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We lived just near Taylor Park, it was a great place to boat and fish. My brother Philip got badly sunburned there back in about 1966. Oh how I'd love to go back just for one day as he died in an accident when he was just 17, poor thing never did say goodbye. John Hayes
My grandparents, George and Hilda Topp, where landlords during the 60's and early 70's. Does anyone have any memories of them.
I remember going to Battersea park on Sundays and going in the paddling pool by the jungle. We used to make a day of it having a picnic there. Mum used to get us to save a place by the tennis court so we could hang our costumes up to dry, there was six of us kids. I used to go in the Jungle and be in there all day. The best was climbing on the high platform and jumping on the big rope then everyone piling on top ...see more
My father was a great lover of Derbyshire and would take the family at least once a year for a weeks holiday (usually Easter or the autumn). This particular time he booked us into a local B&B near to the pub. If we were out in the evenings and late-ish in getting back we had to feel our way along the village streets as there were no electric lights, but it all added to the mysteriousness of the place. Can ...see more
My husband, John Van Hoek, has asked me to put this in for him. His grandfather, Thomas Howells Meredith, and his wife Edith Jane, lived there. Their children to name a few were; Louise, Gwen, Richard (Dickie), Jack, Sally (John's mum), Connie and Olwyn who tragically died there when just a small child. His grandfather planted a plum tree, which was still there right up to the 60's. John says it would be nice to hear ...see more
My memory is not so much as my own, but about what my grandfather told me. He says there was no such thing as swimming baths when he was young. Their swimming baths was the docks, if the 'cocky watchman' wasn't keeping an eye out for them. The memory I have is short and one I feel proud of. When Guinea Gap was being built his father, my great grandfather, was one of the workmen who helped to dig out the ...see more
I was born at 50 Nancy Road, Grimethorpe on the 12 December 1944. At this time this address was the White City police house and had the West Riding police crest attached to the front of the house. My dad, Robert Cox, had come down to Yorkshire in 1929 to join the police force from Durham where he had previously worked in the coal mines. He returned to Durham and married my mam Elsie and their first posting was ...see more
This is where I grew up moving in when I was seven years old. I remember falling in the beck shortly after moving in as it was just across the road from the school. The locals always said that you weren't a local unless you fell into the beck. I remember that there were trout in it and some of the kids used to tickle them. Never got the hang of it myself. The Paper Mill and the Mechanics Institute were ...see more
From 1964 I used to walk past this church every day on my way to and from Central Modern School. There used to be a joke shop opposite, we bought stink bombs and others tricks.
My earliest memories are of East Harlsey where my father was an undergardener at the Hall. The owners were the Constantine family, whose business was something to do with shipping in the North East. We lived in a tied cottage one of four near the Hall and Church. Before I was old enough to go to school we used to go to Osmotherly, I think on a Tuesday, to the clinic and to get the orange juice which came ...see more
My name is Beryl Dawson (nee Mallard), I went to Alfred Street School Harpurhey in the 1940's. I lived in William Street, I remember playing with Dorothy Wood, Maureen Charlesworth, Johnnie and Rosie Wolfe. I also remember Ethel and Roy Hogg, I think they were some relation to Dorothy Wood. We used to play kick the can and rallyvo, fall out and pull each others hair, then make friends and play again. I ...see more
I was head boy for a couple of years in the mid 50's. I played rugby for the school and my younger brother David (Dai) played soccer (he died in 2004). My father was in the RAF at Leconfield.
My most vivid memory is that I lost my hair while at Longcroft and it has never grown back. I'll try and attach a pic of the old rugby team with this mail. You can see me if you Google: alan hughes 26th rafbea alrewas national memorial arboretum. Lots of luck.
My dad was a choir boy here in the late 20's and early 30's he was born in 1919.
