Personalised Nostalgic Local History Books
Hundreds of nostalgic photo books about Britain. Twelve fascinating ranges to enjoy, all printed to order and lavishly illustrated with our high quality photographs. From books depecting life as it was in the first half of the 20th Century to a more recent step back in time to the 1960s, via recipes, trivia and poetry - there's sure to be something which will whet your reading apetite. Many of our books can be personalised for free with your own text on the title page to make a perfect gift for birthday's, Christmas and other celebrations.
The perfect, personalised gift
Add a personal dedication to the title page - free of charge. Most of our books are printed individually to order. You can add a personal message when you buy that will be printed on the title page at no extra cost, making our books a great gift or keepsake. This is a great option for birthdays, weddings, anniversaries and leaving or retirement.
Search for local nostalgia books about your favourite places in Britain.
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Over 2 million books sold since 1999
" I ordered a book with a personalised touch (from my youngest kids to their grandma). Having the option to personalise is one of the reasons I bought it. It was promptly delivered, no fuss, no delays. An absolutely beautiful pictorial historical account of my Mum's home town, which I am sure she will be delighted with.
Thank you very much Francis Frith."
What people say:
Added 16th March 2011
“I am delighted with the two books I've received, Whitby and Yorkshire and will get much pleasure from them. As children my brothers and I spent many happy hours on the Sands as they were called by that name in the 1930s - not the Beach as it is named today”
Added 1st November 2021
“I ordered a book with a personalised touch (from my youngest kids to their grandma). Having the option to personalise is one of the reasons I bought it. It was promptly delivered, no fuss, no delays. An absolutely beautiful pictorial historical account of my Mum's home town, which I am sure she will be delighted with.
Thank you very much Francis Frith”
Added 16th March 2011
“I must apologize for the lateness of response but have only just finished reading said book which I found most informative. The quality of the photographs seems better than previous and the layout of the pages led seamlessly from one to another. All in all a thoroughly good read which leads me to quote some previous author who said, “the book to read is not the one that thinks for you but the one that makes you think.” Your books certainly make you think”
Added 3rd November 2022
“These books are excellent pull of fabulous pictures and great information plus excellent price”
Added 6th October 2021
“My two books arrived this morning. Fantastic service, delighted with the books. Thank you”
Added 12th August 2020
“I have just received today my free photo of Lord Street, Southport. Although I no longer live there, Southport will always be home and it is lovely to have some memories of the old place! Thank you for sending it so quickly.”
Added 16th March 2011
“I am really thrilled with your website. I am visiting it after having bought your Around Manchester book. My family come from Salford and Manchester and I am ordering some photos from the book”
Added 16th March 2011
“….several people have asked how to get hold of these items. I have eagerly recommended the service provided. It was lovely to get such friendly, efficient help”
Added 16th March 2011
“Thank you so much for a wonderful book which brings back so many memories for my husband”
Added 16th March 2011
“Thanks for a real grand book”
Added 16th March 2011
“I would like to thank you for your most wonderful books. For birthdays, Xmas, Easter etc they are great presents. Many thanks again”
Added 9th June 2005
“Customer Ref. No. 161465 Received to-day my copy of above publication, Many thanks. Very pleased way beyond my expectations”
Added 16th March 2011
“...We spent 12 years at Sandown Caravan Park when they were all small, now they all take their children over for holidays. Wonderful memories. Thank you”
Added 16th March 2011
“….Many thanks for yet another very interesting book”
Added 16th March 2011
“I felt I had to write to congratulate you on the production of such an excellent book…..I found the book of immense interest”
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