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My name is Arthur Boyden, I was born in Stirling St, Old Monkland in 1940, but I remember the 50's. I went to St. Augustins Primary School then to St. Mary's in the Whifflet till I was 15. My first job, Frank Collins butchers in Bank Street. I am now 73 years old but still go back to visit now & again. My mother used to work in Joe Dinardo's chip shop and then in Old Monkland Commuity Centre, she was called Wee Maggie Gribben. I've still got some great memories of Coatbridge.
I lived at 71 The Ridge for 20 years from 1946 to 1966 when I went to Agricultural college. I still have happy memories of going to the youth club in the Church hall. Playing games and helping in harvest time at Top Farm, long walks down to the Nene on sunny afternoons. Lots of friends - Bob Digby, Tony Bond, Mick Arch, John Thompson and Jane Ingram etc. A few beers in the Stags Head or down at the club.
This is my ancestral home (unfortunately I wasn't born there) my ancestors, the Dixie family, owned the house and Park.
I remember the Bakers at the corner of Longfellow Road. My parents lived in Merrilands Road and my mother and I would do our shopping in Worcester Park and sometimes at North Cheam or even Sutton or Kingston! Fond memories.
I was married at St. Philp's, Worcester Park and we held the reception here on 8th August 1970. We had 100 guests and the large room was apply big enough. I remember that we had caviar!
I lived in Worcester Park from 1942-1970. I went to school at Sparrow Farm Infants and Junior School from 1947-1953, so went passed the Queen Vic every day. Sometimes my mother and I would go to North Cheam to do some shopping. I was christened, confirmed and married at St. Philip's Church in 1970. Has anyone any photos of this dear Church now pulled down, and flats built on the site?
My wife, Brenda, and I have fond memories of the Major Oak. On 7th November 1959 I drove in thick fog to Sherwood Forest and found that the sun was shining there. I led Brenda into the hollow trunk of the tree (access was unrestricted at that time) and proposed to her... she accepted. There cannot be many girls who have been proposed to inside a tree!
My dad went to the Episcopal School from 1940(?) with his twin brother after leaving Countess Wear School Rooms.
I spent a year or so boarding at St Joseph's Convent School and wonder if we were all in the same place? Does nobody remember; the winter cold, the dreadful food in the refectory, carrying bowls to the sink in the freezing washroom, older girls bathing the little ones, the scary Big Dorm, Sister Lawrence's beatings with the slipper, tiny children terrified, Sister Bernard's cane? Weekend letters "Dear Mummy and ...see more
Does anyone remember the Regent dance hall, top of Temple Street? The winding stairs of a Sunday night used to be packed with us trying to get in. Was I really stupid or just loved dancing? When in a dinner hour from work, rush to the Queens and then back to work exhausted. Back again on the night. Civic Saturdays.....whatever ever people say, with the coffee bars and dancing, I had a damn good time. Now at 69, it's great to have those memories. Diane Crofts (nee Roberts)
I was born in Harle Street, daughter of Alan an' Ruth White. The Browney was a lovely friendly place to live, all the neighbours in the streets got on so well. Everyone knew each other and would help one another. Have many happy memories from when l lived there when I was really young. There was everything you needed down there; shops - butchers, post office, fish shop and my ...see more
I visited & spent happy times in Ecclesfied Park when I was a boy and a pupil at Meynell Road primary, junior & senior school from 1944-1954. It was a very good school & I would like to hear from anyone who could share happy memories of those bygone days. Thanks, George Quixall.
I was born in 1935 at 25, Pickford Street and lived at that address until I was married. I have so many memories of those years. My first is about New Street Primary School. I lived 100 yards from the school and before I was old enough to go to school I used to go to the school gates and watch the children line up; girls in one half and boys in the other, divided by iron railings, which were later ...see more
Does anyone recall the old Wath Pavillion Club? I have so many happy memorries of my teens visiting 'the pav', as it was known. I lived in Denaby but visited the pav one weekend with a friend, it was there I met and began courting Julie Ogden who lived on Cemetery Road at the time. Julie and I married and had two boys; Harry and Carl, unfortunetly our marriage broke up and Julie moved to ...see more
As a child and adult, I remember the bridge and how long it was closed for boats coming up to the BOCM and Ranks flour mill. It had to opened in sync with the railway bridge and the trains. I remember the barges with big red sails towing more barges, and the year of a severe freeze when the river froze solid and looked like the Baltic with huge ice floes; people thought it might destroy the bridge ...see more
I was born in No 6 Pretoria Street in 1944 remember playing 'touch & pass' on cinders at top of the street near Ossies field. Fred Perry, Terry Jepson, Jud Gray, Les Lockett, Jud Watton & many more. We were always hanging round Welfare & down Green Lane. I remember swimming in the Resser. Went to Gordon Street, also remember John Kearsley & most of the other teachers; Eric Batten was ...see more
I will add my memories of Pinner Fair while I am able.