I remember the Old Maypole that used to stand on the green, I can't remember when it was felled. It seemed huge to me so am thinking that it must have been when I was very young (born 1947). I lived in Green View at the time (now Duccot House). In the mid fifties (I think), a great trench digger was brought into the village to put mains water into the village. The pipes were stored on ...see more
My name is Alan Taylor, when I was a baby I was looked after ( unofficially adopted) in 1941 by the Bydawell family, due to problems during the war. Dad (Bill Bydawell) bought a piece of land in The Drive, Ifold and built a temporary house out of corrugated iron with two Anderson shelters either side as bedrooms - he called it Mayfair after one of his daughters, May. He was related to Connie Bailey, her dad was ...see more
My fathers side of the family (Wood) lived at Low Moor Crambe according to the Census, which is where I presume I spent a couple of holidays in the early 50' probably 52 or 53 just after my Grandfather died and before my step Grandmother moved to Whitwell on the Hill. The house was situated at the end of a village on a lane which goes down to the Railway at Barton Le Willows.
This was an ideal place for a ...see more
I lived at 11 Church Lane with my sister Anne and parents, John and Barbara Mawson, until 1978. It was my grandfather's house (William Henry Cazaly) that he bought in the 1950's and had sold it to my parents in 1965. Our house was next door to the churchyard. I remember the huge horse chestnut trees that over hung the high wall surrounding the graveyard. They were filled with cooing wood pigeons ...see more
I went to Wroxall County Primary school from approx 1970 to 1974. The old school which was on the junction of Appuldurcombe Road and the main road to Shanklin. When school finished it was a rush to get to the old bakery, which was next to the greengrocers shop you see pictured here! The baker saved his wasted cakes and pastries for the children, who would pass by gratefully for some of the lovely flaky pastry goods. ...see more
My brother and I were at school in the 60's. We are twins; Ian and Duncan. I remember Francis Wynn who did odd jobs for his keep, names remembered; Shuan Gauntlet, Mark Jarvis, Rodrick Howe, the Chandler twins, Graville Boyd and many others. We attended for 4 years and remember 'pop night', libary and snooker room, and film and music nights by Mr Fenn, beloved head master. Any seeing this, please get in touch, love to hear from you. Regards Ian McGowan. email themcgowanfamily@talktalk.net
So much and so little time; Green Top Primary School, happy days before the big move up to the Grammar School or North Eastern Road Secondary Boys. Mr Morris for metal work, Mr Snow for woodwork. Mr Colin Ella for religious studies, Mr Harrison, deputy headmaster. Music with Mr Mule, was he really ex-para? Roy Clark for science, went on to write for television 'Last of the Summer Wine. Cross country trailing ...see more
I lived on River View Park estate and by the age of 10 would cycle to the woods near Shorne village. There was an abandoned gravel workings and the area was a great place to play. We found a crane we could climb on and other machinery left amongst ponds which were full of newts! I remember sandy bottomed pools surrounded by bull rushes; we would hide our bikes in the woods, climb up a favourite tree and ...see more
Was born in front bedroom of 76 Beddington Road. Went to infants at top of road in 1956, remember the huts and playground, it's now a car park. The junior school still there just the same as it was in the fifties. Can still remember the teachers; Mrs Stevens, Mrs Robshaw, Mrs Flipping and Mr Parish. All the kids played in the street, few cars then, in an area known as 'the mountains'. Remember the toy shop ...see more
I spent many years each Easter and summer staying with my aunt and uncle who lived at 52 Main Street, a bungalow known as Woodlands which was opposite the shop and post office. I used to play with children who lived with the sisters, Misses Mainwaring, and also children called Lazenby. We used to go for walks or play by the beck part of the canal. I used ...see more
All of our family lived around the Broadway area in the 50`s. My dad had 2 brothers and 2 sisters. Sister's married names were Eaton & Calcot. My uncle, Jim Calcot, was the manager of the Red Hall cinema. We used to kid people we owned The Jolly Maltsters pub in Farm Lane even though most of the family used The Weavers. My sister, Margaret and I, went to Halford Rd school and Margaret, 4 years older than me, had ...see more
My parents, Arthur and Olga England, ran the Hostel at Drayton Parslow back in the 1960's for the London Brick Company. The Hostel was situated opposite Love Row, where the Hostel was is now known as Prospect Place. It used to be the old Naval Records base during the war and had a secret passage from Brown's to the Naval Base. Brown's was a house owned by Mr Brown and was, if ...see more
I moved to Harlow in the mid 50's from London as a 5 year old child with my mother and father, where I lived on Pittmans field. I went to school at Broadfields Juniors and then moved on to Netteswell. My first job was in the Menswear department at London Coop, in the town centre and then on to Creaseys, in Westgate. My dad was caretaker at the Technical College and my mum was manager of the babywear department ...see more
I remember this place well. The people ran it like a victorian workhouse. You wouldn't believe some of the things that went on here; when I didn't eat my dinner (I didn't like meat), I sat there ages looking at it then got sent to bed. Got up for school next day and got that cold dinner for breakfast. Went to school and yes, came home to that same dinner - I can't remember how long it went on for. I for ...see more
We moved to Langwith in 1952 and lived on Devonshire Drive - number 97 I think. I was only 3 at the time and we were only there for a year but my mother had a fish and chip shop in the front room. A man called grandad Carling used to help my mother by peeling potatoes for the chips. I think it was only open Thursdays and Fridays. Can anyone remember?
