Photos

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Maps

181,006 maps found.

1882, Swanton Morley Ref. HOSM61045
1882 - 1883, Wendling Ref. HOSM63697
1882 - 1883, Worthing Ref. HOSM65210
1899, Little Horton Ref. HOSM51512
1890 - 1892, Chickenley Ref. HOSM40760
1898, East Hagbourne Ref. HOSM44376
1882 - 1883, Knettishall Ref. HOSM50468
1885 - 1903, Wattisfield Ref. HOSM63547
1890 - 1904, Bentley Ref. HOSM37590
1891, Far Bank Ref. HOSM38681
1890 - 1904, Cusworth Ref. HOSM42675
1891 - 1901, Finningley Ref. HOSM45529
1885 - 1905, Graiselound Ref. HOSM46727
1885 - 1905, Gunthorpe Ref. HOSM47246
1890 - 1891, Hickleton Ref. HOSM48267
1891 - 1904, Highfields Ref. HOSM48500
1891, Carcroft Ref. HOSM51574
1882 - 1883, Pipehill Ref. HOSM56679
1882, Rileyhill Ref. HOSM57829
1883 - 1905, Broadwoodwidger Ref. HOSM39121

Books

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Memories

29,022 memories found. Showing results 8,771 to 8,780.

Ymca Agricultural Training Centre Ham Green Pill

In February 1949, my husband, Derek, travelled from London to start agricultural training at the YMCA Agricultural Training Centre at Ham Green, Pill, on a scheme known as 'British Boys for British Farms'. ...Read more

A memory of Pill in 1949 by Rosemary Bennett

Joan The Wad

I have bought Joan the Wad Cornish pickles at the Abbey and caught a trout in the river that runs in front of it. I was evacuated to the village in the war to Church Town Farm with Mr and Mrs Greenway and there was a large monkey puzzle ...Read more

A memory of Lanivet in 1950 by John Angus

Notes From The Frith Files.

During WW2 the hut at the top of the building provided shelter from the weather for members of the Observer Corps later known as The Royal Observer Corps.

A memory of Devizes

A Walk For A Pint

I can remember vividly walking from Trafford Road in Salford, all the way up Eccles new Rd with my new wife. Why did we walk? because we had nowt, as we said then. We walked all the way, talking and planning our future. When we got to ...Read more

A memory of Eccles in 1970 by David Timperley

Middleton Family

Hi - My family history research finds that my mother Isobella Stephenson was born in Houghton in 1917. Her family may have been in the pub buisness, but her father Harry John Middleton worked for the railways. They eventually ...Read more

A memory of Houghton in 1910 by Allan Broadhead

Foggy Beacon Park

When I was 5 yrs old I can vividly remeber getting lost in Beacon Park in a real pea souper with friends from the farm in the Sandford Street corner of the park and also remember digging old stone jars up from the brook that runs through the park!

A memory of Lichfield in 1956 by Frank Clarke

Moved To Barns Green In 1958

My family moved to Barns Green in 1958 purchasing Cootes Farm and then Bachelor's Farm shortly after (hardly large enough to be called farms, but that was their names). I was 15 at the time and had many friends and fond ...Read more

A memory of Barns Green in 1958 by Colin Plummer

Hartfield In The Late 1920s

My friend Hannah Rooth (Nee Symonds) can remember living in Hartfield in the late 1920s and 1930s. She lived at Kilnwood, in Cotchford Lane, and was married in the church in 1937. She then lived in Paddock Cottage in the ...Read more

A memory of Hartfield in 1920 by Rosemary Bennett

Saturday Jobs

My first job as a Saturday girl (1974) was working at a newsagents called Jarman's on the right of this photo on the corner of the road which led to the police station and infants school Darley Dene. I remember having to weigh snuff ...Read more

A memory of Addlestone in 1974 by Karen Rogers

Going To School

I have lived in Australia now for over 40 years. I still have very fond memories of my walk from Grenville Close to West Cowes High school as a 13yr old. The floating bridge was where I had my first smoke and my first kiss!!!!  How I ...Read more

A memory of East Cowes in 1961 by Steve Clements

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Captions

29,158 captions found. Showing results 21,049 to 21,072.

