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I was brought up by my parents in a house in Baldry Gardens, the top end near Covington way. As a very small boy I was put into St Helens School primary, which was a Girls school but had an infants section. Then I went to St Josephs College after that. Remember the land mine dropping on the Common; all the soot came down the chimney and buried the dog who was sitting by the fireplace. A doodlebug dropped in ...see more
I was born in Elliott Street, moved to 10 South Street - my brother was born there in November 1943 - I was eight years old and an only child - I was so excited I ran around to Howards Chip Shop in the main street and got knocked down by a double decker bus - only grazed - that little brother is now 68 years old.
I lived in the flat above Priest's Store and used to play out behind the garage.
I went to the village two room school attached to the church, Mrs Stringer lived across the street. Her daughter was my babysitter. The Priest brothers allowed me and my two brothers to be in their shop alot. We were stationed at Brize Norton afb.
I am looking for a dear friend named Brenda Shelton. I visited your community with her in the 1950's when we were both in training to become registered nurses at St. Marys Hospital in London. Brenda was the only child of parents who were in their 60's, or perhaps 70's, at the time. I heard a rumour years later that Brenda had emigrated to Australia, but am not sure of this. I have no idea whether ...see more
I remember the cafe in the market square, my mum use to work in the open top part in the summer and my brother and I used to go and help her clear the tables when we were on school holidays. I remember the shops that ran around the top of the square, especially the barber shop were my brother would have his hair cut, 'short back and sides and not too much off the top'. I also remember going to the market at ...see more
I met my wife, Berny, here in March 1977, so it holds very special memories for us. The Farriers Arms lounge would have quite regular discos at the time and some live music from The Fendermen, who would really pack them in. I played there on one or two occasions myself.
I was a member of the Rickmansworth Cycling Club, who held their club nights at the Ship Inn in Joel Street on the Tuesday evening of each week. After work I would cycle there from my home in Paddington, joining up with other members on the way. When we arrived we would have a drink in the bar, and then retire to a small function room at the back. Here we would relax, enjoy each other's company and discuss ...see more
I lived in Port Ann for 16 years. I have a lot of memories of Port Ann, I would go to the blue rocks and go swimming - be there all day and sit under the bridge and hide when you get called in for your bed, or even guddling for fish braw fun. We also had a bull ring in the middle where the cars had to drive round - good for the old boggies runs. We made a football pitch where we could play football, there must have been about 30 kids in the village. Happy memories for me.
Please, has anybody got a photo of Wheelock Station (train) I cant find one anywhere. I would be most grateful, the platform and steps are still there. I would love for my son to see a picture of the old station on what is now known as the Salt Line Way.
Many thanks in advance. D Flamee. You can email the image as an attachment to davidflamee@hotmail.co.uk or post it on the site. Thanks again.
My wife used to live in an ex army building converted to a house somewhere in Ossemsley. It was called Green Leigh farm, we have been back several times but could never locate it as it is long gone. No one in the area knows where it used to be. She used to walk up South Drive and then cut across the fields. I have looked on many old maps but can find no sign of it.
My grandparents used to live here in the early 50's, the story goes that my mother was lodging next door and that is how they met. My grandparents are the Preece family, my mother was Dulcie Sherwood and she was staying at Mrs Monkton.
Love to know more!
The 99 club was in the hotel, it was great in the 1970's. I worked in the hotel and met some fab people; seems like only yesterday. All the Forest players use to come in the 99 club from the 70's. Anyone remember the DJs Derek, Tex, Dave and Brian the manager. It was very popular back then, packed every night. When I worked in the hotel I met the Hollies and Tommy Cooper. Many footballers used to stay there. ...see more
I lived in Stedham from the time I was born in 1944 until I left to get married in 1968. I lived at 36 Tye Hill with my mother and grandmother until the war finished and my father came home. I remember my mother saying that sometime after he came home that we moved into one of the houses on the right after going over the bridge at Bridgefoot. We lived there until we moved into Rotherhill Lodge, ...see more
My great-great-grandparents were Thomas and Sarah Allen who I believe lived at Marsh Benham in the early 1800's and had some of their children baptised at nearby Stockcross church. I would love to learn more about Marsh Benham which has a lovely sounding name and I hope it looks lovely too.