Dear All, I attended Marton from '63 to '65, great times. Duke of Edinburgh's Award and all you could eat (in half an hour!) Some teachers were great, some very cruel. Farming, gardening, litter picking etc. What a laugh, loved it! Harry (or Haz, my nick name then)
1948 and onwards; I have always lived in Leadgate - born in Ponthead or 'Shanghi' as it was known then (sorry to one of your readers who said Shanghi was the bungalows). I remember we had a sweet shop called Wintrels, it was nothing more than a little hut, but the best sweets ever. In the front street we had Co-op chemist on the corner. Then there was a little greengrocers, can't remember the name, then Squeeky ...see more
My great grandad, John Scott, was born in Harting South in 1849. He lived in East Harting St in 1881 at census time. My great great grandma was George Martin born in 1807 in South Charting. My granddad was David John Scott who also lived in Charting and worked at Uppark till they moved to Plumstead, London.
We were all around 15 years old then, and along with others I remember; Celia, Jane, Adrian and Paddy Sides. We would swim in the river opposite the Shoe Inn. Such a wonderful way and place to grow up. If any of these names wish to contact me my email is mike@jobscottage.co.uk Together I am sure the memories would come rushing back.
I can remember a POW camp just inside Boldmere Gates. The Americans used the inmates to destroy lots of things at Jubillee Hill(?) at the sand pits, when war ended. This was material from the Streetly Camp area. Lots of it was parcels from their sorting office of men who couldn't be traced, including bedding. The local women were up in arms, but the G.I's kept them back from the site by rifle point. I was 16 at that time.
I was born in Jan 1936 in Witham, where my father's family had settled in the 1790's. When I was two my parents moved into one of the new council houses at the north end of Church Street, so I went to Chipping Hill Infants School. I can remember my young mother walking me into the place in early September 1940, at the height of the Battle of Britain. Our teachers were a fiery little welsh lady named Miss Griffith ...see more
Hello Willesden Kids, I was born in Willesden, Dean Rd. in 1947. grew up there until I was about 12 -14. I remember the Davis family across the road, (particularly Janet Davis - I was sweet on her, my first love, ha ha), and my mates named Alan Shaw and Rodger Wright, who lived in Grove Road; we were good friends then. We all played in the street in those days, marbles and knock down ginger, that was fun. We also ...see more
Was a resident there from 1957 until 1960. Interested in hearing from any of the pupils that were in the school photo: Summer 1959, form 3a, Saint John's RC Secondary school. My name is Peter Durkin: peterdurkin@btinternet.com
Does anyone remember The Withoff pie shop at top of West St? I used to have a Saturday job there - it closed in the late 70's. Does anyone know what happened to the family who owned it (Lewis)?
