Those behind the Wentworth Woodhouse event said it would explore the stories of six "women of substance" who lived or worked at the property and challenged the societal norms of their time.

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She was best known for her achievements across Rotherham, particularly her efforts with charity SAVE Britain's Heritage to buy and restore Wentworth Woodhouse, a Grade I listed Georgian mansion.

Memories of her time at what was surely the grandest teacher-training college in the land flooded back when Joy Alexander-Hall took the latest tour at Wentworth Woodhouse in Rotherham. Did you ...