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.
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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 16th March 2011
….several people have asked how to get hold of these items. I have eagerly recommended the service provided. It was lovely to get such friendly, efficient help.
Added 16th March 2011
I am really thrilled with your website. I am visiting it after having bought your Around Manchester book. My family come from Salford and Manchester and I am ordering some photos from the book.
Added 16th March 2011
May I take this opportunity of saying how much I have enjoyed your book……
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 family
Added 6th October 2021
My two books arrived this morning. Fantastic service, delighted with the books. Thank you
Added 18th December 2017
I have today received my book and wanted to let you know that I am delighted. Just what I wanted and thank you for a very efficient service and quick delivery.
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
...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 28th September 2012
I was delighted to receive my parcel on Wednesday of this week, having taken only seven days in transit to Brisbane "down under".
So Thank you very much for your very prompt attention to my order.
The quality of the books is superb and my family and I look forward to many Happy hours reminiscing about the places we know and love so much.
I will definitely be ordering from you again.
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 26th October 2021
just wanted to let you know that the order has arrived today!
this is great, as it is my partner's birthday, so I wanted to thank you all for a fantastic service!
Many thanks to all the team.
Added 16th March 2011
I am delighted with the two books I've received, Whitby and Yorkshire and will get much pleasure from them. As children my brothers and I spent many happy hours on the Sands as they were called by that name in the 1930s - not the Beach as it is named today!
Added 16th March 2011
The book is great by the way just what I wanted & the inscription looks lovely. I've no doubt I'll be using your company again 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 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.
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