We take a fascinating look back at a selection of historic photographs uncovered from the archives, captured in and around Macclesfield town centre.
Royal Celebration on Chestergate
This week’s featured cover image showcases a royal celebration day on Chestergate in Macclesfield. The photo, courtesy of Cheshire Archives and Local Studies, captures the street adorned with flags and banners for Queen Victoria’s Jubilee on June 21, 1887. Horse-drawn carriages line the road, and the distinct storefront of Fearns is visible.
Bygone Era: Corner Shop
A 1960s snapshot shows the corner shop on the junction of Windmill Street and Mill Lane, opposite the Sun Inn. This shop served the community until the early 1970s, offering a glimpse into a bygone era of local retail.
Street History: Grand Draper’s Shop
An early 1900s image reveals the grand draper’s shop of J. C. Holland and Sons, which proudly occupied numbers 18, 20, and 22 Chestergate. This staple of Macclesfield's traditional high street highlights the city’s retail heritage.
Retail Heritage: Delivery Van
A proud driver poses alongside the traditional Pott and Thompson delivery van, a familiar vehicle that served the community for many years on behalf of the long-standing grocers based at 3 Chestergate.
Royal Jubilee: 1887 Celebration
A spectacular snapshot of Chestergate beautifully adorned with flags and banners for Queen Victoria’s Jubilee on June 21, 1887. The image features horse-drawn carriages and the distinct storefront of Fearns, capturing a moment of royal celebration.
Simple Pleasures: Community Tea
A charming glimpse into community life during the 1940s shows local residents gathered around a simple folding table to enjoy a cup of tea together at Brookfield in Poynton.
All photos and information on these pages are kindly provided by Cheshire Archives and Local Studies. If you have additional information about the photos or corrections, you can contact Cheshire Image Bank via their website at www.cheshireimagebank.org.uk and click on the ‘Tell Us More’ link on the image page. Get all the latest news, updates, things to do and more from the dedicated InYourArea feed of areas including Macclesfield in Cheshire.
