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Stage Coaches at "The Green"Erdington, near Birmingham c1830
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Stage Coaches at "The Green"Erdington, near Birmingham c1830
This is a magnificent action image from days gone bye of two stage coaches at the " The Green" in the village of Erdington, near Birmingham. The old workhouse is one of the buildings that can be identified in the picture, later demolished to make way for the Erdington Public Library. The coaching route ran from Lichfield to Birmingham passing through Sutton Coldfield and Erdington, skirting Aston and then on to Birmingham, each coach having to pass through many " Toll Gates" on the way. One of the tolls was at the Green in Erdington. This image has been re-mastered from a rare original print and set in a title frame by Mapseeker
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This print takes us back in time to the bustling village of Erdington, near Birmingham, around 1830. The image showcases a magnificent action scene featuring two stage coaches at "The Green" a significant landmark in this historic area. As we delve into the details, one can spot various buildings that defined the landscape during that era. Notably, the old workhouse stands tall among them, an architectural gem later replaced by the iconic Erdington Public Library. Immersing ourselves in history, we learn about the coaching route that connected Lichfield and Birmingham via Sutton Coldfield and Erdington. These horse-drawn carriages would skirt Aston before finally reaching their destination in Birmingham. Along this arduous journey, each coach had to navigate through numerous toll gates scattered along the way. The focal point of this remarkable image is undoubtedly "The Green" toll gate in Erdington—a place where travelers would pause to pay their dues before continuing on their adventurous journeys. This rare original print has been meticulously re-mastered by Mapseeker and beautifully set within a title frame. As we gaze upon this snapshot from days gone by, it serves as a poignant reminder of our rich heritage and how transportation has evolved over time. Let us cherish these glimpses into history as they transport us back to an era when stage coaches ruled the roads and villages like Erdington were bustling hubs of activity.
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