One last chance in 2026 to join the Round our Way Heritage Walks team on Wednesday, 28 October for the popular Halloween Murder and Mayhem Walk.

Book tickets for Murder and Mayhem Walk via Eventbrite

Hello,

my name is Sarah Leah Cobham and I am the woman behind Dream Time Creative and The Forgotten Women of Wakefield blue plaque scheme.

Since 2018 when there were only four women named on blue plaques we now have 37 women named on blue plaques, with two more plaques honouring five more to be unveiled in March and May 2026.

If you've been on one of the walks, or if you know me, you'll know how passionate I am about bringing the story of one particular woman to life - that of Florence Beaumont, a leading suffragist who campaigned for equal voting rights for ALL women to the League of Nations and whose actions led to the right to vote being given to ALL women in 1928.

In time for this 100 year anniversary I'd like to raise £10,000 to erect a sculpture to commemorate the life and good works of Florence, a lasting reminder of her great achievements. She was such a special woman that she deserves a permanent memorial alongside her blue plaques.

If you'd like to read more about Florence's achievements visit the website You can read here about many more of women celebrated on blue plaques. There is lots to see on the revamped website. Thanks to Debbie, one of the amazing volunteers.

I, and my team, will continue to raise funds through our heritage walking tours but I am also asking for your help to raise this money through your generous donations.

There is only one chance left to join the team in 2026 - the Halloween Murder and Mayhem walk on Wednesday, 28 October. Meeting in Wakefield at 6.30pm.

Book your tickets via Eventbrite

All of the heritage walks are bookable through Eventbrite and they are promoted on my Facebook page. You can also find details of the team's latest adventure - An Edwardian Walk and Picnic at Malham Cove taking place on Saturday, 17 October. Do check it out - I'm always amazed by the ideas and enthusiasm of the team!

Everything I raise will go directly to the Florence fund and everyone working on this project offers their time voluntarily.

It's important that artists are correctly paid for their creative work and the money raised will be used to pay for sculptors and materials.

Local artist Heather Crompton has been selected to develop all of the sculpture designs and artwork. I'm looking forward to seeing the initial ideas in November.

As the project develops I will share with you drawings, location and other information to keep you up to date with progress.

Thank you

Sarah Cobham

The Forgotten Women of Wakefield by Dream Time Creative

Sarah Leah Cobham - Facebook Page