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Villagers of Royston, Hertfordshire, are up in arms because of a rearrangement of county
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Villagers of Royston, Hertfordshire, are up in arms because of a rearrangement of county
Villagers of Royston, Hertfordshire, are up in arms because of a rearrangement of county boundaries may cut them off from Hertfordshire and put them in the new county embracing Cambridgeshire, Huntingdonshire, the Isle of Ely and the Soke of Peterborough. This would mean an increase in rates as well as no longer being a North Hertfordshire town, which they have been for centuries. 27th May 1960
Geoffrey Day
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Royston
Hertfordshire
England
DM M4230
Media ID 21822142
© Mirrorpix
1960 Hertfordshire Village Coach And Horses Royston
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This vintage print captures the essence of a small village in Royston, Hertfordshire, during a time of great concern and uproar. The villagers are seen gathered outside an old inn on Kneesworth Street, engaged in animated discussions. Their discontent stems from an impending rearrangement of county boundaries that threatens to sever their ties with Hertfordshire. For centuries, Royston has proudly identified itself as a North Hertfordshire town. However, this proposed change would place them within the new county encompassing Cambridgeshire, Huntingdonshire, the Isle of Ely, and the Soke of Peterborough. This shift not only carries emotional significance but also practical implications for the villagers. The looming alteration brings forth worries about increased rates and potential loss of identity as a North Hertfordshire town. These concerns have ignited passionate debates among community members who fear losing their historical roots and facing financial burdens. Geoffrey Day's photograph freezes this moment in time - capturing both the physical setting with its charming coach and horses inn and the underlying tension felt by these villagers. It serves as a poignant reminder of how changes to geographical boundaries can deeply impact individuals' lives and communities' sense of belonging. As we delve into this snapshot from May 27th, 1960 - part of our rich history preserved by Memory Lane Prints - we are reminded that even seemingly small alterations can evoke strong emotions when they threaten long-standing traditions and identities.
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