Ferry Bridge c1960, Burton-On-Trent
Ferry Bridge c1960, Burton-On-Trent Ref: B286006
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Burton-On-Trent & local memories
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Early Memories
I remember the swan, we lived in Burton from 1953-1957 then moved to Hampshire. I remember the gardens at Stapenhill, crossing the bridge into town, the steam trains and level crossings in the middle of town, the river and the bath house near the bridge. I also recall the whole town waiting on the bridge to see the queen go by en route to Repton School. We lived on Scapcliffe Road near the top of the hill and the water tower. I would wander off to the fields and farm alongside the water tower, aged three... to visit the cows.There was a post box, near where we lived, across the road and I would take a stool to stand on, to post the mail. My dad was a lecturer at the college and I used to go into work with him, on Saturday mornings, on his bike. He made a saddle for me to sit on his racing bike. When the queen vistited Burton I remember being on the bridge... Read more
Walking With my Dad
I was 5 years old when I remembered my Dad taking me for a walk through Stapehill Gardens. I always remember the large swan with the flowers around it. I often go back and have a photo taken of the swan, it's a beautiful scene and I shall visit the swan again this year.
High Street Monkeys
Can anyone tell me the name of the Public House that was situated in High Street Burton, opposite side of the road to The Burton Mail Offices (before the Bargates was built), around mid to late 1950's?
There was an alley at the side, ( used for the delivery of ale), that also contained a cage/cages containing monkeys.
NB. My brother aged 67 cannot even remember a 'Pub', myself aged 63, after living in Burton for over 42 years would, out of interest be pleased to know.
If there is a publication that gives this information then I would like to know where it could be purchased.
Mr Alan Shuttleworth