1946 and in my last year at Potter St School. A youthful man dressed in a sort of "cowboy outfit," faced a young woman spread against a board. He threw several axes each side of her; they stuck in the board. He then threw knives about two feet to the side of her body. I might add that I myself never thought this as entertainment. He then had her lie down and cover ...see more
Hello, I was a pupil at Sherrardswood from 1957 to 1959. Unfortunately, my presence at the school was no longer required when I was caught visiting the girls dormitory at night. I have since reformed (?) and am happily married, living in California. Also I changed my last name for certain reasons, and no, I'm not a fugitive from justice. Would like to hear from anyone who remembers me as Brian Goldfield.
I lived at the Bakery with mum, dad and Sandy, my sister from 1954 to 1966. Dad was initially a baker and confectioner but it was my mum, Marie, who ran the shop most of the time. My favourite memories are my early teens going to the Record Hop, Methodist Chapel Youth Club and the hall in Connaught Road. Bobby Goffin showed me how to jive which I loved and Wed nights at the Hop after ...see more
1952 - 1970.
I recognise most of the names mentioned, even after all this time. My family name was Elley and most of my family still live in Rhydyfelin. With my immediate family I have moved about a bit over the last 30 or so years but still visit fairly regularly. I can honestly say that I enjoyed my childhood in Rhydyfelin for all the reasons given and many, many more. The freedom to ...see more
Went to Brock from 1955 to 1960 and had a nickname 'Heap' for obvious reasons - I was rather large. Remember playing for the School Cricket team. Also remember a lot of lovely looking girls... wish I hadn't been so shy.
My grandfather, Walter Smith, came up from Bressingham, Norfolk to get work in 1861. He worked at Esh Colliery and lived in what they call the 'tile sheds'. His son Robert Smith was born at Esh in 1862. We have been to Esh, a very nice place with lots of history, churches, schools and you can go to Langley Park via the 'silly steps', good area for walking. Mr Derick Smith.
One of my ancestors by marriage comes from Winfarthing, she is called Sarah Dixon and she married my 4th removed grandfather, Walter Smith, from Bressingham in 1860 at Lakenheath Suffolk. They had a daughter, Mary Ann, born at Bressingham in 1861 they then moved to the Durham Coalfied for work at the coke ovens. Sarah's father was Robert Dixon and mother, Martha, last from Winfarthing; Robert was a farm ...see more
Wolverton brings back fond memories of my British Railways apprenticeship. I spent about 12 great months in the carriage works when I was 20 years old during 1961. In those days it was quite a journey travelling from Harrow via Euston to Wolverton. It was also quite a shock when I arrived at Wolverton station, probably for both me and the locals. In Harrow we hadn't long dropped the Teddy Boy clothes and ...see more
I was born in Darlington and then moved to Hartlepool as my dad started working in the steel works there. Always had our holidays back in Darlington staying with my granddad or with other relations.
My memory has suddenly awakened! I can't believe that I forgot to mention the pet shop; it was called 'Pets & Extras'. It was next to the shoe repair shop and I think, took over part of the wool shop. The main attraction was Smokey the parrot, who used to wolf whistle at everyone. It was grey, and sat in a large cage, and was definitely 'Not for sale'. Everyone was fascinated by Smokey, and the ...see more
Loftus in Cleveland I remember Slater's Banks, Primroses Violets, Cowslips rolling our paste eggs at Easter, Skylarks singing and Saturday Market shopping at the Co-op its butchers, shoe shop drapery offices grocery and furniture shops, we had it all not so very long ago but alas Loftus is not as it was. Take a look at the Loftus Town Crier website, we had really bad flooding on the 6th of Sept ...see more
I lived in Belgrave Rd, Loughor from 1946 to 1957 and would often visit the sandy beach near the bridge with my mam and dad, David Howell Evans and Jenny Evans. I remember my father's brother, Uncle Elfed, diving off the bridge into the water. I was always surprised when he popped up to the surface! Great memories haven't been back in decades.
