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Woolworths moved across the Market to occupy larger premises and in so doing swept away the 19th-century frontage of Keightleys which, amongst many other things, sold agricultural equipment.

Amberley straddles high ground to the south of Stroud, amid glorious Cotswold scenery.

Though there are one or two motorcars around, the scene is relatively traffic free; people appear to be quite at ease either walking or standing in the middle of the road.

Designed and built by George Stephenson, Stockton and Darlington No 1, 'Locomotion', achieved a speed of 15mph when he hauled the 34-wagon inaugural train from Shildon to Stockton on 27 September 1825.

The circuitous narrow road that leads up from the Swaledale village of Keld is being negotiated by an early motorcar.

This charming view illustrates the picturesque charm of Staithes, which has enchanted visitors for generations.

Looking towards the east window which was inserted during the restoration of the church in 1856/7 that was overseen by Sir George Gilbert Scott.

This photograph shows the busy junction at the top of Station Road and Northampton Road, which combine like an arrowhead opposite the Gardens. The Headlands stretches off to the left.

With views like this, no wonder there was a dream of a resort being built. One house that did reach completion and has splendid views was Cliff House.

Sherborne is famous for its public schools, and on most days in term time pupils can be seen threading their way around the old town.

Rifts Wood, the area between the old town and the new town, was spanned by a pedestrian bridge known as the Ha'penny Bridge, under which were laid a series of lovely gardens, including

Pook Brothers' butcher's shop, on the right, has a fine display of meat that would throw today's health inspectors into an immediate lather.

Partially hidden behind C&A is the Georgian edifice of Holy Trinity church, completed in 1727. It was designed by Halfpenny, with a later 1839 tower and square spire by Chantrell.

Inevitably, Claridge & Co Grocers have gone, but there is still much choice of shops further into town.

It was one of the first twin-screw ships to grace the north Atlantic run. The 10,798 gross ton liner had been in service for just two years when our photograph was taken.

Beyond the high brick wall with its iron restraints, a very good array of Georgian houses lead the eye into the market place and on to St Dionysius Church.

The bay-windowed house to the left of the photograph remains intact but neglected, while shops have taken over the remainder.

VIII sold Fountains to Sir Richard Gresham in 1540, and though some seventy years later Sir Stephen Proctor used abbey stone to build Fountains Hall, the ruins are still impressive and preserve the plan of

Looking through the gate the Crown Hotel, now no longer in existence, can be seen on the left of the High Street.

The hamper in the right foreground points to a happy afternoon on the river. In the middle distance can be seen the confluence of the rivers Wey and Thames.

Sumptuous Victorian houseboats line the River Thames on 'Boat House Reach', close to the bridge.

The pond has been much reduced in size: a road has been built over part of it, and the land behind has been used to build a small housing development.

This picturesque, timber-framed inn, formerly known simply as the Harp, has stood on this site since the 15th or 16th century. A passageway leads through to the churchyard.

This one was number 24 of 103 built along the south coast in the early 1800s as a defence against a possible invasion by Napoleon. It has been restored and opened to the public.