I'm thinking this photo is from around 1968. The new bus station is to the right. That was built beneath the M1 motorway bridge and it and is clearly finished in the shot (the final southern extention of the M1 was finished late 60s. I recall walking over Lilly Lane footbridge - a few hundred yards from this pic - circa 68 and seeing nothing but mud and stranded machinery alongside the railway.) I remember Station ...see more
Does anyone remember the old house that was by the big tree? When I was at St Nicks it was already derelict and we used to dare each other to go inside....it wouldn't be allowed now as a health & safety concern!!
Growing up in Wallington in the 70s and 80s was fantastic!
We moved to Wallington from Sutton when I was a few months old, the house was split into two flats, nana and grandad lived downstairs, mum, dad my brother and I lived on the top two floors. The garden was very large with a large garage at the bottom, which could take three or four cars, I remember one night, we hag a bad thunder storm, fork lighting ...see more
Does anyone remember half a car on a building in Staveley, possibly on the wall of a motor factors, and if so do you have a picture? Thanks.
I lived in Coombes Road, Dagenham and started school in 1950 at Arnold Road infants school. I have fond memories of Mrs Owen who taught history at this school. In 1952 my family moved to the prefabs in Goresbrook Road but I remained at Arnold Road Primary School until 1956. In 1956 I started at Goresbrook Secondary Modern school. I remember Mr Reece as the Headmaster. I enjoyed my childhood in Dagenham and have ...see more
When I was a small child in the 1950's my father had a toy stall in Halifax Borough Market. It was a wondrous place for a child in those days, a family, a community, with all the market children growing up together. I remember a cafe run by the Sullivan family that sold the cold fish (Halifax Fish) which I can honestly say was the best I have ever tasted. The market was full of interesting characters selling ...see more
I was at Collingwood Preparatory from 1963-66.
To say it was strict would be an immense understatement. It was brutal. John Richardson beat me on the hand with a ruler for getting poor marks in a maths test. As we completed our corrections, Richardson walked round the class with "Rosey" a red stick. I got to 7x=7 therefore x =. He was standing over me with "Rosey" and I wrote the answer x=7. That was it. ...see more
The picture of Windsor Drive is so evocative for me. I spent the first 5 years of my life living with my parents in my grandmother's council house in Sandpit Road on the Downham Estate at the bottom of Bromley Hill. We moved to World's End Lane in 1953. My grandfather, a railwayman who lived at Grove Park, had bought a plot of land in the Lane just after the war intending to build a ...see more
I worked as a telegram messenger at the post office in Tottenham Lane. We delivered telegrams on 250cc BSA motorcycles which covered Highgate Village. We used to go to the British Restuarant opposite Rokerly School & the YMCA building. I remember the V1 and V2 bombs dropping during the day time. I lived at Tivoli Rd, and remember a V2 landing in Palace Rd. I met my wife at a dance in Hornsey town ...see more
Myself and friends used the pond and Barn Hill a lot in the early fifties. I remember the row of poplar trees running up to the pond from Fryent Way. We mostly seemed to use the Kingsbury side of the Hill for our various activities, none of which I can really bring to mind, but the pond played a crucial part. The biggest excitement was when the snow fell, and we could take our sledges (home made) up to the pond, ...see more
I was a Junior pupil at this school in 1947 - 1948. Fond memories, as some of my older cousins also attended the school at the same time.
Having previously attended Hallen Village School, which was basically one room of mixed pupils and a pot bellie stove in the centre of the room for heating, and outside toilets. Lunch was sandwiches from home and the milk was delivered by the ...see more
I was born and raised in Cuckfield and started attending the primary school in 1964 at the age of 5. I have 3 older brothers, Mervyn, Andrew and Paul and a younger sister, Jacqueline. We used to go the "the Rec" and also to Colonel Clarkes Estate to play. We lived in Brainsmead Close. Our neighbours were the Oldakers and there were 7 children in that family. As a result of Facebook I am in touch with several people from those days.....
I made a copy of an old Coalbrookdale last supper plaque, when I was an apprentice at the allied (Ketley).
I donated it to Reverend Peter Clay, who had it cleaned up and finished with a brass coating. It now hangs on the left side of the church facing the congregation.
This church is important to me because it is where we got married, our boys were baptised and where we renewed our vows (25 years later), Reverend Peter Clay was there to meet us afterwards.