My husband was in the RAF and Odiham was our first place as a married couple. We were unable to get a married quarter and so my husband rented a flat over a driving school in Station Road. We both learnt to drive from there. I worked at the DHSS which was at that time in 1968-1980 in the old post office building before we moved to new offices opposite the bus station. We went to RAF Odiham again in the late 70's and ...see more
I moved from Comet Street, Adamstown to Llanndudno Road, Rumney in 1953 and can recall my parents taking me and my sister to a Zoo on the corner of Marshfield Road and the bottom of Trowbridge Road. Anybody else have a memory of this?
I left school in 1971 and went to work in James Smith factory. I worked there for around 13 years. I used to play football for the ladies team, which practiced on the field at the back of the factory. I can remember when the miners strike was on and some of the miners ran through the factory. I remember all the Christmas parties we went to. When the girls got married or had a baby we all collected together and bought ...see more
Loved reading some of the old posts on here....I was at Elmwood 1963-67....but most definitely glad to leave when I did. Thanks to everyone for their memories of the old place, just a shame it's all been "moderised" into houses, even the old paper shop "Gears, I think" was converted to a tyre shop, and now part of the house next door. If anyone has memories to add about 1963-67...I for one will be very glad to read them. Thanks in advance.
I was an orphan back in 1952 and spent a few years in the Junior House, Trojans, I think my number was 37 under a supposed name of O'collins. I was called apostrophe O and carved my name in the sandstone window ledge near the school bell corner in the playground, which was surrounded by a brick wall. I just kept to myself and out of trouble. I don't remember any teacher's names, only that in ...see more
I am doing an ancestral search of the McLean family who hailed from Easdale - Agnes McLean, Domestic Servant born 1855 and married in Glasgow 1885 to Donald McDonald, a grain storeman. I am a descendant of the McDonald family (Glasgow) and John and Jane Graham from Kilsyth. I would love to know more about the Mcleans in Easdale; also a Hugh McInnes who lived near Balvicar, born ...see more
This site was my first job on leaving school. I was an apprentice joiner and worked for MR Abbey Coleman, Builders of Barsby. I lived at Burrough-On-The-Hill at this time and had to cycle to Barsby every morning before going onto Asfordby with Mr Coleman.
Bag of chips was 9d I believe, we used to buy a bag on the way back from cubs at the Scout Hut, St Peters Road. There was also a Post Office on the High Street, along from the main shops. Also the range of shops in Island Farm Road - sweet and paper shop, bakers, greengrocers, truck café, another one then the Post Office, I believe. There was a factory in Molesey Avenue which made "superballs", which bounced ...see more
Further to the memories of Buckhurst Hill. My father became the local chimney sweep upon leaving the RAF after the war. The family moved there after being bombed out from London. I and my two sisters were born in the house in Queens Road. We were christened at and attended the school at St. Johns; two of us were even married in the church, myself to a local man. My elder brother although not born locally went to ...see more
My father, George Potten, worked at the paper mill. We first lived in May Street then moved to Mill Street, think it was 1960/61/62. I had a brother Michael and sister Maureen, we used to play in the railway yard or along the banks of Medway. I also played at the Bricklayers Pub with Audrey Symmonds, and with the coal merchant's children in the coal yard. We lived next door to a family called "Bell", we moved away in ...see more
I also went to the Convent in Erith Rd. I started at age 11 in 1956 and left 1961. Madam Pious was headmistress and very strict. When she blew her whistle if you had a chance you went in the other direction... happy days though. Most of the nuns were lovely. I remember one special one called Sister Theresa, she was a very special lady. Lady Mcdonald was the arts teacher and Miss Moth taught Spanish. ...see more
In 1977 I worked at Butlins, Barry Island and we organised a trip out to the Double Diamond club to see Norman Collier. It was a fabulous night and 36 years later I still remember it. Sadly Norman is not with us any more but, his memory and the memory of my aching cheeks from laughing still linger on....
