Nostalgic memories of Barling's local history

Share your own memories of Barling and read what others have said

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.

Why not add your memory today and become part of our Memories Community to help others in the future delve back into their past.

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September 1963 and it's my first day at school, how clearly I can recall that day! Anyone else remember their first day?
I was only 9 years old. It was my first holliday away from Romania, and for a child it was amazing to live in a completely different world (even if it was for 2 weeks). I remember every day that I spent there and the only thing I regret is that I've never had the chance to be grateful to the family that took care of me all this time. Thank you Mr and Mrs Grigg for your hospitality and I really hope that some day I'll see you again.