The Village, Wilmslow, England
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The Village, Wilmslow, England
The Village, Wilmslow, Cheshire, England. The postcard says Wilmslow in white ink bottom left. I m pretty sure all these buildings have been long since demolished. The street is leading onto a main junction, and picture two shows a large building in the distance with shops at its corner, also presumed long gone - but might help with the exact loaction.. Date: 1904
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Bottom Cheshire Corner Demolished Distance Exact Junction Leading Main Wilmslow Presumed Shows
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1904: A Glimpse into the Past of Wilmslow, Cheshire, England This black-and-white postcard, dated 1904, offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of The Village in Wilmslow, Cheshire, England. The image depicts a quaint street scene, with buildings lined along both sides and a cobblestone road leading towards a main junction. The white ink at the bottom left of the postcard reads "Wilmslow," providing a clear indication of the location. Despite the charm and beauty of the scene, it is a reminder of a past long gone. The buildings in the photograph, with their intricate architectural details and quaint facades, have all been demolished over the years. The street, once bustling with activity, now exists only in the memories of those who lived there. In the distance, a large building with shops at its corner can be seen. This structure, too, has presumably met the same fate as the others, adding to the sense of nostalgia and loss. The exact location of this scene is not definitively known, but the large building and shops at the corner may help in identifying it. This postcard offers a unique window into the past, allowing us to imagine the daily life and community that once thrived in Wilmslow over a century ago. It serves as a reminder of the ever-changing nature of our towns and villages and the importance of preserving their histories for future generations.
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