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Stamford DAC01_03_003
Filename: dac01_03_003.jpg
Size: 5645 x 4204 (5.3MB)
Date: 26th July 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
© Historic England Archive
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Stamford DAC01_03_003
High Street St Martin s, Stamford, South Kesteven, Lincolnshire. A view looking north along High Street St Martins with the George Hotel in the foreground and the tower of St Marys Church in the distance. Photographed between 1920 and 1940
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Media ID 21951537
© Historic England Archive
Hotel Shops Street Scene Urban Landscape Town Centre
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This print from the Historic England Archive takes us back in time to the bustling streets of Stamford, Lincolnshire. The image showcases High Street St Martins, a vibrant urban landscape filled with charming shops and historic buildings. As we gaze upon this snapshot captured between 1920 and 1940, our eyes are immediately drawn to the foreground where the majestic George Hotel stands proudly. Its grandeur is matched only by the towering presence of St Marys Church in the distance. The scene exudes an undeniable sense of nostalgia, transporting us to a bygone era when life moved at a different pace. We can almost hear the clatter of horse-drawn carriages on cobblestone streets and feel the energy emanating from passersby going about their daily routines. Every detail within this photograph tells a story - from the intricately designed shop fronts that line both sides of High Street to the architectural marvels that punctuate its skyline. It's as if time has stood still within these frames, preserving not just buildings but also memories and moments frozen forever in history. As we admire this remarkable piece of artistry, it serves as a reminder that towns like Stamford have always been centers of community and commerce. This print encapsulates all that makes town centers special - an amalgamation of heritage, culture, and human connection woven together seamlessly amidst brick facades and narrow alleyways. Historic England Archive has once again gifted us with a visual treasure trove capturing slices of life across generations.
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