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Kidderminster workshops a99_05229
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Size: 5001 x 3788 (12.5MB)
Date: 15th September 2016
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
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Kidderminster workshops a99_05229
Queen Street, Kidderminster, Worcestershire. Houses with upper storey workshops. Queen Street was developed for cloth weavers in the late 18th century. A few of these buildings survive. Photographed in 1956
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Media ID 12576315
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Factory Georgian Housing Industry
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph transports us back to the bustling streets of Kidderminster in 1956. The image showcases a row of charming Georgian houses on Queen Street, each adorned with unique upper storey workshops. These historic buildings stand as a testament to the town's rich textile heritage, having been developed specifically for cloth weavers during the late 18th century. The architectural beauty and functionality of these structures are evident in their design. The ground floors serve as cozy homes while the upper levels house workshops where skilled artisans once meticulously crafted their wares. It is fascinating to imagine the rhythmic clatter of looms echoing through these narrow streets, filling them with life and industry. Although time has taken its toll on many buildings from this era, a few lucky survivors still grace Kidderminster's landscape today. This particular print by J M Prest captures not only their physical presence but also preserves an important piece of local history. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, it serves as a reminder of how communities evolve over centuries yet manage to retain fragments of their past amidst progress and change. Let us cherish these remnants that connect us to our ancestors' craftsmanship and dedication, forever etched within the walls of Kidderminster's enduring architecture.
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