Although I have lived most of my adult life in Australia, I still have happy memories of life as a kid in my home town of Hucknall during the 50's and 60's, even though times weren't easy. I covered many miles on my trusty Raleigh bike (it weighed a ton, but at least it was actually built in the UK!) around Hucknall, Linby, Papplewick, right up to Gunthorpe, and into Derbyshire. I fondly remember happy rides ...see more
My grandfather, grandmother and mother came to America in 1923; Harold Hubert, Violet Mary (Abbott), Mary Doreen Shrimpton. My grandmother (Violet) was born in 1896 in Dalton-in-Furness and bought a small three handled cup while on vacation in Frizington in 1902.
My great grandmother, Mrs Burbidge lived in the house on Charwelton Hill, three fields away from the main road. Mother said a tin box was left by the road where post, bread and groceries were left. Later, in 1941 my grandfather, gran and my mum moved to a cottage in Hellidon where my gran was born.
My first memories as a child was going on the train from Rugby to Charwelton station with its large metal stairs going down ...see more
Lived in Easington in Turmarr Villas with my two children Julie and Tracie. Had friends, Diane Clubley and her sister Carol. Still have friends there Mary and Geoff Brisby. Loved it there, does anyone remember us? Now live in Spain but would love to visit one day.
It isn't really my memory, as it was before my time. My grandfather, was the owner of the Starboard Club and my father was born on the top floor in 1963. I have no memories myself, only those that my father has told me. He grew up in Seaview until my grandfather sold the club in the early 70's and moved the family to Cambridge. Our family does not have many photos from that time and as this is the first photo I have found, I thought I would comment on it.
I well recall the day I set off for school, it was sunny as I left the house by Black`s garage. As I approached the school, I noticed a large crowd opposite the school gates. A spitfire had come down between two houses without touching either of them and someone was injured trying to rescue the pilot. I have no idea of the outcome of the incident, which happened the day after the raids on Clydebank .The previous night, my ...see more
...Birkett family store...my first time to see picture...thank you...
Hi, many times I walked though Victoria Park to the Regent with my Mum - we both loved it. You could always see the screen - a B movie and then main movie, what happy times...I remember the Collosium in Tranmere, we used to call it then 'The Flea Pit'. In Rock Ferry there was the the Palace also. And of course, in Bikenhead there was the posh Ritz. I also remember the Plaza well. Happy Memories, Charles Cotton.
The Institute School, was opposite the White Hart Hotel, Upper Bradford Street, Braintree. I attended this school c.1950-51. Then Principal was Miss A Thompson; teachers remembered were Miss Firmin; Mrs Allen and the late Miss Howlett (Miss Howlett died of breast cancer c.1951-52?)
Can anyone confirm if the Institute School was modelled on the Steiner School or Montifore School ...see more
A new Army unit was formed in 1967 and took over the depot in Norman Road, Rusholme. This became 33 Signal Regiment which was part of the new TAVR. I had been wondering about joining the TA for several years in both London and Manchester where I was working at the time. And by a lucky fluke I had visited the Army Careers Informatiuon Office in the centre of Manchester to find out ...see more
I enjoyed reading the memories of the shops at Tarpots. I started work at Tarpots post office as a fifteen year old in January 1949. First for Mrs Palmer for about two years, then for Harry Smith, a lovely man. I stayed there until 1956. I went to work for Mr Smith again in the late sixties until my husband, our three sons and myself moved to Norfolk in 1971. Seeing the names of the shop keepers is wonderful. A young ...see more
My mother informed me that my grandparents (mother's side of the family) were married in this church in 1901. Her name was Florence Amelia Jilling, and she married my grandfather, George Green. They lived in Lowestoft before they moved to Beccles. Does anyone know of my family and ancestors?
Lived on Salford Brow for a few years then moved to Mazeppa Street. Had many happy hours playing on the hills..After Mazeppa Street was pulled down a lot of people were relocated to Whitefield, Hulme, and other places. Never was the same after we moved!
Is it just me or has anyone from Collyhurt experienced or heard about paranormal happening in and around houses. My friend lived on Lashbrook Close and her house has a lot of paranormal activity. I've stayed there a couple of times it has an eery atmosphere, its quite spooky if you ask me. It would be great if you're reading this and have experienced or heard of something similar - would be great to hear your story, please comment, thanks, Shannon.
I lived at 10 Dow St, Salford, during the 50s.. I remember there was a shop on the corner owned by Mrs Conner`s .. On a Saturday my mum would shop on Lwr Broughton Rd, and a treat would be to stop off at the Milk Bar for a milkshake.
