Brandon and District

This collection of photographs and postcards from the Brandon & Byshottles Parish Archive will recall many memories from the past and give the reader a nostalgic glimpse of life in the colliery villages that make up the Brandon District.
Commencing with a tour of the area, the author portrays the community with sections on its people, sporting heroes and schooldays. The Miners’ Galas from the past are recalled and the district’s collieries are also featured. The social fabric of the area is well documented and culminates with a section of photographs on more recent historic occasions.
As the pages are turned, readers many find familiar faces of friends and family members, or discover themselves in one of the photographs.
Brandon and District has seen many changes over the years but has always retained its community spirit, proud traditions and customs, and a mining heritage second to none.

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