Stockport Collection (#3)

Stockport SK6 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Stockport SK6 1

Stockport SK5 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Stockport SK5 8

Stockport SK5 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Stockport SK5 7

Stockport SK4 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Stockport SK4 2

Stockport SK4 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Stockport SK4 3

Stockport SK4 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Stockport SK4 1

Stockport SK3 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Stockport SK3 8

Stockport SK3 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Stockport SK3 0

Stockport SK2 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Stockport SK2 7

Silhouette of little girl at play, Brinksway, Stockport, Eng
A silhouette of a little girl playing beneath a street light in Brinksway, Stockport, Cheshire. This original negative is not in top condition Date: circa 1970

Short groom with tallest shire horse - 1
4ft 6 inch groom and shire horse, Captain, a Robinson Brewery, Stockport, drey. Captain was said to be the tallest shire at that time

Short groom with tallest shire horse - 2
4ft 6 inch groom and shire horse, Captain, a Robinson Brewery, Stockport, drey. Captain was said to be the tallest shire at that time. Date: circa 1969

Slum child
A small fair-haired dirty boy wipes away tears with his thumb as he looks at the camera. Brinksway, Stockport condemned housing. North of England slums Date: circa 1970

Canada goose (Branta canadensis) silhouetted on lake at dawn, Stockport, Cheshire, England, UK, December. Did you know? Canada geese mate for life

Strathclyde, Offerton Lane, Stockport - a Victorian residence photographed by one of the occupants and a true display of the interior of a Victorian house Date: circa 1900

Edwardian lady in garden identified as Edith Battersby at her home in Stockport. She was born in 1884 so would have been in her late teens at this time Date: 1902

General View Of Stockport, Lancashire In 1830S Showing Cotton Mills. Drawn By G. Pickering Engraved By J. C. Varrall
General View Of Stockport, Lancashire In 1830S Showing Cotton Mills. Drawn By G. Pickering Engraved By J.C. Varrall

Sir Ralph Pendlebury Orphanage, Stockport
A view of the orphanage in Stockport founded in 1882 through a legacy from local mill owner Sir Ralph Pendlebury

Stepping Hill Infirmary, Stockport
An aerial view of the Stepping Hill Infirmary, opened in 1901 as a hospital facility for the Stockport workhouse. Date: circa 1927

Dennis Vintage Fire Engine & Brigade, Stockport, Manchester, Lancashire, England. Showing the first turnout of the new fire engine 9th June 1927

Four well dressed Edwardian men named by the photographer - on the left is Ernest Battersby, the photographer, and their left is his brother James Johnson Battersby

Edwardian couple with baby
James Johnson Battersby, his wife Nancy and son James outside their house Dunluce, Stockport 1909. The pram is presumably a top-of-the-range for the period - note the umbrella holder! Date: 1909

Group of Edwardian men on garden steps in Stockport, comprising menbers of the Battersby hatmaking family and what are believed to be French business associates Date: circa 1911

Stepping Hill Hospital, Stockport
Administration block of Stepping Hill Hospital, Stockport. The hospital was opened as Stepping Hill Infirmary by the Stockport Union in 1905 to improve on the medical facilities that existed at

York Road, Stockport, Lancashire
York Road, Stockport, Manchester, near Cheadle, Lancashire, England. Date: 1900s

The Village, Strines, Lancashire
The Village, Strines, Stockport, near Marple, Lancashire, England. Date: 1900s

Street Scene, Stockport, Lancashire
Street Scene, Stockport, Manchester, near Cheadle, Lancashire, England. Date: 1905

St Andrews Sunday School - Whit Walk, Hyde, Cheshire
St Andrews Sunday School - Whit Walk, Hyde, near Stockport, Cheshire, England. Date: 1912

Pink Bank Lane, Heaton Chapel, Lancashire
Pink Bank Lane, Heaton Chapel, Stockport, near Levenshulme, Lancashire, England. Date: 1900s

Two men on a boat on Coniston identified by the photographer as his friends Nelstrop on the left, and Wilson. The two men were cousins, Nelstrop being a member of the flour makers in Stockport

Edwardian tennis tournament showing a man serving at a match inthe Stockport area - the shutter speed must have been excellent for the time as the ball is captured in flight Date: 1906