During the summer, kids used to play out on the street playing simple games like hop scotch, whip and top, roller skating or a rope thrown round a lamp post to swing on.
All the ...see more
Old Row, Golds Hill, does anybody remember the pub called The Boat on Canalside next to Old Row? I know that Old Row was pulled down in 1936 and the pub was de-licensed by 1938, that was when my grandparents lived there, the Mcdonalds, we lived there till 1961 when it was pulled down. The Claydons and the Kings lived the other side of the canal, Blaydons was on Danks Bridge where they weigh the boats.
My dad was born at Rose Cottage, had 2 brothers William and Colin, also 2 sisters - don't know much about them. The boys grew up in the Workhouse would love to know more.
Am I correct in saying that Enton Hall was a health and relaxation place and maybe still is? Where Pat Combes and such like used to go :-) I worked there briefly in the 70s as a relief herdsman on their small Channel Island herd dairy farm. I remember the dairy man who was on holiday was an Austrian called Herman Degner ... anyone have any info please do make contact :-)
Just to point out this photo is Quarry Court/Liverpool Road, near Royal Ave. Does anyone remember the old grave stone? It was moved to St Michs at the top of Ditchfield Road.
I remember waiting for the bus here to take us back to Beccles after a day at school, St Mary's School to be exact! A lovely market town, what memories! Did anyone else attend St Mary's School around this time, or knew of anyone that did?
I attended music lessons here in the late fifties on a Saturday morning. Did anyone else do the same? Beautiful building inside.
I remember my mother telling me that her brother had a similar experience to this around the 1920's (approx). He was riding his bicycle through the churchyard and saw, what looked like someone clinging to the wall in the churchyard, (which is quite a drop down from the other side onto Puddingmoor). But when he took a closer look to see if he could perhaps help the person - there was no-one there at all! He must have cycled home very quickly after that experience!
My sister, Mary, was born in 1946, where I was born 1949. She'd take me on the bus from Royston to see some films at the Staincross cinema. The only thing that I remember was that it was somewhat run down but yet had a feel about it where you could say that it was once a beautiful cinema. Then I recall that my dad told me a story. A man who worked at Gawber pit would ride his bike down the Staincross Hill - It ...see more
My grandma, Louisa Atherton, grew up in the Grayson family in Wigan. They later relocated to King Street, Eccles, Manchester, Lancashire.
She had a son, Norman Atherton who was in the army(Burma). Are there any relatives out there?
Norman emigrated to Australia.
She later married Samuel Brown.
Dear Francis Frith Members,
BORN: In Eccles and Patricrof Hospital
!st Address: Clifton Road, Monton Eccles
Entertainment: Broadway Cinema; Fond memories of Welsh lady Mrs Hardisty singong along to Doris Day songs. She was banned for a time but we got her readmitted.
1st School; St. Pauls Primary School, Francis Street, Monton, Eccles
Best Friends: Barbara Anderson - went on ...see more
Reply to Tony Duffy. Hi Tony, Allan Williams here, we were in the same class in the yozzers, then we next met in the tech college when we were working for the Co op. We next met when you had joined the police force. We next met in Sainsburys about 2 years ago - bear with me Tony I am only just learning to use this computer. I have joined the yozzers group but I am the only one from our class - please join.
I was wondering if any one could tell me where the American Base is? I know its roughly about twenty miles away from Ipswich. The Salvation Army in Ipswich would be given Clothing from the base (Army or Air force) of which I'd buy and wear; they were comfortable and at the same time hard wearing. I often wondered if the base still is in existence? I really liked wearing those clothes; also the proper Denim Jeans?
I used to walk through Tranwell Woods all the time but I can't now because I am disabled now and the ground is uneven so it is hard for me to walk through - but it is a nice walk if you're not disabled like me. There's a lot of history in Tranwell Woods, they used to be an R.A.F air field during the war and it was called R.A.F Morpeth so there is a lot for kids to learn about Morpeth R.A.F.
My mother used to speak of Tarryblake as her grandmother, Helen Riddoch was born there. I think Mum used to visit an aunt at Tarryblake when she was little. I'd love to have a photo of the house. The Riddoch family were involved in the timber trade way back then too.
