Born in Arolsen as Helena Frederica Augusta of Waldeck & Pyrmont. Married, in 1882, Leopold, Duke of Albany, youngest son of Queen Victoria. Died in the Tyrol. The photograph was taken at the time of her marriage.
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Helena, Duchess of Albany
This stone was laid on January 18th 1909 by HRH the Duchess of Albany. Presid...
Previously known as Churchyard Bottom Wood, the wood was renamed in honour of...
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Helena, Duchess of Albany
The Mackirdy Room was created at the same time that Hoxton Hall converted fro...
This memorial stone was laid by HRH the Duchess of Albany on May 2nd 1907.
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