Personalised Nostalgic Local History Books
Hundreds of nostalgic photo books about Britain. Twelve fascinating ranges to enjoy, all printed to order and lavishly illustrated with our high quality photographs. From books depecting life as it was in the first half of the 20th Century to a more recent step back in time to the 1960s, via recipes, trivia and poetry - there's sure to be something which will whet your reading apetite. Many of our books can be personalised for free with your own text on the title page to make a perfect gift for birthday's, Christmas and other celebrations.
The perfect, personalised gift
Add a personal dedication to the title page - free of charge. Most of our books are printed individually to order. You can add a personal message when you buy that will be printed on the title page at no extra cost, making our books a great gift or keepsake. This is a great option for birthdays, weddings, anniversaries and leaving or retirement.
Search for local nostalgia books about your favourite places in Britain.
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Over 2 million books sold since 1999
" I ordered a book with a personalised touch (from my youngest kids to their grandma). Having the option to personalise is one of the reasons I bought it. It was promptly delivered, no fuss, no delays. An absolutely beautiful pictorial historical account of my Mum's home town, which I am sure she will be delighted with.
Thank you very much Francis Frith."
What people say:
Added 30th March 2019
“I recently received a personalised copy of your "Did You Know" Cornwall and am delighted with it and is just the sort of book I was looking for. I was more than impressed with your speedy delivery and service. Praise where praise is due. Very many thanks indeed. C. Penn”
Added 16th March 2011
“Recently I received my copy of "I Remember When" (I had a friend send it to me) I am extremely satisfied with the quality of this book. I am also grateful to you for choosing some of my own contributions to include in this fine coffeetable book
I firmly believe that the Francis Frith Collection is a wonderful way for us to memorialise our living experiences for others to rerad.
Again Thank You for these opportunities”
Added 10th November 2022
Excellent Service!
“I ordered two books from Frances Frith, they came in two days, very quick service, books were very well packaged and arrived in excellent condition. Will be using them again in the future”
Added 6th October 2021
“My two books arrived this morning. Fantastic service, delighted with the books. Thank you”
Added 16th March 2011
“The book was a Christmas present. An excellent choice which gave me a wonderful trip down memory lane on Christmas Day. Thank you”
Added 16th March 2011
“….the print will become part of family history and a treasured possession. Many thanks”
Added 16th March 2011
“I must apologize for the lateness of response but have only just finished reading said book which I found most informative. The quality of the photographs seems better than previous and the layout of the pages led seamlessly from one to another. All in all a thoroughly good read which leads me to quote some previous author who said, “the book to read is not the one that thinks for you but the one that makes you think.” Your books certainly make you think”
Added 12th August 2020
“I have just received today my free photo of Lord Street, Southport. Although I no longer live there, Southport will always be home and it is lovely to have some memories of the old place! Thank you for sending it so quickly.”
Added 16th March 2011
“The book has really given me quite unbelievable pleasure and brought back so many wonderful memories, a treasure indeed”
Added 1st November 2021
“I ordered a book with a personalised touch (from my youngest kids to their grandma). Having the option to personalise is one of the reasons I bought it. It was promptly delivered, no fuss, no delays. An absolutely beautiful pictorial historical account of my Mum's home town, which I am sure she will be delighted with.
Thank you very much Francis Frith”
Added 16th March 2011
“I would like to thank you for your most wonderful books. For birthdays, Xmas, Easter etc they are great presents. Many thanks again”
Added 16th March 2011
“Thank you so much for a wonderful book which brings back so many memories for my husband”
Added 16th March 2011
“A really charming and evocative book. Well done! I'm very proud to have had my own name printed in it as a pre-publication buyer - Christmas presents sorted”
Added 13th December 2012
“I am just writing to say how very please I was to receive my order this morning. 'Glorious Britian' (hardback) and Lincolnshire Living Memories (paperback) are to be given as a Christmas present to my stepfather and I'm sure he will be absolutely delighted. In particular the Glorious Britian book is superb - I just hope it won't look 'dog eared' by the time he receives it as it is very tempting to sit and read it myself before I hand it over! Excellent value for money, I will certainly recommend your website to friends and famil”
Added 16th March 2011
“….Many thanks for yet another very interesting book”
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