My last year at the Grammar School, joining the Royal Navy, in January 1955, as an Artificer Apprentice along with three other friends all from 5BF, George Evenden, Dave Alabaster and Neil Hiscock. I still have an occasional look at the School photograph trying to remember all the names. For me it was an enjoyable last year.
Where are they all now!!
I was born and grew up in Perth, going to Caledonian Road Primary School and then to Perth High School. I lived in South Methven Street until I was about 12 when we moved to Muirton.
My teenage years were spent visiting coffee bars (there were loads) with my friends, ice skating a couple of times a week, pictures on a Friday night and dancing in the City Hall. We later went to see pop groups who came to the City Hall. ...see more
My parents bought and moved into what was then 1 & 2 Buckland Lodges in 1959. The cottages were renamed LOWER LODGE after removing back to back cupboards and converting the two cottages into one dwelling but changed to LOWEN LODGE because the R on mothers typewritter was broken.
My father lived there until 2003 when health issues demanded it.
New owners had many conflicts with local authority and ...see more
Just a five minute drive along Mt Ridley Road to the east of Kingswear will lead you to a glorious National Trust house and garden called Coleton Fishacre.
I have two memories of my visit - the wonderful sloping gardens leading down to the sea and something very special for me in the house itself. Among the ground floor rooms open to the public is the "Saloon" and there in the far end is a full ...see more
We caught the Rhyl A1 Crosville bus from Broughton Factory, Broughton, Chester. It seemed such a long journey in 1965. We alighted at Station Road, Talacre. I remember a small shop by the bus stop that sold Calor Gas. Then followed that long treck up Station Road to our caravan! Dad bought his first caravan from a Mr Banks from Warrrington for £75. The Willerby caravan was sited on Thomson's site, ...see more
Our family story is that my great grandparents, James & Margaret Risk owned and operated a greenhouse in the Greenock, Campsie, or Kirkentolloch area (it may have been in the Baird name) in the 1890's & 1900's. My mother, May Violet Risk, lived there with her parents James Baird Risk & May Violet Russell Risk in 1911 according to a 1911 census. They came to Canada in 1913. My mom told me stories of living ...see more
I too remember the Fish and Chip shop in the 1950's, walking by the Barge, going to school and also being scared of Mr Collis the caretaker, walking to Stoke Park Woods, ringing the Church Bells for services and practice on Monday evenings. Although I lived on Church Road, I loved to walk Spring Lane. It was so quiet. I have many very happy memories of Bishopstoke and friends that I still correspond with even ...see more
I lived in Ty Isaf, Park Avenue from 6mths old till 1964. I lived with a Mr and Mrs Macey. I was Underwood then, my friends were Jayne Vaughan, Barbara Walters, Janet Williams, Julie Rees and Gwyneth Clements. I have contact with Barbara now. I am looking for Jayne Stephens nee Vaughan - she is married to Phil. All I remember she lives on Tysign but lost address. If anyone knows her please e mail me on SUSANWARMAN@hotmail.co.uk
We used to call it the hotel, it was the hub of the village, there was a bottle and jug at the side door and me dad would send me down to get a bottle of double maxim and let me have a little taste when I was just a bairn. We used to stage plays in the hotel backyard making a stage out of beer crates, there was some very talented folks in Lynemouth. In 1968, Status Quo (yes the Quo)! came and played in the disco ...see more
I grew up in Ermen Road, Barton. I remember how Liverpool Road was a mass of pubs almost next door to each other and the variety of shops and businesses along the way. Does anyone know if it was the Lyndale that later changed to The Court School of Dancing where I went with mates every Saturday night to drink bottled cider, smoke cigarettes and meet girls my age?
I was in Eccles very recently. I sat in the "Wangies" ...see more
Hello, I am very interested in Worksop history since I've grown up here and me any my friend are intrigued to know whereabouts this pool was? If anybody could give directions for us to 'check out' whereabouts it was, that would be great! We have a rough idea about where we think it's located but we're not sure if it's accurate! Please contact me on abslovesymas@gmail.co.uk please, thank-you x
I was born in 1960 at Glanarrow Cottages, Bridge St. All my early memories are of a happy childhood. I can remember the deep snow of 1963, when I opened the back door it seemed that the snow was halfway up it!!! I can also remember the last steam train going through the station, I was sat on the bonnet of my granddad's A40 at the station, a sad day indeed. School was a good place, Mr & Mrs Aston along ...see more
Hi
Does anyone remember my grandparents and father?
