Nostalgic memories of Dartford's local history
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For many years now, we've been inviting visitors to our web site to add their own memories to share their experiences of life as it was when the photographs in our archive were taken. From brief one-liners explaining a little bit more about the image depicted, to great, in-depth accounts of a childhood when things were rather different than today (and everything inbetween!). We've had many contributors recognising themselves or loved ones in our photographs.
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Many years ago, I corresponded as a "pen-pal" with a boy who lived in Dartford. We exchanged a few letters before losing contact and I'm curious as to his whereabouts. He may not be anywhere in the vicinity now, having perhaps moved on long ago. His name is Brian Walton and he resided at 37 Denver Road, Dartford, Kent. Any information would be appreciated.
I was born in 1943 and lived in Wilmington. I initially went to an infant school in Oakfield Lane, however, my mother was told by the Sisters of Charity that they should pay for me to go to a Catholic school otherwise she wasn't fulfilling her beliefs in the Catholic faith! It was a struggle but I was duly sent, first to Our Ladies High School on Dartford heath, then transferred to West Hill when ...see more
I lived in the prefabs at 13 Meadowside from 1947 to 1955. When I was 9 years old I moved to Linden Ave on the tree estate. I went to Oakfield primary where I had the best teacher Mr Gee, who was the only teacher I had for the whole of my time there. I can remember the glory bumps on the heath and going to the football on the heath with my father who was a referee. I remember being smuggled in to the Granada by my ...see more
I went to this school from 1954-1957 ish. My elder sister attended too. I did not enjoy anything, at the school, even less the two weeks spent as a border when my parents went on holiday. There was one nun that I liked. But that was about it. I remember concrete footings for I assume an extension, that was never built. I also have memories of our play ground across the rd on Dartford ...see more
I am researching for a book and need information on the Wainwright family who lived in New street South Darenth. They are listed in the 1911 census living at this address. Also has anybody stories of local woman marrying soldiers who were based in Dartford during WW 1. Thanks for your time. John
I remember the "cara" and the "nut" the kings head in fact all of Dartford and friends yes and you allen with your 6" turnups on your jeans, in fact when I remember I get quite nostalgic [sad] all the blokes and all the fun in "wild Dartford"
I was born in Marcet Road in 1959 and attended West Hill Primary School. I failed my 11 plus and went the Dartford West but moved in the first year to Dartford Technical High School in Willmington. Shortly after my family moved to Heathview Crescent. I left Dartford in 1980 when I joined the RN. My parents and one set of grand parents are buried in East Hill Cemetry. My siblings also no longer live in Dartford.
Does anyone remember the band called the Savanas? Graham Jeffrey was the band's lead singer, they were very popular in Dartford back in the late fifties. Graham lived in Dartford at #7 Moorland Ave and lived there as a child right up and into the late sixties. He grew up playing guitar with Keith Richards of the Rolling Stones - he was Graham's neighbour from across the street. I also remembered they were called the Saint's before the Savanas. Any takers? Thanks, Gary
Hi, I attended Dartford East Secondary School from 1957 to 1961, C stream. Would be good to know what's happened to Micky Worsfold, Dave Winters, Silvia Willard, Dave King and many more.... I lived at Temple Hill and St Vincent's Rd
Hope you all well.
David L
Hi, I was born in Dartford in 1967 and moved away in the mid 80's. Does anyone else know of the 'king and queen stones' as we called them. They where carved crowns in the walls of the old priory that ran along Victoria Road. I was born in Priory Road next to the paper mill. My mother's maiden name was Middleton, I believe they where a large well known family in the town. All of them have gone now, but I would like to hear from anyone with memories of them or the Priory Road area.