I have many memories of Kingsbury. I was born in Kingsbury in 1955 and lived in Dorchester Way which backed onto the side of the then fire station. I attended St Bernadette's school off the Kenton Road. After recently looking at Kingsbury on Google earth I was pleased to see that not all had changed in Kingsbury having moved away in 1966. My memories of Kingsbury are the fields ...see more
My parents bought the cottage furthest from the camera in the terrace on the left in 1957; at that time I recall Miss Ansell ran the tiny Post Office and County Library combined in the house nearest the camera with the single storey shopfront to its left. Next to that lived the Chinnery sisters, two ladies well advanced in years who had lived in the cottage since they were children. They had no ...see more
I can't believe I've just found this page. I was looking at the area as my wife and I are looking at buying a pub in the bridge and I thought I'd see if the old home was still there - but stumbled on this site. It made my spine shiver and my hands tremble when I saw the pic of the place. WOW I can't believe I found it after all these years. I have wonderful memories of being here. I loved it when my family came to ...see more
Does anyone have any memories of my grandfather, William Robert Turner, who was supertindent of police in Southampton, also he was police chief when the Bargate was turned into a police station during the war. Any memories?
Also my other grandparents, Mabel and Arthur Asher, who lived on Oakley Road, Shirley, does anyone remember them?
My father was the caretaker for the Linquists` Club in Holland St from 1959 to the early 70`s, when the building (Niddry Lodge) was demolished to make way for the new Kensington town hall. We lived in The Cottage next to the lodge and the old stable was below my bedroom. The club was a school of English during the day and a social club in the evening. For 10 years, from the age of 9, I met ...see more
I was born and bred in Brentford and can remember it well from the 1970's onwards. Both of my grandparents and their families were also old Brentonians all of their lives. I have many stories from my nan and grandad of the times before I was born and have heard many of the names mentioned in other posts.
My grandad sadly died two years ago now but my nan is still around and loves ...see more
I was born in 1948 and lived in Newbiggin By the Sea a lot of my life. The cafe was called the Lido and I would spend hours in there listening to the juke box, it was the only way I could get to hear the latest pop music. The ice cream was good but my friends and I used to have a coffee as it lasted longer. Sadly the Lido is now closed, I think the last time I was in there when it was still an ice cream cafe was 2005 ish, perhaps someone can fix the date for me?
Hi, I am Linda Atkinson, nee Halford,
I was brought up on the Gypsy Lane estate, attending Woodhouse Junior school and remember the carnivals/parades held on the village green. My best friends were Nancy and Maria Churms, and Lynne Ramsey. A whole gang of us used to play out on the Green or in the street, kick can, rounders, whip and top, hide and seek, or just skipping. We would stay out from morning until our ...see more
My great great grandparents had a shoeshop and lived at no 10 Scotland Street, Ellesmere, Shropshire. Census records show Thomas and Elizabeth Williams had 6 children there, a lodger, Thomas Griffiths, a draper and a servant, Annie Jones. Thomas and Elizabeth died very young leaving the six children to go to orphanages. Elizabeth, John, Albert, Alice William and ...see more
I was living in Castle Street at number 18 when this photo was taken. I remember the hunt gathering in the car park opposite on Boxing Day and the bakers on the road down to Tungstate where mum would get me and my sister an iced bun, and playing in the castle grounds on my scooter.
I lived at Ecclesfield and I remember being taken to Cliton Park as a yearly treat aged 7. It must have been a Bank Holiday because the pool was full of kids and lots of parents sat around the edge on the steps. With it being round it was easy to get disorientated, it was scary when you looked up and your parents were not where you thought they should be. It was difficult to ...see more
Some good and some bad memories. I remember playing in the electric spinny where we were not allowed, the garden fetes were good every year. I remember shovelling coal down the hole and going on holiday to Bridlington every year and stopping in the school.
I, too, am researching my family history. My mother's cousin, Annie Holdstock, nee Kingsnorth, was a teacher at Throwley when she met her husband, Horace in the late 20s. The Holdsock family lived at Heel Farm, Throwley and I have photos from the early 30s. Annie became head of Saltwood School until her retirement. She died aged 98 in 2001.
Throwley School is no more - I am looking for a picture, but have had no luck.
Anyone help?
I remember being stationed at Bradbury Lines Barracks from 5th November 1957 until 1959 when I was moved to Woolwich prior to going to Dortmund in Germany. I courted a beautiful young Hereford girl called Joan Davies who lived on College Estate. She was naturally, a " Bulmers" girl. I absolutely loved the city. I think we used to use a cafe called Leonardo's (cos it had a juke box) and my local scrumpy joint was the 'Flower Bowl'.
