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  Slough - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Slough (pronounced [slaʊ]) is a town and unitary authority (Borough of Slough) in the county of Berkshire in the south of England.
Slough became a unitary authority on April 1, 1998, with the abolition of Berkshire County Council and the 1973-1998 Borough.
Slough has the highest percentage of Sikh residents in the country according to the latest national census figures (2001).
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Slough   (2837 words)

  
 Slough (wetland) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
In eastern and southeastern United States, a slough is a type of swamp or shallow lake system, typically formed as or by the backwater of a larger waterway.
It is similar to a bayou with trees being present (that is, a swamp), and unlike a bog or marsh that lacks trees.
In the western U.S., a slough is a secondary channel of a river delta or a narrow channel in a shallow salt-water marsh, usually flushed by the tide.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Slough_(wetland)   (619 words)

  
 Slough
The church of St Mary in Slough was built in 1837, and the ecclesiastical parish of St. Paul was created in 1904, prior to this christenings, marriages and burials would mainly have been recorded in the registers of Upton-cum-Chalvey.
Slough was also the place where Queen Victoria embarked for her first train journey in 1842, making a journey to Bishop's Bridge, near Paddington.
On the 1st January 1845, Slough was the scene of a murder in which John Tawell, who had recently returned from Australia, murdered his former mistress, Sarah Hart, by lacing her drink of porter with prussic acid.
met.open.ac.uk /genuki/big/eng/BKM/Slough/Index.html   (1056 words)

  
 BBC - Berkshire - News - History of Slough
"Having lived in Slough all my life, naturally it has become part of me. It is a fusion of many diverse ethnic groups and caters for all," she says.
Slough Co-op was established in the 1890s to ease families’ hardship suffered during a strike by local brick workers.
Today, Slough Estates Limited is still in use, though its premier position in the local economy has been superceded by the new technology companies that have moved in.
www.bbc.co.uk /berkshire/history/slough.shtml   (585 words)

  
 Slough Museum :: Slough History
There are two exhibition galleries celebrating Slough’s past, present and future as well as a research and activity room where you can get your ‘hands-on’ the collections.
Slough Museum is an independent, registered Museum as well as a charity and company with limited liability.
Regular grants from Slough Borough Council, a number of local and national organisations and the generosity of local people keep the museum open and the collections safe for future generations.
www.sloughmuseum.co.uk   (179 words)

  
 Slough - John Betjeman   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Slough was becoming increasingly industrial and some housing conditions were very cramped.
In willing the destruction of Slough, Betjeman urges the bombs to pick out the vulgar profiteers but to spare the bald young clerks.
Slough is much improved nowadays and he might be pleasantly surprised by a stroll there.
www-cdr.stanford.edu /intuition/Slough.html   (147 words)

  
 Bay Trail - Foster City
To the right of the trail are pickleweed marshes, the wide channel of Belmont Slough, and the green reflective glass towers of Oracle Corp. To the left of the trail are strips of iceplants and the back roads of apartment complexes.
At the point across the slough in front of the Oracle buildings is a lawn area with a row of Italian cypresses.
At 2.4 miles is a sign at the edge of the marsh identifying it as the Belmont Slough Wildlife Refuge.
baytrail.abag.ca.gov /vtour/map2/access/BTFoster/BTFoster.htm   (2853 words)

  
 Knowhere: Slough, Berkshire, Inside Information, Hookup Spots and Stuff Only Locals Know
Slough high street where the criminal element of Slough's youth can often be found hanging out,entertaining themselves by kicking in shop windows, haranguing passers by for a "spare cigarette" and generally casuing as much havoc as possible in the loudesy way they can.
The langley towers in east slough, because all the criminals of slough worship the tower blocks.
Hi, I am a tramp from Slough and I hang out by the youth center formerly Argos, situated near the The Golden Egg opposite Harrys Bar, If you are a tramp visiting the area please feel free to drop by and join me for a warm can of flat special brew.
www.knowhere.co.uk /84.html   (1901 words)

  
 Elkhorn Slough - Home Page
A slough is a winding waterway edged with mudflats and marsh, and may be saltwater or fresh, near the coast or away from it.
Elkhorn is a full-time slough and a seasonal estuary.
This ecological treasure at the center of the Monterey Bay coastline (map) provides habitat for plants and animals, including more than 340 species of birds, and is a major fish nursery for the region.
www.elkhornslough.org   (285 words)

