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Pate House Celebrates 450th Anniversary

In 1574, Richard Pate founded his Schola Grammatica and a hospital or almshouse ‘for six old poor people'. A very special 450th anniversary tea party was held in the summer at the almshouse.
Pate House Trustees and Cheltenham's Mayor, Paul Baker
Pate House Trustees and Cheltenham's Mayor, Paul Baker

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