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Recent content by Andy from Panks

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    Bakery shops

    Hi all I can confirm Harper Harris were above Gregory Panks on the top floor.
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    Bakery shops

    No it could have been chip shop next door
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    Bakery shops

    We were 86/87
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    Bakery shops

    Now that is very interesting to me. I would love to see a picture if anyone has one. Thanks for the info.
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    Bakery shops

    Can anyone think of a chain of bakery shops back in the 70s other then braggs,Gregg's,and firkins please
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    Pubs Of The Past

    The Roebuck what a stunning building
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    Gregory Pank Hardware Shop Digbeth

    Hi friend I'm there on Friday from 9.30am for a couple of hours if you want take a look .
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    Gregory Pank Hardware Shop Digbeth

    Gp plastics had the rear of the shop and their name came from Gregory Pank hence GP. I believe they started there at the beginning of Tony Wisemans time there late 60's early 70's.
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    Gregory Pank Hardware Shop Digbeth

    No mate don't want it back we just need to rule out those people been linked to the wisemans
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    Gregory Pank Hardware Shop Digbeth

    If anyone should fancy a look tomorrow at 1.30 PM for an hour or so then message me on 07981 998357. I'm taking some people on a tour of the shop and its history tomorrow and I welcome anyone that's interested.
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    Gregory Pank Hardware Shop Digbeth

    Step shaft in cellar
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    Gregory Pank Hardware Shop Digbeth

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    Gregory Pank Hardware Shop Digbeth

    They are truly and theyve been sat in a dirty environment in the same place for so long. I used a tooth brush and a vacuum to clean them then a slash of WD40.
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    Gregory Pank Hardware Shop Digbeth

    Scales from Panks that weighed the nails , nuts and bolts for at least 40yrs.
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    Gregory Pank Hardware Shop Digbeth

    Thanks Lyn.
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