Most people knew me as 'Scouse Billy'. Great days!!!
My wife worked at Weston's on leaving school any memories or photos would be appreciated.
After moving many times between Enniskillen and Liverpool, I moved to Kirkby with my mum, dad and two brothers in 1952. There were only a couple of roads finished and after living in a cramped one room, which housed the bed, the table and the fire/cooking range, we had a whole house with a garden. My three wheeled red bike, which I had got for my fourth birthday, got a good airing by my brothers. I used to ...see more
I moved to Bockleton in 1954 and lived in Leasow Cottages North which is just opposite Sid and Nancy Stone's cottage with their children Les and Edna and subsequently Bea and Richard Smith. I had already passed the eleven + and in the autumn of '54 went to King Charles 1st in Kidderminster along with Peter Feakes, whose father was the gamekeeper on the Col Prescott estate. We both lodged in ...see more
I remember staying at my uncles farm, I think his name was Jack Hope, my aunts name was Evelyn. They were really my cousins, but as they were older than me I called them Auntie and Uncle. Evelyn's mother, Sally, lived on Skellow Road and was my mother, Nellie's sister. I loved my holidays spent at the farm. They had two shops, a butchers and a general ...see more
I remember finishing at Central Secondary School in June of 1957. I played with the soccer team a few times, we wore black and red shirts. I remember the Headmaster was a Mr Harris. The Civic in Hednesford was our favourite place, we all went there on Saturday nights for the dance. All the chaps wore their best "ted" suits, and the girls looked fabulous. They all wore their best dresses. I remember my first ...see more
I was evacuated in 1940 and in 1944 and billeted to Admiral and Lady Freemantle's house named Goldcrest on the A287. Does anyone know the year when the present Goldcrest (an old people's home) was built? Is it the same house that I stayed in during WW2?
William Heath
Does anyone remember going to school with me? I would like to know how you all are.
My Aunt Freda used to run the show boat and when we went to Ponty to visit my dad, Spank Mattocks, I spent a lot of time in there. We live down south, a lot of my family lived up Chequerfield Drive and some still do. My cousin Beverley is now landlady of the pub, her mom, Joan was the first barmaid there when it opened. My Uncle Steve was a dustman and had an allotment up Chequerfield. My dad was one of 12 so ...see more
I spent a fortnight's holiday at Cleave Farm, Upottery, with my parents, sister and brother in 1968 - a wonderful holiday. The farm belonged to the Curtis family and Mr Curtis let us help bring in and milk the cows. Since it was term-time my sister and I would wait at the end of the lane for the farmer's daughter, Jane, to come home from school, and she would let us ride her pony, Starlight. One ...see more
I remember visiting my grandmother in Truro as a child, and being intrigued when she asked me if I knew what ‘Victoria, Edward and Alexandra’ were. Then she told me that the answer can be found on Truro’s great glory, its beautiful cathedral that soars sublimely over the roofs. Though it gives the impression of great antiquity, it was built between 1880 and 1909, designed by ...see more
My family moved into Darenth Road in 1960 - we were the first in our street and watched the rest of the houses being built around us. There was nothing but mud, wheelbarrows and workmen. My dad's family moved into Dryden Road in the late 30's, so our connection with Welliing and East Wickham ended when my Mum died in 2011 and when our Uncle Bon died in 2012. Our connection ...see more
Up to the age of 10 I spent many happy hours at the Ambassador, if not watching the latest film I would be found in the projection room with my father (chief projectionist) Arthur Dednum or with my mother, Doris Dednum, in the managers office who was at that time manageress. Happy days and a lot of happy memories of the Ambo, and thanks to David Morris for remembering my father, and yes, I do remember you David. David Dednum.
I remember Overdale School as I was there around 1964-1967, but of all the memories and photo's no one mentions Kenwood open air (lido) pool. Are there any photo's out there?
My grandmother was married here, as were my parents and then, as was I. I was also christened here by Reverend (later Canon) Edwards, - Rev Ed to most people who knew him, I believe!
