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Hinckley Unveils 2.5m Statue Honoring Ada Lovelace

8/7/2025

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Hinckley, Leicestershire, is set to celebrate the legacy of Ada Lovelace, the pioneering mathematician and first computer programmer, with a stunning 2.5m bronze statue on Lower Bond Street. This tribute, funded by private donations, seeks to raise £100,000, honoring her remarkable contributions to education and technology.

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Hinckley, Leicestershire, is set to celebrate the legacy of Ada Lovelace, the pioneering mathematician and first computer programmer, with a stunning 2.5m bronze statue on Lower Bond Street. This tribute, funded by private donations, seeks to raise £100,000, honoring her remarkable contributions to education and technology.