‘Morris house’ on the corner of Banister Road and The Avenue
Is that a petrol pump in front? Bevois Mount History Southampton 9 May at 11:58 · On the corner of Banister Road and the Avenue.
read moreA fascinating walk by the old Ford factory
A fascinating walk by the old Ford factory. SEE Southampton 9 May at 09:31 · These last few weeks have meant that I have explored our local area on foot and as a consequence have made some pleasant and interesting discoveries. I always try to have...
read moreSome of the animals and birds that were kept in Southampton Zoo from 1961 to 1985 but in very poor living conditions that would not be acceptable today
This is a glimpse of some of the animals and birds that were kept in Southampton Zoo from 1961 to 1985, but in very poor living conditions that would not have been tolerated today. youtube.com Southampton Zoo 1961- 85 In the ‘80s the living...
read moreSouthampton Tram routes
Corporation tramways in Bassett and Portswood are clearer than those in the city centre! SEE Southampton 20 hrs · Tram routes.
read moreThese two gable ends are above shops at the Swaythling end of Portswood Road
Any idea which shops? SEE Southampton Yesterday at 04:57 · These two gable ends are above shops at the Swaythling end of Portswood Road. I am not sure what the initials stand for but the plaster work is very ornate and they each have an interesting...
read moreAerial views of where Southampton Zoon used to be
Bevois Mount History Southampton 23 hrs · A plan of the zoo and an aerial view of where it was located.
read moreCobden Bridge was opened by the first woman Mayor of Southampton!
This is some interesting background on the first woman Mayor of Southampton who opened Cobden Bridge, and the difficulties of a woman holding such a role at the time. SEE Southampton Yesterday at 05:09 · The new bridge at St Denys was opened during...
read moreThe Model Village of St Denys
In 1851, because of overcrowding in the town’s slums, the model village of St Denys was born, built around St Denys Priory. All homes were 6 roomed, semi detached houses. Read all the background here! SEE Southampton Yesterday at 04:53 · The...
read moreThe obelisk like monument for Thomas Watson in Southampton Old Cemetery
Very grand! SEE Southampton Yesterday at 11:35 · Thomas Watson must have been quite a man. This an obelisk like monument on his grave in the old cemetery.
read moreTram tacks being laid at Stag Gates
More on Southampton’s trams. Bevois Mount History Southampton 3 May at 14:54 · Tram tracks being laid at Stag Gates.
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