From its imposing vantage point high on the ridge of a hill, the town of Llantrisant has seen many changes in its long history. Bloodthirsty battles, uprisings, royal scandals and world-famous events have all played a part in shaping the vibrant town of today, as have the generations of people who have lived and worked there. This fascinating collection of old images explores the history of Llantrisant. With accompanying text, the reader is taken on a journey through the town, exploring the streets and lanes, houses, schools, churches and workplaces. We meet many of the local, sometimes eccentric, characters along the way, learning about everyday life, culture and the traditions that have made this town a jewel in the crown of South Wales. Royal charters, victorious archers, captured kings, Norman invasions and Lord Mayors of London all form part of the town s historic charm. Llantrisant From Old Photographs offers a nostalgic and valuable record of the past, and for newcomers it will provide an understanding of how the community has evolved and why the place is so well loved by residents and visitors alike.
This fascinating volume of old images traces some of the development in Woking during the 1920s and early 1930s. Drawn from the archive of Woking photographer Sidney Francis, this collection of over 200 photographs, many never before published, highlights some of the important events that have occurred in the town during this time, including rare views of Woking Football Club, specialist Motor Bodies, officials at Brookwood cemetery and visitors to Woking Mosque. Accompanied by supporting text, each image offers a period glimpse into the past, sure to appeal to those who wish to recall a bygone age, whilst ensuring that the legacy of Sidney Francis will not be forgotten.
Covering an area of 50km2 and with a large scale of 1:25, 000, this map has the familiar look and style of OS mapping, with improved coverage of the featured areas. Aimed at outdoor enthusiasts in particular, the level of details ensures nothing gets missed and you won't get lost.
A rich blend of history and spirituality, adventure and politics, laced with the thread of black comedy familiar to readers of William Dalrymple's previous work. In AD 587, two monks, John Moschos and Sophronius the Sophist, embarked on an extraordinary journey across the Byzantine world, from the shores of the Bosphorus to the sand dunes of Egypt. Their aim: to collect the wisdom of the sages and mystics of the Byzantine East before their fragile world shattered under the eruption of Islam. Almost 1500 years later, using the writings of John Moschos as his guide, William Dalrymple set off to retrace their footsteps. Taking in a civil war in Turkey, the ruins of Beirut, the tensions of the West Bank and a fundamentalist uprising in Egypt, William Dalrymple's account is a stirring elegy to the dying civilisation of Eastern Christianity.
Deatils: Okehampton, a settlement where two moorland rivers meet was an ideal stopping place on the way to Cornwall for travellers. This market town sits under Dartmoor's northern edge and has a wonderful history. Here Paul Rendell has picked some photographs which tell part of this history including the military, the railway, and of course the shops. There are some fine buildings like the town hall and a lovely riverside park. This pictorial record helps the reader to learn the history of this market town of Okehampton which has witnessed many changes over the years. The biggest changes have been in the last few years as more houses are being built. Our history is getting lost so enjoy looking back. Ideal for: People interested in local history or that have live in this part of the country. This paperback book has 96 pages and measures: 23 x 16 x 1cm
Covering an area of 50km^2 and with a large scale of 1:25, 000, this map has the familiar look and style of OS mapping, with improved coverage of the featured areas. Aimed at outdoor enthusiasts in particular, the level of details ensures nothing gets missed and you won't get lost.
Covering an area of 50km^2 and with a large scale of 1:25, 000, this map has the familiar look and style of OS mapping, with improved coverage of the featured areas. Aimed at outdoor enthusiasts in particular, the level of details ensures nothing gets missed and you won't get lost.
Covering an area of 50km^2 and with a large scale of 1:25, 000, this map has the familiar look and style of OS mapping, with improved coverage of the featured areas. Aimed at outdoor enthusiasts in particular, the level of details ensures nothing gets missed and you won't get lost.
One of a brand new range of 30 AA sheet maps utilising the 1:25, 000 data supplied by the Ordnance Survey. The maps have the familiar look and style of OS mapping, with improved coverage of the featured areas. Aimed at outdoor enthusiasts in particular, the level of the details ensures nothing gets missed and you won't get lost.
Covering an area of 50km^2 and with a large scale of 1:25, 000, this map has the familiar look and style of OS mapping, with improved coverage of the featured areas. Aimed at outdoor enthusiasts in particular, the level of details ensures nothing gets missed and you won't get lost.
This is a land shrouded in mystery, myth and legend evoking images of ancient stone circles, white chalk horses carved into the hillside, crop circles and the forbidden, empty landscape of Salisbury Plain. Wiltshere is where the great British landscape opens out and rural England begins with the beautiful charm of its countryside, expansive chalk landscapes of the Marlborough and Pewsey downs and Cranborne Chase inspire a sense of space and freedom, offering miles upon miles of uninterrupted views deep into Dorset, Somerset and the Cotswolds. In this fantastic guide you will find the very best way to explore Wiltshere, 50 themed walks each with its very own fascinating background read, clear and easy-to-follow directions for every walk with gradings of difficultly and ascent, information on what you must see while you are there with highly recommended places to eat and drink and a special guide for dog owners for the very best places they should walk.
Discover a host of restless ghosts and dark legends with this comprehensive guide. Drawing on both ancient myths and modern accounts, it is packed with chilling tales and unsolved enigmas. From Cornwall to the Scottish Islands, each region reveals its character as the tales of spectral highwaymen, headless queens and demonic lairds unfold. Illustrated with spectacular photographs, this book is a superb armchair read as well as touring companion.