Hornchurch, Essex

8th Hornchurch Scouts

I will always have fond memories of the Dell as our scout hut was located there. Also I lived a few minutes walk away at Ravenscourt Grove. I moved there in 1948. The Dell was a boy's dream place to play in.

SUTTONS SECONDARY BOYS SCHOOL HORNCHURCH

I attended Suttons Secondary School whilst living in Elm Park from 1946 to 1948, after that we moved to Scotland. I enjoyed Suttons and can remember several of the teachers. Mr Lovatt was the Principal, his secretary was Miss Swan (an attractive lady). Mr Ward, Vice Principal, taught us technical drafting.
His greased-back hair and mouthfull of bad teeth gave him a fearsome look, if a pupil got out of line Mr Ward would throw chalk at him or rap his head with the blackboard ruler. I enjoyed sports events, especially the 100 yards. Frank Isaac was the school's best runner. Mr Cook was our House Master, Mr Bird taught woodwork, Mr Gee taught chemistry, we used to let off stink bombs in his class, that got me to the Principal's office once, Mr Ward was there but he didn't give me the cane. It was while I was at this school that I was lucky enough to be chosen to go to Kennylands Camp School with my friend Tony Wonfor, actually we went two years running. That's another story, the memory for which is written elsewhere under 'Kennylands at Sonning Common.

Christmas tree in Hornchurch

I too was born and brought up in Hornchurch and remember the bakers - it was called Alies and the daughter was called Enid who went to our school. Just by the bakers was waste ground and I am sure I can remember seeing a christmas tree there, does anyone else remember this? Carol Board (Westbrook)

I just started school in 1950

I grew up in Hornchurch, born in 1945. As a child I got my first eye glasses right up the street from where this picture was taken. Odells I think it was called.

My mother used to send me out to get bread right next to where the bus is located in this picture. Allies or Aylies Bakers I think.

Romford Photographic Memories

Everyone poses for the photographer as we look towards Romford. The Bull Inn was first mentioned in the 17th century and at the time of this picture was an Ind Coope house. Its landlord, from 1889 until 1928, was the famous George Heath, who also provided stabling and had carts and carriages for hire.

Enfield - A History & Celebration

WHAT of Enfield’s future? We have already seen that in the first years of the 21st century, redevelopment is probably going to be the by-word. The former offices of Eastern Gas have already undergone a dramatic change: Tower Point is now 11 floors of one- to four- bedroom flats in the main area and a fitness centre at the south end. Plans have already been submitted for the redevelopment of the north end. As yet planning approval has not been granted, as certain organisations have lodged objections.

Enfield - A History & Celebration

The Roman Catholic Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and St George in London Road, originally built in 1901, suffered major damage in the war - it was virtually demolished by a landmine. The site was cleared, and eventually a new church was built in 1956 in a style that would not look out of place in a new town. St Paul’s, New Southgate was repaired, and Ponders End Congregational Church was rebuilt on a new site. Another new church built in 1956-57 was Suffolks Baptist Church. (Stephen G Hoye) The new Roman Catholic church is a very interesting building. ITV broadcast one of their morning services from here. There is a family centre at the church where various activities take place, and wedding receptions are held here too.