Davenham, War Memorial And School c.1955

Photo ref: D152001

Photo ref: D152001

Photo of Davenham, War Memorial And School c.1955

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This old school was built in the 1850s, but in recent years it has been converted into a number of separate private houses. This school may have closed down, but there are still a number of others in the area – an independent school, primary and secondary schools and two special- needs schools as well.

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Davenham School, Leftwich.

This was my first school, about 1953 I think. I lived on Leftwich Green, Dobells Road and either walked to school or got on the bus - never would be contemplated for a 5 yr old today. I was in love with Elspeth Bell and Kay Prestcott, but left the school in 1956 when my dad was sent abroad with ICI for 2 years, so another tale of unrequited love! I remember being marched up towards the church for medicals ...see more

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Added 18 October 2013

A Hot Summers Day.

My name is Paul.D.Dean. I am the little boy in the photograph. I was eight years old at the time. The year was 1953, Coronation year. It was a hot day in the school summer holidays. My house can be seen in the background to the left of the School. My mother had sent me to take down passing car numbers to keep me occupied and out of her way while she did her housework. No sense of danger in 1953. Little car traffic ...see more