Scunthorpe Collection

Scunthorpe Iron Works
Iron-smelting works at Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire, England

Postcode Sector Map sheet 18 Humberside and North East Midlands
This Postcode Sector Map (sheet 18) displays all of the first part of the postcode and the first number of the second part, or Inward Code, (eg EX20 3) for Humberside & the north east Midlands

Sugg Sports and Radio, High Street, Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire, 1960. The High Street branch of Sugg Sports in Scunthorpe, showing some electrical goods and adverts to either rent or buy

Shirt pressing at a commercial laundry in Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire, 1965. Artist
Shirt pressing at a commercial laundry in Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire, 1965. Female workers using large industrial shirt presses

Barber shop, Scunthorpe
A traditional gents barber trims a customer while another one waits his turn in a barbers shop, Scunthorope, Lincolnshire. First published in The Sunday Times Date: 1988

Scunthorpe England Skyline
Michael Tompsett

Belton near Scunthorpe early 1900's

Keadby Docks near Scunthorpe early 1900s

Scunthorpe High Street probably 1920s

Scunthorpe Frodingham Iron and Steel Works early 1900s

Scunthorpe High Street, early 1900s

Frodingham Iron and Steel Works, Scunthorpe, early 1900s

Nurse with a child and mother on a children?s ward at Scunthorpe General Hospital. The nurse is Mr Myles, DNE School of Nursing, Scunthorpe General Hospital. Date: circa 1985

North Lincolnshire DN15 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of North Lincolnshire DN15 6

Early 1960s Austin LD high top van (mobile Shop), Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire, 1965. A van belonging to the Scunthorpe Co-operative Society (SCS). 498 FFM was used as a mobie shop by the SCS

Mini van being washed in a car wash, Co-op garage, Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire, 1965. An Austin Mini van from the North Lindsey Water Board stands in the car wash at the Co-op Garage in Scunthorpe in

High Street, Burton upon Stather, Lincolnshire
High Street, Burton upon Stather, Scunthorpe, near Crosby, Lincolnshire, England. Date: 1910s

Normanby Hall, Normanby, Lincolnshire
Normanby Hall, Normanby, Scunthorpe, near Winterton, Lincolnshire, England. Date: 1900s

The Chapel, Wrawby, Lincolnshire
The Chapel, Wrawby, Brigg, near Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire, England. Date: 1900s

Cross Street, Crowle, Scunthorpe, England
Cross Street, Crowle, Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire, England. Date: 1910s

The Village, Newport, Yorkshire
The Village, Newport, Goole, near Scunthorpe, Yorkshire, England. Showing Horse & Trap Date: 1900s

Muscovy Duck (Cairina moschata forma domestica) introduced feral species, two adults, standing in shallow water with reflection, Ashby Ville Lake, Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire, England, January

Isartal cargo ship unloading at docks, River Trent, Flixborough, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, England, january

The Corus steel works at Scunthorpe on Englands East coast
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

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Scunthorpe, a town steeped in industrial history and picturesque landscapes. From the iconic Scunthorpe Iron Works to the charming streets of High Street, this Lincolnshire gem has seen it all. In 1960, Sugg Sports and Radio stood proudly on High Street, serving as a hub for sports enthusiasts and radio aficionados. The bustling atmosphere captured the essence of Scunthorpe's vibrant community. Transporting us back to 1965, we witness the meticulous artistry of shirt pressing at a commercial laundry in Scunthorpe. The skilled hands of an artist ensured that every garment was perfectly crisp and ready for wear. Gazing upon the Scunthorpe England Skyline today reveals a blend of modernity and tradition. It stands as a testament to how this town has evolved over time while still honoring its rich heritage. Venturing beyond the town center, we find ourselves immersed in Belton near Scunthorpe during the early 1900s. A snapshot frozen in time captures both tranquility and simplicity against an idyllic backdrop. Keadby Docks near it also played a significant role during this era. These docks served as vital transportation links for goods flowing through the region, contributing to its economic growth. Stepping into yesteryears' hustle and bustle, we stroll along Scunthorpe High Street probably in the 1920s. Crowded with shops and people going about their daily lives, it encapsulates an era filled with energy and excitement. The Frodingham Iron and Steel Works dominated early 1900s' landscape - an emblematic symbol of industrial might that put Scunthorpe on the map. Its towering structures stand tall amidst billowing smokestacks; echoes of progress reverberating throughout history. As we delve deeper into nostalgia, another glimpse emerges from the early 1900s.