Churchtown, The Swing Bridge And River Wyre c.1955
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Photo of Churchtown, The Swing Bridge And River Wyre c.1955

More about this scene

This frail-looking bridge was one of a number spanning the River Wyre; it was frequently damaged when floods occurred. When it was in need of repair controversy arose over who should foot the bill—in 1885 Garstang Highways Board refused to do so. The last flood damage was in 1980. Fortunately, a stronger bridge was officially opened by the Vicar of Churchtown in 1984.

A Selection of Memories from Churchtown

For many years now, we've been inviting visitors to our website to add their own memories to share their experiences of life as it was, prompted by the photographs in our archive. Here are some from Churchtown

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I was born and raised at the School House, next door to the Horns Inn, as was my father and his siblings. I was married in St Helens church in 1942. This photograph, taken in 1960, shows the "bypass" which enabled the village to be freed from the noise of heavy traffic. My grandfather was the headmaster at the school and is buried in the churchyard. My father suceeded him as head. This site truly brings back childhood memories of the past.