PERSONAL memorabilia from the international career of a York-born Olympic, European and Commonwealth swimming champion are set to go up for auction.

Wednesday, 24 May 2023 13:26

By Ed Horner

The historic pieces from Anita Lonsbrough will go under the hammer in an auction on June 2, following her decision sort out her collection.

The historic pieces from Anita Lonsbrough will go under the hammer in an auction on June 2, following her decision sort out her collection.

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