We bought 8 Alexandra Street in November 1957, four months before we were married. In November 1959 our daughter Alison was born. People were friendly, our neighbours were kind and always on hand to help. Alison had a wonderful life exploring the surrounding area and playing with all the children - they all looked after one another. Our door was never locked, we would just pop into peoples homes ...see more
My maternal grandmother was a Mary Bridgeland, born to Henry Bridgeland and Delia (formerly Quaife), in Catsfield, 12 Feb. 1872. She always said she lived in 'The White House', Catsfield.
She married Frederick Osborn,an 'outside porter' from Prospect Place, Hastings, on April 26th. 1892. Any contact with any relative would be gratefully received as my early life (my father died when I was 15 ...see more
I am wondering if anyone remembers a student of St Albans Road Infants School and subsequently York Road Primary School by the name of Patrick Mackay? He would have attended from 1959 through the early 60's and went on to commit several horrific murders. I am currently producing a documentary on the subject and would really welcome speaking with anyone who has any memories of Patrick Mackay. I can be contacted on 01752 727528 or via email on greg.goff@twofour.co.uk. Many thanks.
My grandmother lived at 'Staddle Stone', Portishead and I am trying to find where her house may have been; it overlooked the channel. Can anyone help me please..
My great grand father was named William Clatworthy, from the town of Clatworthy. He migrated to the USA some time in the 19th century. I know that he was a minister and sometimes a baker. That's about all I know. I was hoping to save some images of the town of Clatworthy for my mother.
In my mind I'm thinking back in the year 2004. Where I had a sentinel picture of me wearing a white judo suit with an orange belt. In a group photograph with friends - I'm very young and I've got blonde short hair, and I think I might be standing at the front of the picture. The bloke who taught us judo was Dave Small (also known as Sensi Dave). The picture was taken ...see more
Whilst being at either Parkside ot North Bromsgrove school my poor mom came face to face with a bull. It had escaped from the slaughter house! I also remember there being a bullet lodged in the side of the church. I wonder if it is still there.
I was very happy in Shorwell School and going to Chapel on Sundays, and going on Chapel outings. Then paly with my friends at school and at weekends. It was a very nice place to grow up, it changed after I left school. I hope someone will remember me. I am now living in Southampton, I have been here since 1967, when I got married - I am now divorced. But I have met someone very special - he is my knight. I am very happy now since 1990.
Central news recently covered 50 years since the big freeze of 1963; they showed my father driving his old Willys Jeep on the frozen Washing Pool above Witley Court. A local viewer saw that edition of Central news and spotted the jeep that he now owns; yes, it is the actual jeep that is on the dvd I have. I was contacted by the viewer via this site, and I have since been reunited with the jeep, and ...see more
I was born in London in 1937 and moved to Days Lane, Pilgrims Hatch in that year,so all my childhood years were spent around the Pilgrims Hatch area. Dad was always sharp of the mark and a couple of steps ahead so foresaw the coming war and got his family out of Kilburn and harms way into the countryside, or so he thought. Just along a wooded Lane from us was Hatch Road and there stood a very large ...see more
My friends and I would spend hours at Mayford Park in the 80's. We would sit in the field smoking our silk cut and sipping cider. Also went to Brownies and Guides at Mayford village hall and had my 21st birthday party here too. Happy, happy days.
First visit in 1957 - tonsils out, next time in 1959 - a broken arm. Then I had my two children there in 1970 & 1974. It was too small for my appendicitis; they took me to Farnham for that in 1961 and put me in the women's ward.
This picture was taken before they put the railings round the pond. One Sunday on my way home from Sunday School at Christchurch, I was feeding the ducks and my Bible flew out of my hand. I tore the back of my leg on the barbed wire on top of the iron railings as I climbed over to get it back. The fair came to the park and there was a wonderful playground at the top and the Hero's shrine at the St Michael's end. The bowling green and tennis courts were at that end too.
Can remember most of the shops in this part of the street. My father worked in the shop beyond the Wimpy Bar - Lascelles fishmongers. Fred the butchers, Lanes ice-cream, the Hot Oven, Hall & Warner, the herbalist, Keens newsagents, the Camera shop, the entrance to the Market what memories this brings back!
Learned to swim here but never went down the slide (too scared of heights), but would swim until I was wrinked.
