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Places

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Photos

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Maps

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Books

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Memories

392 memories found. Showing results 151 to 160.

School Classes

The basement, or I suppose crypt, of this building was used by the Technical College as an engineering workshop. We would traipse from the main building on Park Square along Waller Street to enter the workshop which was kitted out with ...Read more

A memory of Luton in 1951 by Alan Squire

Memories Of Iveston

I was born in 1934 and lived in Iveston for 18 years, leaving reluctantly in 1952. We first lived beside the duckpond, in the cottage attached to Letch Farm, run then or later by Mr and Mrs Harrison. Avis Harrison baked my ...Read more

A memory of Iveston in 1940 by Margaret Dixon

A Long Way From St Pauls Road

Hi, my name is Susan Thompson, formerly Hawkins and I'm 54, I was born in the above address and lived there for 18 years although my parents lived there for over 40 years. I went to Brook St. school finally ...Read more

A memory of Northumberland Heath in 1967 by Susan Thompson

Me Da And Ma

Me Da and Ma. This is about 1949. Me Da came from Clara Vale and grew up there in 1 West View (which was a small two bedroom stone cottage) with Granda and his six brothers, Billy, Bobby, Joe, twins Jim and John and Eddy who was the ...Read more

A memory of Newburn in 1949 by Jimmy Burrows

Historic St Peter's Hospital

St Peter's Hospital was one of Bristol's finest and most historic buildings, which had been home to pirates and an alchemist as well as a mint and a workhouse among many other uses. It was destroyed in the blitz ...Read more

A memory of Bristol by Paul Townsend

Bristol's Tramway Centre

I wonder just how many romances started after meeting under Bristol's old Tramways Clock, the time-piece once at the heart of George White's electric transport system? The mock Tudor facade to which it clings officially ...Read more

A memory of Bristol in 1890 by Paul Townsend

Eastville Park Bs5

Eastville Park is a large park with a small lake, just to the east of the M32. The lake at Eastville Park was instigated as part of a social scheme by Ernest Bevin (a well respected westcountryman) who later became Minister of ...Read more

A memory of Bristol by Paul Townsend

Cairn Gloose

The Cairn is one of the most popular places to visit in this area

A memory of St Just in 1940 by Alec Smith

Blackhill In The 1940s

I was born at Dixon Street, Blackfyne, Blackhill, County Durham. My memories are from when I started school in 1943 at the Tin Mill School, Derwent Street, Blackhill, as far as I remmember I did not like it. ...Read more

A memory of Blackhill by Alan Sanderson

Memories Of Wrekenton A Mining Village In Gateshead

Memories of Wrekenton a mining village in Gateshead, County Durham from my late mother and my memories from the 1950’s My mother was born in Wakes Yard in a mining village called Wrekenton, a ...Read more

A memory of Wrekenton in 1950 by Ron Summerson

Captions

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Caption For Pulborough, Clements Bridge 1906

Along the southern boundary of Pulborough lies the River Arun, popular with Edwardian fishermen and boating enthusiasts.

Caption For Redcar, The Beach C1955

Redcar's popularity for the past 150 years has largely depended upon the attractions of the sea and the beach. A group of roundabouts and swings offers entertainment for the children.

Caption For Plymouth, The Hoe And Pier 1890

The centre of the Pier, now covered, was a popular venue for concert parties, boxing, wrestling, roller skating and tea dances.

Caption For East Dean, War Memorial 1921

On a sunny weekend day the customers of The Tiger Inn, out of view to the right and very popular with walkers, spill onto the green and bring it vigorously to life.

Caption For Felixstowe, Beach 1904

At the turn of the century, Felixstowe was at the height of its popularity as a seaside resort, with its south-facing beach.

Caption For Exmouth, View From The Beacon 1925

Exmouth's long sea front and sandy beaches made sea-bathing a popular recreation from the town's earliest days as a resort. Tourists came for the bracing air and social activities.

Caption For Robin Hoods Bay, 1927

One of the reasons why Robin Hood's Bay proved to be a popular haunt for artists is the picturesque cluster of red-roofed cottages perched somewhat precariously on the cliffs.

Caption For Chelmsford, High Street C1955

It was justly proud of its restaurant (advertised on the banner), as it was a stylish and popular meeting-place.

Caption For Babbacombe, The Downs 1918

A popular clifftop band concert at Babbacombe. Once a small village, Babbacombe has long been subsumed into Torquay and struggles to keep its own identity.

Caption For Dell Quay, C1960

While sitting in the garden of the very popular Rose and Crown public house, visitors can still enjoy this view of the ancient estuary today.

Caption For Heptonstall, Waterloo House From Slack Top C1965

Waterloo House (centre) was a popular refreshment house for many years, but has now been converted into a private house.

Caption For Trumpington, The Unicorn Inn C1960

The inn was a popular local place for people to ride or walk to.

Caption For Dovedale, Lion Rock 1914

The path, one of the most popular in the Peak District National Park, is now boarded on this section, which often floods in the winter rains.

Caption For Southsea, The Beach And Pier 1898

Despite the shingle, patches of sand uncovered at low tide made the beach a popular attraction.

Caption For Congleton, The Canal C1965

This canal never closed, and is eternally popular with leisure boaters.

Caption For Smeeth, The Woolpack Inn C1960

The large attractive Woolpack Inn is very popular with those en route between Ashford and Folkestone, though it is possibly less busy than it was years ago - the M20 has taken most of the through traffic

Caption For Barnstaple, Bear Street C1940

The Ford Popular car seems to want all the road.

Caption For Scarborough, The Beach C1885

These one-man shows, which reached the height of their popularity in Victorian times, were based on the character of Pulcinella, the impudent hunchback from the Commedia dell'Arte, which originated

Caption For Christchurch, Wick Ferry, West Bank 1900

The rivers are very popular for boating and their banks are an ideal site for a picnic.

Caption For Ulverston, King Street 1912

Warhurst was an agent for Rudge Whitworth cycles, a popular form of leisure transport at the time. Across the road is John Smith's Umbrella Hospital.

Caption For Newton Abbot, From Decoy 1906

With playing fields, a recreation area, a lake and woodlands, it is very popular with the local townspeople. There are fine views over the town and to the wooded slopes beyond.

Caption For Felixstowe, From The Beach 1899

By this time, Felixstowe was at the height of its popularity as a seaside resort, with its south-facing beach.

Caption For Derwent Water, Ashness Bridge 1893

Seen on countless calendars, this view of Derwent Water from Ashness Bridge, on the narrow road up to Watendlath, has long been popular. Skiddaw fills the backdrop.

Caption For Hirwaun, The Cenotaph, High Street C1960

Behind the solid First World War Memorial is the Cardiff Arms, a public house often used for wedding reception that is still a popular watering hole today.