  
 [minstrels] Slough -- John Betjeman
[Links] Here's some more about Slough: http://www.fact-index.com/s/sl/slough.html Here's a biography of John Betjeman: http://www.ourcivilisation.com/smartboard/shop/brookej/btjmn/index.htm [this poem is archived, accessible and awaiting your comments at] http://www.cs.rice.edu/~ssiyer/minstrels/poems/1522.html To subscribe, send a blank mail to .
Betjeman did not live in Slough or from it.This poem is not even graced with "nimbyism".
Slough is in fact a fine microcosm of what British society should be.
www.cs.rice.edu /~ssiyer/minstrels/poems/1522.html   (669 words)

  
 Compuware UK Directions
Slough town centre has one train station provided by Thames Trains.
You can use a bus service to Hayes & Harlington train station, and then use the train into Slough, or alternatively the office is only 30 minutes in a taxi from Heathrow Airport.
You can use the train service into Reading and then into Slough, or alternatively the office is 1 hour 30 minutes from Gatwick Airport.
www.compuware.co.uk /contact/slough.htm   (347 words)

  
 slough   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Most corners went into the arms of the home keeper and Slough had to be careful on a couple of occasions when Harrow broke and when they did get into the box their shooting was poor and usually went over.
Slough played a bit deep but they were solid and continually frustrated their hosts...even more so when a couple of clearances came to close for comfort and Michael Parkin flapping at a couple of crosses.
Slough stuck in there though and Steve Daly almost got a good header in from a Ballard long throw.
www.swedishrebels.com   (1478 words)

  
 Slough Town  FC
Slough started well and hit the post from Dylan Kerr, but for the possession they had, couldn't really break through the visitors defence and some of Slough's passing was poor at times.
By half time it seemed Slough were cruising and kept control well into the second half which by time Mark Hall had been fed through and slotted home for 3-0 and now it was game over.
Slough did appeal for a penalty near the end, but as it happens, the foul happened right in front of me, and the ref, rightly called it a free kick, it was just outside the box.
home.swipnet.se /slough   (1182 words)

  
 Slough hockey club home page about us
Slough hockey club has an extensive history of winning major honours both at a National and European level.
Slough won the EuroHockey Women's Club Championships in Austria after dropping just two points in five matches.
Slough's Fiona Greenham scored twice in each match, while Lynette Smith, who saved a penalty against the Austrians, was named player of the tournament.
www.sloughhc.org.uk   (239 words)

  
 Major Parks - Mercer Slough Nature Park   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The Mercer Slough Nature Park, with more than 300 acres of wetlands in the heart of Bellevue, offers a variety of experiences.
With more than 170 species of birds and other animals, the Mercer Slough is one of the most diverse ecosystems in the urban Puget Sound region.
Blueberries are still grown in the Mercer Slough at the Overlake Blueberry Farm, located at 2380 Bellevue Way SE.
www.cityofbellevue.org /page.asp?view=2106   (304 words)

  
 Berkshire Scouts : Districts
At the Slough District AGM on 17 May, the Slough Mayor, Councillor Mr Latif Khan said "Slough is fortunate to have such dedicated volunteers, Scouting provides a firm foundation for young people to build for future success".
In a continuous whirl of images we were treated to glimpses of international expeditions, local activity camps, trips, developing skills and a whole loan of fun, adventure and challenges.
The Slough Team are to be congratulated on organising a very enjoyable evening which gave parents a great opportunity to see the adventure, fun and friendship which lies at the heart of Scouting.
www.berkshirescouts.org.uk /districts/slough   (702 words)

  
 Slough   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
With its partners, Slough Borough Council seeks to strengthen its provision, fill gaps and continue to raise achievement at all levels.
SLLP identifies issues of local priorities for individuals and communities and works with its partners to be the voice of the learner in Slough.
The Slough campus is located in the centre of Slough, across the road from Slough railway station and Slough bus station
www.lscberks.gov.uk /NewSite/Community/Slough.asp   (762 words)

  
 Familia: Slough Borough Council
Slough 1796 (photocopy of Snare's directory) to 1959 (Kelly).
Also hold baptisms register 1530 - 1852 for Upton-cum-Chalvey (Slough), and baptisms for Wexham parish 1728 - 1933.
1883 to date (1912 missing - replaced with 'Slough Chronicle' which is not otherwise held).
www.familia.org.uk /services/england/slough.html   (211 words)

