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Milestones in Rock ‘n’ Roll History: Rock Island Line
In our new series of feature articles, Milestones in Rock ‘n’ Roll History, former Guildford journalist Dave Reading begins with a song that inspired a generation of musicians, including the…
Surrey Postcard Club Always Welcomes New Members
Collecting old picture postcards is a popular pastime, especially for anyone interested in local, social, family history and more. The Surrey Postcard Club welcomes new members and hosts interesting speakers…
Where Is This? No.286
By David Rose The building pictured in the previous post was Ye Olde Malt House, and was situated in the Street, Shalford, nearly opposite the Seahorse pub. Well done to those…
Wolf Cubs Celebrate Two Birthdays – But What Year Was It?
Lying hidden in a box were these press cutting of the 9th Guildford (Congregational) Wolf Cub pack celebrating its 38th anniversary and the 50th birthday of its cubmaster, a Mr…
A Peek Inside Holy Trinity’s Bell Tower On Ringers’ Practice Night
By David Rose The sound of church bells ringing out is part of the culture and heritage of Britain. But how often do we give a thought of what actually…
Where Is This? No.285
By David Rose The old photos featured in the previous post of houses whose location is unknown proved rather difficult for readers to identify. Not surprising really, as they may…
Winter Steam Trains Take To The Tracks
By Bob McShee There was been plenty of stream train activity in the local area over the past weekend. UK Railtours arranged a steam train trip on Saturday, February 10 using…
Where Is This? No.284
By David Rose Some excellent replies to the previous mystery pictures, with plenty of details of what can be seen in the two vintage images that I think were taken…
Were You At Guildford or Godalming To See This Special Train in 1959?
Back in 1959 Guildford railway station and Godalming Goods Yard witnessed a special train to celebrate the centenary of the Portsmouth Direct Route. Were you at either of the locations,…
Notice: David Rose’s Free Talk – Holy Trinity Steps A Silent Witness To Guildford’s Past
It may sound like an unusual topic for one of David Rose’s well known illustrated local history talks – Holy Trinity Steps A Silent Witness To Guildford’s Past. However, he will…
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