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A fire destroyed many of its buildings in 1507. It is extraordinary to think that it was scheduled for demolition earlier this century.

The chapel, which was rebuilt in 1411, still retains part of the original 15th-century oak screen and a 17th-century pulpit.

Many of Wakefield's 118 pubs and hotels were along this central road through the city. At the lower end is the Kirkgate railway station, which replaced an earlier station built in 1840.

Just down the river is the internationally famous seal sanctuary, founded in the 1950s by midlander Ken Jones to take care of sick, injured or orphaned seals.

Looking east over College Green to the main facade of Trinity College. College Green was still common land in the 17th century when Trinity College was founded.

The photographer has emphasised the massive proportions of the cathedral, with its high vaulted roof and finely decorated stonework. The elaborate pulpit and the Knights' banners dominate the view.

Swift (1667 - 1745), became Dean of St Patrick's in 1713.

The railway finally came to the village in 1902 with the opening of a line to Skipton.

The place became a favourite with artists and holidaymakers alike; many of its red-roofed cottages were perched somewhat precariously on the cliffs. It is also known as Bay Town.

A superb view epitomising the rural nature of Surrey before the First World War.

Bowler-hatted farmers go about their business in the centre of town around the Butter and Poultry Market Hall. A few cattle can be seen on the left.

Market Strand Quay was later extended in 1905 to become the Prince of Wales Pier, which is still used for ferry services.

The harrow on the grass verge reminds us that the surrounding Vale of Evesham was, and remains to this day, a major agricultural region.

Some of the town's fine Georgian buildings can be seen here.

This small town stands on a inlet of the River Wensum. Lothbroc, a Danish king, landed at Reedham in an open boat when he was driven ashore during a violent storm.

The bridge over the River Derwent at Rowsley was built in the early 17th century, and still carries today's busy traffic on the A6 trunk road.

Frogmore Pond provides one of the best shots in the Frith archive.

This family seem determined to make the most of their time at the seaside and contemplate the sea.

The market town of Bovey Tracey at one time had two railway stations; now it has none. The Dolphin Hotel is an old coaching and posting house.

Widecombe, probably Dartmoor's most well-known village, stands in the broad valley ('Wide Combe') of the East Webburn river.

This is the view down Smithy Lane, Bradwell, looking towards the green escarpment of Bradwell Edge in the background. Note the non-conformist chapel on the extreme right.

The post-war building expansion is well shown in this mid-50s view of Oaks Lane, Willington.

Seen on countless calendars, this view of Derwent Water from Ashness Bridge, on the narrow road up to Watendlath, is always popular. Skiddaw fills the backdrop.

This view towards the Little Orme is now almost completely covered with housing developments, so we can dwell on this rustic scene and imagine the odd visitor wandering along the road, or members of