Stoneleigh, The Broadway c.1960
Photo ref: S669042
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Memories of Stoneleigh, the Broadway c1960

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I was born at home on Waverley Road in Stoneleigh in 1940 during the Bllitz. I lived there until I emigrated to Canada in 1962. This photo brings back many memories. I remember Atkinsons, the Newsagent on the left of the picture. MacDonalds on the right was a paint and wallpaper store owned by my friend's parents. I worked there on Saturdays when I was about 16. I think I earned 15 shillings for the day. There was a ...see more