Talk:Staines-upon-Thames

Typo
Hi I notice that under the chronology we have "1285 — Famous landmark, the London Stone, erected to mark western limit of the City of London's jurisdiction over the Thames". However the paragraph discussing this feature states the year as 1280. (A passer by)

Reservoirs
Do the reservoirs to the north of the town not warrant a mention?

The reservoirs are technically in the parish of Stanwell despite the larger one being called Staines reservoir. But I agree, they are worthy of a mention. If I can decide which section to put them in, I might even type a few words myself. Robertf999

Terence Dackombe
Dackombe has been repeatedly added to the list of notable residents by 82.44.222.47 in spite of being a redlink. From (talk), they have an obvious conflict of interest; ie, they work for an agency that represents him.

It seems to me that any redlink should be removed from that list, but I'm mentioning it on the talk page first in case anyone without a COI disagrees. Pinkbeast (talk) 17:11, 19 March 2014 (UTC)


 * To mollify this obsession by 'Pinkbeast' we will form a full entry that will, of course, remove the horror of the red link. We all hope that 'Pinkbeast' will consequently find life sweeter and less stressful. Best wishes from Rachel. Beyond that, in the context of the ills and troubles in the world, this issue feels rather insignificant ;-) — Preceding unsigned comment added by 82.44.222.47 (talk) 22:51, 21 March 2014 (UTC)


 * If it's insignificant, leave it alone. Of course, you don't think it's insignificant at all, because it's your job to promote him.


 * (Somewhat against my better judgement, I pointed them at the Article Wizard). Pinkbeast (talk) 12:39, 24 March 2014 (UTC)

Stfg - yes, seems fair. (Rachel)
 * It is the pomposity of the Pinkbeast persona that tempts me into sarcasm — Preceding unsigned comment added by 82.44.222.47 (talk) 14:36, 8 April 2014 (UTC)


 * Thank you. I'll fix it now, and take your suggestion of WP:COIN if reverted. Pinkbeast (talk) 14:31, 2 April 2014 (UTC)


 * Well, it lasted for a while, but she's back. Go ahead with COIN if you like. Cheers, --Stfg (talk) 13:40, 3 November 2014 (UTC)


 * Actually, there's been a trickle of idiocy at my talk page, so I fear I wasn't entirely surprised. Pinkbeast (talk) 17:17, 5 November 2014 (UTC)

Removal of this section
Special:Contributions/92.238.95.87 has been repeatedly removing this talk page section. This was also the last edit made by the shill. Anyone hear quacking? Pinkbeast (talk) 01:15, 16 April 2019 (UTC)

Preparing for Good Article nomination
Hi All! I've been working on the Staines-upon-Thames article over the past month or so and would like to nominate it for a Good Article review in a few weeks' time. I'd be very grateful for feedback on how to improve the article further. In particular, I'd appreciate some input into refining the lead section and for any photos that might help illustrate the later sections. Please let me know your thoughts. Thanks and best wishes, Mertbiol (talk) 18:15, 7 June 2022 (UTC)
 * I have nominated the page for a Good Article review. Mertbiol (talk) 14:09, 3 July 2022 (UTC)