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At the beginning of the 20th century, Moffat attracted tourists wishing to sample the delights of the nearby sulphureous-saline wells.

Despite the rapid population growth and relentless outward expansion, the countryside, in the form of ancient woodlands, riverside walks and moorland, was still within relatively easy reach of

In 'Mates Illustrated Guide' of 1906, the area is described as 'very steady and pretty with good views but muddy in damp weather'.

The red sandstone cliffs of East Devon break into the green and pastoral valley of the River Sid; Sidmouth lines the slopes of the gap.

An old picture of the original square and centre of the town known as the Diamond, which was the original market place of Monaghan.

Any photographic survey of Bedford must include a picture of the embankment and the Swan Hotel.

The domestic buildings of Warwick Castle are situated on the southern side of the fortress overlooking the river.

Ascot, close to the Surrey border and situated in a wooded corner of the county that was once part of the ancient Windsor Forest, has a strong suburban feel to it, with an abundance of Edwardian

Ascot, close to the Surrey border and situated in a wooded corner of the county that was once part of the ancient Windsor Forest, has a strong suburban feel to it, with an abundance of Edwardian

The land on which Kendal Castle stands was acquired through marriage by Ivo de Taillebois, and it is he who is thought to have built the original 11th-century fortress.

Protected on three sides by water, the rock was the ideal location for a fortification; for around six hundred years it was the capital of the Kingdom of Strathclyde.

This fine old 17th- century farmhouse, built in a mixture of materials, stone, brick, tile-hanging and long straw thatch, is typical of the area around Marlborough.

In contrast to the Early English Gothic of the Congregational Church of 1886, now the United Reformed Church, on the east side of the Broadway, the Baptists chose Perpendicular Gothic for their 1901 church

The forerunner of secondary modern schools and comprehensives, Waller Street School was established during the period when extended education beyond the age of 10 was unusual.

The Market Square is at the busy cross-roads in the centre of this delightful small town.

The north side of the Market Place has seen many recent changes: The Marquis of Granby, partly dating from 1695, was restored in 1999 and the paint removed from its stonework.

It consisted of a large motte, on top of which was built a timber tower protected by palisades; the motte divided the Upper and Lower Wards.

Perhaps it will carry a passenger who had just arrived off one of the steam trains to pass through this attractive village on its way to Ashford.

Notice how the limestone roof slates are smaller at the ridge, becoming larger as they descend towards the eaves of this fine old house.

Although no longer 'i'th wood' this wonderful building is still full of character.

On the hillside, ¾ mile east of Towneley is this splendid house. Over the main doorway, concealed by the garden wall, the owner's name, William Barcroft, and the date 1614 is inscribed.

The landlord is looking at our photographer with some suspicion, which is not surprising: this was thought to be one of Lynn's pubs with a dubious reputation.

Taxal is a small village south of Whaley Bridge, lying in a cul-de-sac overlooking the lovely Goyt Valley.

This mansion just north of Richmond has been altered by successive owners: the Aske, Bowes and Wharton families, Sir Conyers D'Arcy, and, since 1763, the Dundas family, now ennobled as Marquesses of