  
 Slough
in Slough Campus, consists of the ground floor and first floor in the A Block.
The Wolfson Clinical Skills Centre are situated in 'A' Block within the Faculty of Health and Human Sciences at Thames Valley University, Slough and is easily reached by road or rail (for a detailed map of the area click on map below).
From Slough Rail and Bus Station: Turn right out of Slough station and walk up to the junction.
www.maryseacole.com /praxis/slough.htm   (130 words)

  
 icBerkshire - icBerkshire: Slough news from the Slough Express   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
A SLOUGH man has been jailed for four years and nine months for raping an ex-partner.
VICE officers working to rid Slough's streets of prostitutes say the long-term solution is to reduce drug abuse.
A SPELL in the army cadets when he was 14 came in useful more than 30 years later when it enabled Philip Finlayson to save a teenager's life.
icberkshire.icnetwork.co.uk /0100news/slough   (506 words)

  
 Elkhorn Slough
Elkhorn Slough is one of the premier birdwatching sites in the western United States.
More than 340 species visit or find permanent refuge here, a remarkable number given the slough’s relatively small size.
This roster of birds includes several rare and endangered species, such as the Brown Pelican, Snowy Plover, and Peregrine Falcon.The tremendous number and variety of birds at the slough attracts thousands of bird watchers from across the country each year.
www.elkhornslough.org /birds1.htm   (73 words)

  
 Elkhorn Slough Safari Nature Tours
Elkhorn Slough is one of California's largest wetlands and part of a National Estuarine Reserve located in central Monterey Bay, California, just a short trip from the Santa Cruz area and the Monterey Peninsula.
Elkhorn Slough Safari is an exciting way to visit this natural, calm water habitat and will provide excellent opportunities to view and photograph wildlife close at hand.
Elkhorn Slough Safari is dedicated to the preservation of Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, and to providing educational access to these treasures.
www.elkhornslough.com   (411 words)

  
 Slough Estate Agents listing Property for sale in Slough
Find an Estate Agent in Slough listing residential property for sale including Houses, Apartments and Flats.
Temple Cottage, 1 The Green, Chalvey, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 2SL
Hollybush Hill, Stoke Poges, Slough, Berkshire, SL2 4PW
www.estate-agents-in-slough.co.uk   (399 words)

  
 Route 79: Beautiful Slough
Click here to read one of my really early postings about venturing out of the office in Slough when I was visiting there a couple of years ago.
You see the problem with Slough is not so much the office, my new office is actually a bit nicer than the one in Hammersmith - very spacious, not too far from the station - practically next door to two major shopping malls (Queensmere and Observatory) and a humungous Tesco.
However, the image of Slough is not one of hi-tech buildings nestling amontst idyllic green meadows and pastures - no - Slough is far from being “London” - and far from being “countryside” - it’s not even stuck in the middle of those two things.
www.route79.com /journal/archives/000181.html   (1344 words)

  
 Slough Estates - buildings for business, property development, industrial development, investment property companies, ...
Slough Estates - buildings for business, property development, industrial development, investment property companies, property management, commercial property services
It develops and invests in property located in the UK, Continental Europe and the USA - focusing on edge of town flexible business space.
Slough Estates PLC is listed on the London Stock Exchange.
www.sloughestates.com   (60 words)

  
 Martin & Co - Slough Lettings Office
The Slough office has established its reputation through top quality professional services to property investors and discerning private buyers.
If you are looking to let residential property in Slough area we give you the backing of a national brand coupled with local knowledge of the Slough property lettings market.
We have homes for rent in the Slough area and throughout the UK.
www.martinco.com /slough/lettings/home   (209 words)

  
 Slough Job Agencies and Recruitment Agencies advertising job in Slough
Slough Job Agencies and Recruitment Agencies advertising job in Slough
Slough jobs advertised by Employment Agencies in Slough.
Mda House, The Grove, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 1RH
www.jobs-slough.co.uk   (1948 words)

  
 Student Accommodation in Slough, Student Housing Slough, Slough student houses, flats, advertise
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www.homesforstudents.co.uk /student_accommodation_slough.aspx   (221 words)

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