City Centre Photographs

[oldMohawk]

I remember when the city centre looked like this in the 1970s. We had to dodge the traffic while we shopped ...

 

[A Sparks]

My bus home, the number 16!

 

[Bob Davis]

I remember when the city centre looked like this in the 1970s. We had to dodge the traffic while we shopped ...
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I wonder if Ken & Sue are still together.

Bob

 

[devonjim]

But we couldn't dodge the fumes!

 

[A Sparks]

I wonder if Ken & Sue are still together.

Bob

I didn't notice that!!

 

[Morturn]

I wonder if Ken & Sue are still together.

Bob

I thought the same too, lol. Love the go faster stripes.

 

[paul stacey]

I had left in early 60's but I recognized the scene straight away, wonderful, thanks for posting. Paul

 

[paul stacey]

IS that a 69, Vauxhall Velux?? Paul

 

[Bob Davis]

IS that a 69, Vauxhall Velux?? Paul

No Ford Cortina, wondered if it was the souped up 1600.
Bob

 

[Smudger]

But we couldn't dodge the fumes!

They put lead in the petrol back then. That and the smog we used to get, it`s a miracle we survived past 21.

 

[oldMohawk]

I wonder if Ken & Sue are still together.

Bob

Ken and Sue have been on the BHF before where I was speculating about them and possible engagement ...

A nostalgic impression of 1970s New St/Corporation St ... memories of young couples showing their names on car windscreens. Ken speeds away from the lights in his Cortina with Sue in the passenger seat. Ken might be thinking about having some 'go-faster' stripes on the bonnet and roof of his rather nice car, while Sue could be thinking about engagement rings she had spotted in Perry Greaves while they were waiting at the lights ...

 

[paul stacey]

I thought at first Mk 2 Cortina, but it looked to wide, more like a Vauxhall, but on second glance, yes Mk2 Cortina, its the angle of the photo makes it look wider. Sorry to go off Piste. Paul

 

[Bob Davis]

They put lead in the petrol back then. That and the smog we used to get, it`s a miracle we survived past 21.

and the cigarettes we smoked!!!!!! 21/, LUCKY TO GET TO 18. Sorry slipped off the track then

 

[Vivienne14]

Hope Len and Sue’s relationship lasted and the stickers weren’t stuck with Goriilla Glue (just in case). Bit risky ! Viv.

 

[DavidGrain]

Could be that Sue learned to drive and objected to being called Ken.

 

[Williamstreeter]

I remember when the city centre looked like this in the 1970s. We had to dodge the traffic while we shopped ...
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Where's the furry dice ?

 

[oldMohawk]

A nice city centre photo.

It's the 1920s and they sit on the Chamberlain Fountain. Two of them have complete foxes draped over their shoulders !

 

[DavidGrain]

Fox furs lasted until the 1950s and when I was clearing the house of a great aunt, I found one. To me as a child I thought they were horible as some had the legs dangling down.

 

[mikejee]

My mother used hers to make a very soft furry collar for my anorak, without the legs

 

[rosie]

Nan gave me her fox-fur, I used to wear it in the 60's when it was the fashion. i've still got her fur coat too but I will never wear either of them again. I just like to remember her wearing the coat.
(She's the bride in my avatar!)
rosie.

 

[Tinpot]

Yes! Fox furs and feather boas purchased in the rag market. Alongside second hand old crepe dresses, cut on the bias, that were made in 30's .

 

[Susan shaw]

Yes! Fox furs and feather boas purchased in the rag market. Alongside second hand old crepe dresses, cut on the bias, that were made in 30's .

Oh my word, I am going to love this thread I have just found. I am smiling so much my face hurts and I have only looked at a few pages. The photos are fab, thank you all. Sue

 

[oldMohawk]

Oh my word, I am going to love this thread I have just found. I am smiling so much my face hurts and I have only looked at a few pages. The photos are fab, thank you all. Sue

You might find some pics to smile at in the thread below .... it all started when I saw a bloke pushing a pram in 1940 ...

They Were Caught In Our Old Street Pics...

A light hearted look at some of our old street pics. I enjoy looking at the buildings but often see a pic with people in it and find myself trying to imagine what they were doing, and what they were thinking .... Some photos are links to other member's posts and will not be visible unless you...

birminghamhistory.co.uk

 

[Susan shaw]

You might find some pics to smile at in the thread below .... it all started when I saw a bloke pushing a pram in 1940 ...

They Were Caught In Our Old Street Pics...

A light hearted look at some of our old street pics. I enjoy looking at the buildings but often see a pic with people in it and find myself trying to imagine what they were doing, and what they were thinking .... Some photos are links to other member's posts and will not be visible unless you...

birminghamhistory.co.uk

Hi oldMohawk, Thank you so much for the link, will enjoy this thread I am sure. Great photo. Funnily enough I know the Beeches pub and the surrounding area. Obviously a bit different in modern day, in more ways than one. Regards Sue

 

[carolina]

Throwing coins into the fountain for the Lord Mayor's fund. 1955

 

[Bob Hughes]

The stamp dealer on Needless Alley was The Norfolk Stamp Co

I remember this shop in the 70s & 80s as West End Stamps run by Simon - who still sells at shows in Dorridge and the Irish Centre

My late father, Stewart Hughes, initially owned the West End Stamp Co after taking it over from the Norfolk Stamp Co, and sold the business to Simon I believe in the early 1980's. He is visible in the attached 1974 photo.

 

[Bob Hughes]

It's the stamp dealer in Needless Alley that I remember.
I can't remember the name but I'm sure it'll come to me eventually.

The West End Stamp Co. My late father owned the business.

 

[Bob Hughes]

Yes I recall it as well - often looked int he window but never really got into collecting after my first album.

The one in the Needless Alley was the West End Stamp Co. that was owned by my late father, Stewart Hughes.

 

[Limes]

Picture I took circa 2007. Canon Street, with my mother and two of my children in frame.

 

[Limes]

Radisson blu/smallbrook queensway seen from the 16th floor of the rotunda on new year's day 2018