A HERITAGE tour has been organised to raise money for a statue of two famous sisters from Colchester.
Jane and Ann Taylor wrote poems for children, including the well-known rhyme Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star.
Colchester High Steward Sir Bob Russell’s next Heritage Tour is taking place on Sunday, starting at 10am from the Arts Centre.
Sir Bob is raising money for the statue because the sisters, who lived in West Stockwell Street.
He hopes to submit a planning application for the statue in the coming weeks.
Bookings can be made on 01206 500900 or by email to info@colchesterartscentre.com.
A donation of £5 is requested.
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