My mum lived at No.1 Bonsall Street in Hulme, where I was born in the 1940's. She lived with her parents, Lil and Josh Whelan. Lil had a big extended family with a sister, Sal - also known as Nellie Gardener who used to own a greengrocers in Renshaw street. Both my parents grew up in the area and I have memories of Sal's greengrocers. If anyone knew them, I'd be grateful for contact/information. Mum is very elderly now but often speaks of Bonsall Street.
I, like many others, spent my student days at Matlock College of Education. The two main campuses and halls of residence were Rockside Hall and Chatsworth Hall, two magnificent buildings. From my bedroom I could see Riber Castle up on the hill. Apart from the well frequented Duke of Wellington hotel, I remember our annual raft races down the Derwent. One year, I went with others in an old water tank! It didnt steer ...see more
My grandparents lived in Penydarren all their lives. I just wonder if anyone remembers them, their names were Dai and Tydfil and they lived on the High Street. They had a daughter Joan and my granny worked at the Triang factory in the sixties. We spent all our holidays with them and we used to spend a lot of our time in a cafe called Basinis on the High Street. I remember Howard Winstone (the boxer) coming home after he won the title; we were so proud of him.
I was born in the little maternity hospital in Easington and lived in Kiln Hill Walk in Peterlee. Later we moved to Cumbrian Way, this is the house I remember. I attended the infants school that was knocked down in later years, I think it was called Ellison School. My sisters went there too and I also remember them going to Dean House(?) I can't remember exactly what it was called! My ...see more
I can remember my dad, who has since died, telling me stories of his childhood and also my mum's. It was all about Birkenhead - it was all very interesting. Yes, he did mention
the Cooks and Ainsley, as he was one of the Burns. Happy times for the Burns and Jones.
Wish I could have those days back when we all sat round as kids and listened to mum and dad .... all those stories about Birkenhead Park and lots more!
We used to live in the grounds of Riddings House in the cottage to the left of the main house. The two cottages used as accommodation for the head and assistant gardeners. I used to go with my dad up into the clock tower to wind up the clock at the weekend. There were buildings down the gardens; in one of them local people could visit and buy some of the produce that was grown. The lawns and gardens being kept ...see more
Bush Hill Park had so many interesting characters back in the 70's when I was young. I loved going to the shops in Cambridge Terrace, just off Dehli Road. My favourite one was Stewart's, the sweet shop, owned by Harry and Rose. He seemed really old to me, and I was a bit scared of him. I used to help my friend take Skipper, their old corgi, for walks. Rose Stewart was quiet, but seemed nice. My ...see more
I actually now live in Pontymister, my house is just out of shot in this photo but you can see the fence, it's lovely to see how it used to be.
My mother was Betty Brownell, nee Fleet. She started to work at the clothing factory when she was 12 and left to come to Australia in 1966. I remember going to the Christmas parties for the worker's children. My Dad, Alf Brownell, worked at Crewe railway works before WW2 and then at Kelvinators, Hoover and Charlesworths on High Town. Anyone remember them?
My great grandparents, grandparents, and my mum all come from Burnt Oak. Got quite sad reading all the memories, they made me cry. They lived in Barnfield Road. I remember the ice cream man that had a hatch in the wall, the Co-op, Princess and Sainsbury's. Does anyone remember Mr Puddy the second hand bookshop man? Had so many happy memories. At one time four generations of us lived in Barnfield Rd, the Somervilles and Packers.
My father, Leslie Blunden Gains, was born in 1909 (died 1987 in Redhill) and brought up by his maternal grandmother, Elizabeth Blunden in Compton at Hillside Cottage. This was the address given on my father's marriage certificate in 1935. The head of the household in the 1911 census was Lewis Blunden. My father's mother, Lester Blunden, was in service prior to his birth. I tried to ...see more
October 1955: Two weeks at selection 68 Regt, then 10 weeks at 31 Regt Rhyl Driving School, posted to 17 Trg Regt RA till October 1957.
I used to get my "Camels" from there!
