The Welfare

A Memory of Corby.

This was built by Stewart and Lloyd's for their workers. They had sing-a-longs on a Saturday Night and my Dad who had a lovely voice was a popular addition to the show.
Behind the Club was the Football grounds and a considerable sized field. Every year they had "The Fair" and every child of a Worker was given free tickets for some rides. They'd have a Pipe Band, Ice Cream vans and every fairground treat a child could ever want. It was a week we all anticipated with joy and were never let down. I can't remember a time when it rained but I do remember the time I went n a new ride and was so terrified I screamed the place down and the owner - somewhat disgustingly- stoppe the ride and made me get off! I was only to hapy to be back on Terra Firma!