Houghton, The Clock Tower c.1960
Photo ref: H464008
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Photo ref: H464008
Photo of Houghton, The Clock Tower c.1960

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The memorial shelter and clock tower were erected to the memory of G W Brown by Mr Whymper in 1902. We cannot see the clock; it was made by J R Ingram of St Ives. The white house called The Green was an inn. Part of the original medieval building survives, while the large chimney stack was added later.

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Memories of Houghton, the Clock Tower c1960

For many years now, we've been inviting visitors to our website to add their own memories to share their experiences of life as it was, prompted by the photographs in our archive. These memories are of Houghton, The Clock Tower c.1960

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I believe the Mini Van parked by the clock tower belonged to my auntie, Masie Hockaday, who owned the Thicket Cottage Riding Stables in Houghton. She bought one of the first Minis off the production line. It was pale green and used to attract attention where ever it went. I remember going to Wicksteed Park in it when I was about 10. It was very cramped in the back and the highlight of my ...see more