I remember Wood Farm Camp. My dad was stationed there for three years & my mother, sister, dad & I lived at number 64. I remember the little pigs from the farm down the lane coming into the garden and me having to shoo them out. Also my sister & I having to trudge across fields to school that seemed a long way for my little legs. We used to go into the Naffi shop & a few years ago my husband ...see more
I was born in Farnham, actually Lavender Cottage, Rowledge, a nursing home I believe, in 1944 and my family lived at Thorndhu (now no. 8 I think) Broomleaf Road backing onto the railway line. My mother and brother lived there during the Second World War and an air raid shelter was built in the back garden. I now live in Montreal, Canada. My father, born in 1909, resided in his youth at Hillside Cottage, Compton - ...see more
I lived in Gobowen from when I was born in 1963 until we migrated to Australia in 1972. I also attend Gobowen School and I remember Mr Jones, he was so scary. My maiden name was Ankers. My mother came from Oswetry and her maiden name was Green. My dad came from somewhere around there not sure of where. He went to the "Bog" School. I have vivid memories of my life in Goowen.
I was a choirboy at St Luke's, we met for choir practice once a week. Mr Hatton was the choirmaster and took a register and we were paid for attending. Weddings were the big earner - we got two shillings or half a crown. It was all added up and given to us at the end of the quarter and I used to spend money on buying old coins at the shop by West Norwood Railway Station (opposite the Horns Tavern), which also sold ...see more
Mawney Road School and Pettits Lane were my schools and I had two best friends who lived up Dorsit Ave; one friend was Kay L------ and Peter Ph------ we always walked to school together or Peter would give me a ride on the cross bar of her bike. I often wonder what happened to them both!
I have fond memories of the Worthies who played in Brechin band, most of who have now passed away. Uncle Dod was great at the band parties and always lead Ogrady Did. The band has had many highs and lows but still goes on due to a number of dedicated older members along with the juniors. Does anyone remember when the gas works flooded and we went out to gather the coal? It's a pity it's not there now as cheap fuel would be more than welcome.
I used to go to Sunday school here, every Sunday afternoon. I was an angel in a Nativity play, and have a lovely black and white print of the play with numerous friends in, to name a few:- ....... Linda Hutley, Shirley Green, Faith Evans, Jennifer Rounce, Christine Pinner and Julian Krautman and Christopher Newbury. Mrs Harrison played the organ, and took us for choir lessons! My friend Patricia Merriman and ...see more
I can remember most of the shops here. The off-licence, Stowells; where Robert Harlow and his family lived and served. Then Draytons, the sweet shop - Mr Drayton had rather red cheeks! Then there was Lings, the post office and paper shop, run by Mr Landless and family, Roger being the son. Then the family Curtis took over from them, Hilary and Stephen being the children. Then there was Greenstores, Les ...see more
I used to go to Saturday morning pictures and was on the committee to keep the children in line. We also had a choir, and we sung on the stage of Leicester Square Odeon. Then we had a Christmas Dinner. My friend Dierdre Esquilant also went.
My first love was Susan Sainty who, at this time, lived in London Road, Kings Lynn with sister Alison, and mum and dad. Her gran lived in Cley and the family probably had the chalet bungalow in West Runton at the time. We met at Kings Lynn tech in about 1963 /1964 and I was heartbroken when we parted in about 1965. I married in 1968 to Angela Pattison and we have two children and currently 4 grandchildren and we ...see more
I lived in Brook Road from 1949 till 1968. I went to St Johns School till 1960 and then ArchBishop Myers in Hounslow. I lived with parents May and Alf Tyrrell, with nan and grandad living upstairs, when flats were not portioned off. I remember shops such as Fred (S)mudge the Albany Road butcher, the italian ice cream place - Jeffraits (spelling), Jacksons grocer in Brook Road (Sunday trading meant hide it in ...see more
I was born in Newport in 1942 and after leaving the Nursing Home lived in 6,Garth Hill Bassaleg the home of my paternal grandparents, Oliver and Alice Briney. After a short time my parents (Nellie and Fred Briney) moved to Highfield Villas, an ex-nursing and convalescent home. We lived in one large room on the top floor overlooking Rogerstone, my father had sectioned the room into four or five separate rooms. ...see more
Anyone remember the pet shop owners, Doug and Ivy, I remember the children, Carol and David. Would like to get in touch.
