Erection date: 14/3/2012
Winnie-the-Pooh, world famous teddy bear was 'born' in the soft toy factory of J.K. Farnell & Co Ltd adjacent to 'The Elms' Acton in 1921.
Ealing Civic Society
Twyford C of E High School
Ealing Council
See J. K. Farnell for the story. Also the Telegraph article.
W3, Twyford Crescent, Twyford Church of England High School
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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