Houghton, St Ives Road c.1960
Photo ref: H464006
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Photo ref: H464006
Photo of Houghton, St Ives Road c.1960

More about this scene

This scene is timeless, except for the lack of traffic! This village is well known for its charming thatched cottages and historical connection to the Potto family, millers and nonconformists; a bronze memorial has been recently erected in the corner of the village square.

A Selection of Memories from Houghton

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 Houghton

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If this has sparked a memory, why not share it here?

I believe the Mini Van parked by the clock tower belonged to my auntie, Masie Hockaday, who owned the Thicket Cottage Riding Stables in Houghton. She bought one of the first Minis off the production line. It was pale green and used to attract attention where ever it went. I remember going to Wicksteed Park in it when I was about 10. It was very cramped in the back and the highlight of my day ...see more