Pupils delve into the hidden history of the Junior School

Mr Brown told pupils about his first experiences of Hereford Cathedral Junior School, describing how there were only 100 boys at the school before girls were introduced in 1973. He also showed them how much of the house had adapted to become a school over the years.

The budding young historians showed great interest in the history of their school with one saying: “I loved this lesson because I learned something about this house.” Another said: “I like history because it’s important to know what happened in the past in order to understand why we’re here.” And another said: “I love knowing about the past and what changed in Hereford over the years.” And one curious historian asked their history teacher: “So how long have you been at the school?” “Forever and ever!” replied Mr Brown.

The school deeds were returned by Mrs Judy Hill, the widow of the previous owner and also a former headmaster of Hereford Cathedral Junior School. Keith and Judy Hill bought the junior school in the early 1970s when Mr Hill became headmaster. When Keith passed away Judy found the school deeds in her attic and came back to the school to return them to Chris Wright, the Head of Hereford Cathedral Junior School.