A collection of captivating photos from the archives offers a nostalgic glimpse into the centre of Macclesfield and surrounding areas.
Poynton Football Team in the 1930s
This week's cover image shows Poynton Football Team during the 1930s, standing proudly for their team photo. (Image: Cheshire Archives and Local Studies)
Bollington Junction in the 1960s
A black-and-white photo from the 1960s captures the junction of Palmerston Street, Bollington, Shrigley Road, Ingersley Road, and Church Street. The Turner’s Arms pub is visible on the left. Stone cottages and shops on the far corner were later demolished and replaced by Shrigley Court flats.
Whaley Bridge Around 1910
Another image shows Whaley Bridge around 1910, featuring surrounding shops, a public house, and the bridge over the River Goyt.
Macclesfield's Park Green Postcard
This image of Park Green in Macclesfield town centre, looking south towards London Road, includes a view of the fountain. It was taken between 1910 and 1919 and published as a postcard by Jackson and Son of Grimsby.
Poynton Football Team in the 1920s
An earlier photo shows Poynton Football Team in the 1920s, also featuring two pet dogs as canine mascots.
All photos and information are kindly provided by Cheshire Archives and Local Studies. If you have additional information 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.
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