Kind regards, Paul
I was home from school on holiday when I heard a noise in the night. It was the sound of a Doodlebug engine stopping. Next morning we heard that a Doodlebug had crashed just beyond Catfield Station and went to see it. The army were there guarding it, we saw it in the field, it had not exploded. Does anyone else remember this event?
I used to play at and on 'red rocks' when I was a kid. My dad and my uncles had a pigeon cote nearby and we used to go there with him and then go and play on 'red rocks'. I once climbed to the top of the biggest one and couldn't get down, I had to wait for my older brother to come and rescue me. As far as I know they were huge pieces of clinker.
I remember The Avenue from when I was young in Circular Road (born there in 1948,) the trees always looked huge when walking down to the farm, I now know was Hyde Hall. My older brother helped on the milk round from there - the horse knew where to stop! We used to go sledging in the fields to the left just before here. The country track I knew down to the river is now just a footpath between houses. My family ...see more
I remember going Hopping as a child with my mum and older sister, my nan, aunt and cousins. We stayed in huts on what I think was called Humphries Farm, Nr The Cross at Hands, Staplehurst Kent. Does anyone know if the Farm still exists? I remember the adults on a Sunday would visit The Lord Raglan Pub.
I was born in Swansea, born in Mount Pleasnt Hospital in 1959. When I was 5 I remember being admitted to an isolation ward in Hillhouse Hospital. My mum told me I had an infection in my mouth. I remember visiting my dying mum there 7years ago, when she was convalescing. And although a long time ago, I was still able to recall certain features, quite bizarre..
My grandmother tells me stories of Kemberton; she recalls her grandfather and grandmother Webb owning or running the post office and general stores in Kemberton. She recalls a Mrs Paul living next door and was a good friend of her grandmothers, her mother was Elsie Webb. Does anyone have more details about this? Also before owning the post office her grandarents worked at Kemberton Hall, her ...see more
Went to this school in 1962, my sisters went there as did my mum....we were all Whiteheads then; Peggy, Christine and me, Charmaine. Remembering Sister Isobel, Mr Cooper, Mr Crick, Miss Southern and my favourite, Sister Bernadette.
Gayways was owned by Stan and his wife Gay....hence name Gayways
I first came to Whitstable by steam train in 1952 with my mother and grandparents, and we stayed in a boarding house in Cromwell Road, I think. After that we came to Whitstable every year for two weeks in September, staying at the Blue Anchor caravan site at Seasalter until about 1961. At that time, at the edge of the caravan site by the sea was a little wooden café, now no longer there, like the Alberta ...see more
This pictures reminds me so much of my childhood. My father had the greengrocers stall which was outside the White Hart pub, partially obscured by the man on the bicycle. As a child I used to help out; I remember washing dirty sooty celery in icy cold water on Sunday mornings so that it could be sold as "clean" and command a higher price, trimming cabbages but shaking the ice out of them first! ...see more
I went to the village school around 1936 to 1940. I believe the teacher's names were Miss Turk and Miss Murray. Miss Turk lived in the adjoining school house while Miss Murray travelled in from Pevensey. Empire day; the harmonium was carried out onto the green where a short service was held. I lived at Gayles in Friston and walked to school daily down through the twitten. Wonderful memories!
I was born in Church Hill, the cottage was called The Nook in 1950. My gran and granfer Glover lived in Middle Street. My mum, Isabel, was their eldest daughter, she married my dad, Bill Brenton, whose parents, Tom and Annie Brenton, lived up at Rosé Cottage Trefreock Lane. My gran use to get her water from the well there. My dad was born in Trfefreock Mill.
I remember going to Greenhill School when I was four. We lived in Greenhill House which was across the road, now demolished. Went to Gartsherrie Academy, later chummed around with Margaret Upton and Eleanor Lang. One girl I knew, Annabella McGilvery Frazer, went to what was then Southern Rhodesia, she was from Summerlea. I remember the dairy just over the red brig, and the Coop on the corner. I think there was an ...see more
One of many events to take place in this amazing pool was the 1975 International heat of Jeux Sans Frontieres. Stuart Hall and Eddie Wareing compered on a late summers evening when competitors from all over Europe battled on a specially built galleon in the deep end of the pool.
This was the era when it was normal to liberally cover yourself with coconut oil, and burn in the sun to a deep golden ...see more