Caption For Broadstairs, The White Cliffs 1918

The low white cliffs at Broadstairs shelter this bay, and people are making use of the tents on the beach to change for a dip in the sea.

Caption For Westbury, Meadow Lane Estate C1965

The parish church of All Saints is a familiar landmark in the centre distance.

Caption For Leeds, The Bar, Union Buildings C1965

This photo was taken in the days of Watney's draught red barrel and “a Double Diamond Works Wonders” advertising. The only lager on sale was bottled, usually Lowenbrau.

Caption For Tenby, The Harbour 1925

The remains of the 13th-century castle are on the hill beyond the houses. The Pier, which has now been removed, and the slipway are to the left.

Caption For Chester, Cathedral 1913

There are only two other places in England where the quality of the wood-carving is comparable to Chester. One is Lincoln Cathedral, the other is Beverley Minster.

Caption For Maidenhead, The River And Bridge 1906

This photograph shows the graceful architecture of Maidenhead Bridge, distinguished by its elegant arches, striking stonework and fine balustrade.

Caption For Fearnhead, Fearnhead Lane C1955

Time for a lunchtime pint at the Farmers Arms - but the owner of the bulbous Morris Minor on the forecourt had few drink-driving laws to worry about.

Caption For Stratford Upon Avon, Boathouse 1922

The annual Regatta, held in June, attracts crews from all parts of the United Kingdom. Boats can be hired at the Swan's Nest Boathouse and at Clopton Bridge.

Caption For Cambridge, St Catharine's College 1890

The chapel houses a memorial to one of its more famous alumni, John Addenbrooke, whose bequest founded the county hospital.

Caption For Northwich, Hunts Lock C1955

As the steam-powered barge 'Caledonia' leaves Hunts Lock heading towards Northwich, a pair of narrowboats churn up the water as they line up to enter the lock.

Caption For Chagford, Kestor Rocks 1924

Rising to 1433 feet, the boss of Kestor serves as a prominent landmark with its outlying granite rocky basin, as seen when approaching from Chagford.

Caption For Horley, View From The River 1906

It is wintertime with bare trees and lots of water in the River Mole. The church has a modernised tower and a shingled broach spire.

Caption For Folkestone, The Pier 1892

A fine view of the 680 ft long Victoria Pier. The handsome pavilion could accommodate 800 people, and in the summer concerts were given daily.

Caption For North Berwick, From The Law 1897

Tourism brought with it a spate of hotel-building. The Royal was joined by the impressive Marine Hotel which had hot and cold running water.

Caption For Woodbridge, The Thoroughfare 1894

Although quite narrow and winding, this is the main street of the town, stretching for nearly a mile, and running parallel with the River Deben.

Caption For Aylesford, The Bridge C1960

The Church of St Peter dominates the scene.

Caption For Harlow, River Stort C1955

The River Stort, with the Town Park along its banks, has become a beautiful and popular venue for the people of Harlow, Old and New.

Caption For Saffron Walden, The Market Place C1965

The Market Square is still the commercial centre of the town. There are several banks, and the market is held here on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

Caption For Tintern, The Abbey From The South West 1893

The south-west wall is being renovated at the time of writing. The present remains were built in the decorated style between 1270 and 1301.

Caption For Hull, The Humber 1903

As well as general cargo shipped through the port, the amount of fish landed at St Andrew's Dock during this year, amounted to 1,580,959 cwts.

Caption For Cheriton Fitzpaine, C1955

A study of this view will confirm that fact.

Caption For Stirling, Broad Street 1899

This view looks towards Mar's Wark: dating from 1570, this uncompleted renaissance building was intended for use by the Earl of Mar who was Regent.

Caption For Netherbury, The Village 1912

From this view of the crossroads, one can see The Redes on the left, and on the right, Japonica Cottage, which housed Netherbury Post Office.

Caption For Redmire, The Village 1909

This road leads out of the village towards Carperby. Here we see North's House (centre), and Polly Miller's (left) - both named after fondly remembered former