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Sophie Hoskins gold post box

Inscription

{On a brass plaque attached to the box:}
This post box has been painted gold by Royal Mail to celebrate Sophie Hosking, Gold Medal winner, London 2012 Olympic Games, Rowing: Lightweight - Women's Double Sculls.
{Followed by Braille text saying the same.}

Site: Sophie Hoskins gold post box (1 memorial)

SW20, Worple Road

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