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Burnley Collection (#9)

"Burnley: A Rich Tapestry of History, Football, and Industry" Nestled in the heart of Lancashire, a town that boasts a rich tapestry of history, football fervor

Background imageBurnley Collection: Burnley tram driver Charlie Nelson, possibly 1920s

Burnley tram driver Charlie Nelson, possibly 1920s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Single deck tram, Burnley, early 1900s

Single deck tram, Burnley, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Decorated illuminated Coronation tram, Burnley

Decorated illuminated Coronation tram, Burnley

Background imageBurnley Collection: Trams and buses in Burnley in 1936

Trams and buses in Burnley in 1936

Background imageBurnley Collection: Leeds and Liverpool Canal aqueduct, Burnley

Leeds and Liverpool Canal aqueduct, Burnley
Leeds and Liverpool Canal aqueduct, Yorkshire Street, Burnley, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Old and new Leeds and Liverpool Canal aqueducts, Burnley

Old and new Leeds and Liverpool Canal aqueducts, Burnley
Old and new Leeds and Liverpool Canal aqueducts, Yorkshire Street, Burnley

Background imageBurnley Collection: Queue for buses in Burnley, probably Wakes Week

Queue for buses in Burnley, probably Wakes Week, possibly 1930s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Burnley steam tram, Lancashire, early 1900s

Burnley steam tram, Lancashire, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Bus cinema advertisement, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Bus cinema advertisement, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Single deck electric tram, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Single deck electric tram, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Mitre, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Mitre, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: St. James Street, Burnley, early 1900s

St. James Street, Burnley, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Bull Inn, Burnley, early 1900s

Bull Inn, Burnley, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Burnley Market Hall, circa 1870

Burnley Market Hall, circa 1870

Background imageBurnley Collection: Shooting Gallery, Market Street, Burnley, early 1900s

Shooting Gallery, Market Street, Burnley, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Old Red Lion Inn, Burnley, early 1900s

Old Red Lion Inn, Burnley, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Hall Street, Burnley, early 1900s

Hall Street, Burnley, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Street cleaning, Standish Street, Burnley, early 1900s

Street cleaning, Standish Street, Burnley, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Jim Redford engine driver, Burnley, Victorian period

Jim Redford engine driver, Burnley, Victorian period

Background imageBurnley Collection: Hot Peas Saloon, Cattle Market, Burnley, early 1900s

Hot Peas Saloon, Cattle Market, Burnley, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Burnley Fire Brigade, early 1900s

Burnley Fire Brigade, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Old Rosegrove Railway Station, Burnley, early 1900s

Old Rosegrove Railway Station, Burnley, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Manchester Road, Burnley, Victorian period

Manchester Road, Burnley, Victorian period Date: 1890s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Old Sparrow Hawk Inn, Burnley, early 1900s

Old Sparrow Hawk Inn, Burnley, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Cheap John's Bazaar, Hammerton Street, Burnley, early 1900s

Cheap John's Bazaar, Hammerton Street, Burnley, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Sabden Treacle Miners procession float, possibly 1930s

Sabden Treacle Miners procession float, possibly 1930s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Canal, Finsleygate, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Canal, Finsleygate, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Howe Street, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Howe Street, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Coffee Tavern Restaurant, Bridge Street, Burnley, Lancashire

Coffee Tavern Restaurant, Bridge Street, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Hebrew Road, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Hebrew Road, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Dick Boys shop, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Dick Boys shop, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Corner of Howe Street, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Corner of Howe Street, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Jubilee Day Parade, Burnley, Lancashire in 1897

Jubilee Day Parade, Burnley, Lancashire in 1897

Background imageBurnley Collection: White Horse Hotel, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

White Horse Hotel, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Bank Top Railway Station, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Bank Top Railway Station, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Collapse of Cheshire's shop, Burnley, Lancashire

Collapse of Cheshire's shop, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Bank of England shop, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Bank of England shop, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: King's Mill, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

King's Mill, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Red Lion Street, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Red Lion Street, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Royal Oak Hotel, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Royal Oak Hotel, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Clock Face Inn, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Clock Face Inn, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Workman, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Workman, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Circus parade, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Circus parade, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Burnley street scene, Lancashire, early 1900s

Burnley street scene, Lancashire, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Bull Hotel, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Bull Hotel, Burnley, Lancashire, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Burnley panorama, Lancashire, early 1900s

Burnley panorama, Lancashire, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Burnley Town Hall, Lancashire, early 1900s

Burnley Town Hall, Lancashire, early 1900s

Background imageBurnley Collection: Portsmouth Railway Station between Todmorden and Burnley

Portsmouth Railway Station between Todmorden and Burnley, early 1900s




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"Burnley: A Rich Tapestry of History, Football, and Industry" Nestled in the heart of Lancashire, a town that boasts a rich tapestry of history, football fervor, and industrial heritage. From its iconic Turf Moor Art to the remnants of Bank Hall Colliery's mining past, this town has stories to tell. Football enthusiasts will remember the thrilling clash between Brighton and Hove Albion and Burnley in the Sky Bet Championship on 8th March 2016. The electric atmosphere at Turf Moor was palpable as fans cheered their teams on with unwavering passion. Burnley's football legacy extends beyond that memorable match. The clash between Burnley and Liverpool left spectators breathless as both teams fought fiercely for victory. Michael Kightly's performance during Wolves vs Burnley on 8th November 2008 remains etched in fans' memories. But there is more to Burnley than just football glory. The town holds a special place in mining history, symbolized by the brave souls who worked tirelessly at Burnley Miners in 1956. Their dedication laid the foundation for prosperous times ahead. As dusk falls over this vibrant town, one can almost hear echoes from yesteryears when football matches were played under dim lights - an enchanting sight indeed. And let us not forget Crystal Palace Cup or Brighton and Hove Albion v Burnley Premier League match on September 14th, 2019 – moments that brought joy to thousands of passionate supporters. Beyond sports lies another facet of Burnley's identity - its silk industry. Skilled workers once weaved intricate patterns into fabrics here; their craft contributing to the town's economic growth while leaving behind a lasting mark on its cultural heritage. Burnley may be known for many things - from its historic landmarks like Turf Moor Art and Bank Hall Colliery to unforgettable football clashes and its industrial past.