Nostalgic memories of West Bromwich's local history

Share your own memories of West Bromwich 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.

Add a Memory!

It's easy to add your own memories and reconnect with your shared local history. Search for your favourite places and look for the 'Add Your Memory' buttons to begin

Displaying Memories 11 - 13 of 13 in total

Having been living away from England for some years it was just so lovely to back at Oak House. I hadn't been here since a school days trip. It was like stepping back in time. and though I realised the furniture wasn't the original it still held my interest. I have happy memories of visits here and photos to keep. Long may it stand!
Date is circa: I remember the old man inside the old market entrance selling newspapers, he was always there it seemed. I seem to remember an old lady there too, perhaps selling flowers from a huge basket. Am I correct or is my mind playing tricks? The Dance Studio over Burtons Tailors - this is where I went to dancing lessons with Mr Patterson the dance instructor. This was in the early 1960s. Happy memories.
My husband David and I were married in this old church on 19th September 1970. We moved to Australia in 1973. On hearing of its demolition we were saddened, ee had such a happy wedding day here. My dad asked the Vicar for a receipt for me. We laughed so much throughout the ceremony and following photographs (by B & B Studios from Paradise Street, West Brom), comments were made about our wedding being one of the ...see more