Edwardian photo session at the Battersby family home in Stockport. Ernest Battersby (left, seated) with brother James (3rd left)

Edwardian gentleman and his son identified by the photographer as a Mr Cooke and his son Jack. They were visiting the Battersby family, hatmakers of Stockport

Edwardian boy identified by the photographer as Jack Cooke, visiting the Battersby family, hatmakers of Stockport. Well-dressed though he is

Edwardian gentleman identified by the photogrpaher just as Mr Cooke - in the garden at Strathclyde, Offerton Lane, Stockport, home of the Battersby family of hatmakers. Date: 1906

Edwardian garden group at Strathclyde, Offerton Lane, Stockport, home of William John Battersby (standing) and his younger daughter Edith

Two Edwardian women in garden
Two Edwardian women in graden, the house being Strathclyde, Offerton Lane Stockport. Standing is Edith Battersby, daughter of the houise owner, and seated is Kate Nash

Edwardian factory worker Christopher Tipping
1901 Census - Christopher Tipping aged 55 (so about 60 in the photo) a Hatter - Blocker of hats, born Stockport. His lived at 27 Sydney Street, Stockport with his wife Betty aged 64

Edwardian casual group photograph
The man in the picture is Ernest Battersby, responsible for the photograph. May is on the left - she is May Battersby, sister in law to Ernest Battersby in the foreground

W Moult and J Fidler, workers at hatworks
Ernest Battersby took a number of photogrpahs of employees at the family hatworks in Stockport, and noted their names as well

Edwardian family group outside house
Identified by the photographer at the time, the 1911 Census shows Joseph Henry Green, age 34 born High Lane, occupation Hatters Proofer, his wife Harriett Green, 34, and son Jack Green

Edwardian couple in field
Identified by the photographer as being taken at Alport in the Peak District of Derbyshire, the woman is named as E. Bramwell, believed to be Ellen Bramwell

Rear view of house
This is rear view of a house called Dunluce, in the Davenport area of Stockport in 1909. Date: 1909

View of house dated 1909
This is front view of a house called Dunluce, in the Davenport area of Stockport in 1909. Date: 1909

Elegant Edwardian couple with child outside house
A photograph of James Johnson Battersby and his wife Nancy (nee Nidd) on the steps of their house Dunluce in the Davenport area of Stockport. The child is James Larratt Battersby, their son

Group of Edwardian men in countryside on Eyam Moor
The purpose of this gathering is not known, only the man at extreme left is know and he is George Barnshaw, a manager at Battersbys Hat Factory in Stockport

Edwardian family group at Strathclyde, Offerton Lane, Stockport - members of the Battersby hat manufacturing family in their garden Date: circa 1905

Strathclyde, Offerton Lane, Stockport - the garden shown in a snapshot from the late Victorian period Date: circa 1900

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"Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Stockport. From Edgeley Park Art at Stockport County to the iconic Stockport Viaduct, this town is filled with architectural wonders. Don't miss out on the thrilling Balloon event organized by Charles Green, where colorful balloons fill the sky above Stockport. Take a stroll down Barlow Fold Road in Romiley, an enchanting neighborhood in Greater Manchester that showcases the charm of this area. Travel back in time along Manchester - Stockport Road in Levenshulme and witness a train crossing over the historic London & North Western Railway viaduct from 1845. As you explore this picturesque town, take note of its natural beauty as well. The Edwardian view captures men standing on Roman Bridge in Marple, showcasing both history and nature's tranquility. However, it also highlights concerns about pollution along river banks during that era. Sports enthusiasts will be delighted to know about Stockport County FC football team's legacy dating back to 1935. Their passion for football has left an indelible mark on the community. To navigate through this charming town effortlessly, refer to the detailed map SK2 It will guide you through every corner and hidden gem waiting to be discovered. For those seeking more scenic views outside of central Stockport, venture into Benja Fold located in Bramhall within Lancashire county. Here you can immerse yourself in serene surroundings away from bustling city life. Lastly, let us not forget one significant historical event: The Riot at Stockport depicted vividly through an engraving capturing a momentous chapter etched forever into local memory. " Experience all these captivating aspects when visiting beautiful Stockport – a place where heritage meets modernity.