Godalming, High Street 1924

Photo ref: 75418

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Almost thirty years later, there have been some noticeable changes. At number 68, on the extreme left, Grimmond's Bakery and teashop is now visible, but Luxford's has become Eastman's the butchers, losing the lovely stained glass decoration from its plain frontage. The White Hart Inn has had some badly needed redecoration, and now advertises 'Accommodation for cyclists' as well as garage facilities. Vanished altogether, however, are the magnificently ornate lanterns suspended over the pavement. On the immediate left is the pump and a corner of the fine Market Hall, built in 1814 by local man John Perry; it was soon affectionately referred to as the Pepperbox and, more recently, as the Pepperpot.