The weary traveller passing through Middleton in days of old would have witnessed a more pastoral, idyllic scene that we can only imagine. Just what kind of reception would one have been greeted with when stopping off at Ye Olde Boar's Head back in the 1700s? Was it a stern set of 'rules of the inn' or a warm, hearty welcome to the town when the pace of life was much slower and the streets were devoid of the traffic and crowds we see today? The advent of photography brought scenes as they were from the mid-1800s onwards, demonstrating a true reflection of life on the streets. Many of these early captured scenes have been transformed beyond recognition but a surprising number remain relatively untouched. This book follows a journey of exploration, meandering from north to south, to look at just how much or how little has changed in Middleton Through Time.

About the Author
Colette Wagstaffe is well known in Middleton for her work on the town's community website entitled 'Middletonia'. With an interest in history, and in particular the history of buildings and architecture, Colette writes many articles on her website in order to inform residents and visitors about the town, and to share her interest in the community's culture. She has been researching the history of the town's architecture for over fifteen years. Colette, through her interest in computer programming and photography, is also a keen advocate of digitising historical memorabilia for the benefit and research of the wider community.


Book Information
ISBN 9781445616476
Author Colette Wagstaffe
Format Paperback
Page Count 96
Imprint Amberley Publishing
Publisher Amberley Publishing
Weight(grams) 302g