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.

Browse Our Book Ranges

Over 2 million books sold since 1999

A History & Celebration

Compare the past with the more recent and celebrate our Nation's heritage!

See all 101 Titles

Photographic Memories

Our popular range of local books featuring photos prior to the 1960s.

See all 310 Titles

County Memories

Content-rich titles for a real insight into the past.

See all 7 Titles

A Taste Of Britain

Nostalgic Recipes to whet your appetite.

See all 15 Titles

Town & City Memories

A great mix of photos centring on specific locations around the UK.

See all 42 Titles

Collected Memories

Memories from our website visitors, inspired by the Frith archive.

See all 18 Titles

Living Memories

British life and landscapes within living memory.

See all 52 Titles

Flavours Of...

Take a delightful dip into local flavours and food.

See all 23 Titles

Did You Know?

Fascinating local facts, regional dialect, ghost stories, local recipes, sporting anecdotes and a quiz on local history.

See all 113 Titles

Large Prestige Books

Large prestige books covering the UK and lavishly illustrated with photographs from The Francis Frith Collection.

See all 4 Titles

Prestige Books

Smaller Coffee table style books covering the UK and lavishly illustrated with photographs from The Francis Frith Collection.

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General Interest

More general titles based around a theme - the clue really is in the title!

See all 21 Titles

Francis Frith Biography

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Poetry Books

A great blend of classic poetry with stunning Frith photographs.

See all 5 Titles

Stock Books

Larger books, covering more general interests and available from stock

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" 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."

Michael Berryman

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A Taste of the North-West

Dartmoor Photographic Memories

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Liverpool and Merseyside Photographic Memories

Did You Know? North Yorkshire

What people say:

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 16th March 2011

I felt I had to write to congratulate you on the production of such an excellent book…..I found the book of immense interest.

Added 30th January 2008

Those lovely books arrived this afternoon and I am so happy! They were in perfect condition and very well packaged. I look forward to sharing them with lots of friends and family. If you ever need someone to 'put in a good word' for the excellent service of your business, please do not hesitate to ask me. Thank you very much.

Hello everyone, Yesterday I received my second book on Andover. Today I received my book on Salisbury. Thank you for an excellent product and an excellent service! I will be ordering more books on the South of England in the near future. Take care, Chris.

Added 28th July 2021

My brother (in France) is delighted with his book about Aylesbury where we were born and grew up. We are both impressed by your service and especially like the inscription idea.

Added 16th March 2011

The book has really given me quite unbelievable pleasure and brought back so many wonderful memories, a treasure indeed.

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

…the photographs are lovely and you have caught the feeling of the town so well in your captions - it is a joy to read and I look forward to your next edition. Many thanks for such a lovely book.

Added 16th March 2011

...We spent 12 years at Sandown Caravan Park when they were all small, now they all take their children over for holidays. Wonderful memories. Thank you.

Added 16th March 2011

I recently purchased your East London Photographic Memories and I would like to say what an excellent read it is - full of old photos and such. I will probably be buying some of your other books in the future.

★★★★★ 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 16th November 2022

Perfect Gift

The product was exactly what I was looking for. And to be able to have a free inscription printed inside has made it so very special. It is printed in a beautiful script too. One very happy customer, thank you so much.