Christopher Davies has lived in Stamford for almost forty years, and for much of that time has been involved in research projects connected with the town's history. His particular interests lie in 17th century history and the history of education. Professionally he has spent many years in vocational education and training; he has also taught local history in adult education and for the WEA in both Lincolnshire and Cambridgeshire. A graduate of the Open University and Leicester University, he is current chairman of the Stamford Survey Group. Previous publications include Stamford Past and Stamf...