My grandfather's name was William Hope and he was a painter and decorator for the Council, my grandmother's name is Ethel Hope and she worked as a home help (carer). My father's name is Robert Hope, he has 3 sisters and one brother, Dorethy Hope (Shufflebothem), Jean Hope (Riddle), Pauline Hope (Green) and Colin Hope. They used to live at 13 Cherwell Grove. I'm ...see more
I remember visiting THE SHELL HOUSE in Leven as a child. My granny lived near Crail and I spent all my school holidays with her and my grand-dad. The highlight of my holidays was a visit to Leven and the Shell House.
Years later we were on holiday in Scotland and found ouselves in Leven and we went to find it, only to be told it had gone years ago. I was gutted as I really loved going to visit it.
I remember travelling from Newport to Dundee (and back) many times on the ferry. I know there were two boats but I can't remember their names. I have a feeling one was THE ALICIA CRAIG ?? but not sure. Can anyone help with the names or photos, or both please.
My mum was born in Brandon in 1910, one of 14 children. She sailed to Australia on the Vedic in 1926 and sadly never returned to Brandon. My son and I visited Brandon in 2010 and were disappointed to find that the street where she was born, Sunderland Street and surrounds is gone, replaced by a new housing estate. I guess we should have gone sooner. However, we spent 3 days in Durham visiting the Cathedral, ...see more
I lived in Hurtmore for many years. I remember this 'Park' which is in fact 'The Phillip's Memorial', in memory of the wireless operator on the Titanic. He lived in Farncombe I believe. Anyway, this memorial has been lovingly restored. A good thing too ! It was sadly neglected back in the sixties. Nice to see the picture though, I never spotted it before so perhaps it has only recently been added...
I spent my first five years 1924-1929 in Blindley Heath, possibly the nicest years of my life. I may have gone to the school there. I clearly remember Gibb's store when I spent six glorious weeks in B.H. in 1934,: a very modern shop with lime (?) trees and a chain fence surrounding the periphery. It had a modern overhanging spring-loaded carrier system, whereby payments could ...see more
I remember the shops, Hawkins where they had tins of biscuits along the front of the counter with see-through lids. The furniture shop, butchers and a funny dress shop. My mum helped out in a sweet shop called 'Bettys'. When I was 15 I worked in the greengrocers on Saturdays call 'Aris's. The owner used to send me up the other end of the road where there was another greengrocers to see how much they were ...see more
Every year on my birthday my mother and father made June 21st. (or the closest Saturday) a very special day for me. Since I was old enough to remember I had strawberries on my birthday. However, that was not all. The day was a huge celebration at our house called "Ivy Cottage" on Epping New Road. All my aunties and uncles plus as many as fifteen childhood friends would come to my party.
Planning must ...see more
I too have fond memories of Ardwick. I lived in Nelson Place. I'm sure I recall a Peter Palmer, I think he was in my brother Kevin`s class at school, I can remember loads of things, both good and bad; playing in the street, having a swing rope on the lamp post, playing games, having big bonfires, what loverly memories - wish it was like that now. How are all you old neighbours? Are you still out there? Come give us ...see more
I remember arriving fresh from Singapore and having to visit the loo during the night. It was absolutely freezing and one of the windows in the bathroom was broken letting in a vicious cold blast of air! I staggered back to a lumpy bed thinking I had landed in the jaws of hell! I remember more of the older girls, one with a wonderful name - Audrey Doreen Dennison-Wiggins I believe! Mardi was my guardian as my ...see more
I lived in Park South and would visit the Locarno and Macilroys ballroom. I saw most of the top bands of that era. Searchers, Dave Dee, The Kinks, Manfred Mann. I also visited the Jazz club at Macilroys called Uncle Bonnies jazz club. Does anyone remember Laings canteen youth club round about 1960. I now live in deepest Devon but still hold those wonderful memories of Swindon in the sixties. If anyone remembers me, I am Barry Dady, then I would love to hear from them.
I have just read Alan's memories of Erith. He told of working in a mans outfitters in Erith. Alan it was Clears !!!! And my mum (Joan Dixon) also worked there before she was married. My dad (Godfrey Rose) met her there. She told many stories of the shop and talked of Mr Goodbody. There was also an article of Saturday morning pictures. 6d and 9d seats, stink bombs!!! Stamping feet when things got exiting, Flash Gordon, 3d mix up across the road and 6d chips to eat on the way home.