Another insightful and wonderful video John, thank you. I noticed that inside the magistrates court foyer is an historic arch, that the court house has been built around. I've no idea on its significance however, I'm curious as to where is fits in?
The Horse Shoes was never on the corner of Bedding Lane. It was at 21 Palace Street in the middle of the row. That's why the views are different because they are further along the street. I can't attach a map to show this but take a look at the 1884 or 1907 map of the street. Or take a look at my post on the Horse Shoes in Norwich Pubs And Their History.
Also the Bakers Arms was opposite Frazers on the other corner of White Friars. Again check out my post of the Bakers Arms in Norwich Pubs And Their History. The house was demolished for road widening prior to the rebuilding of Whitefriars Bridge in 1924.
Thanks John, another video with a personal connection. My grandfather having returned to our area after Seperating from my grandmother during WW2 moved to Norwich in about 1961,. At 1 minute, seen above the white van is where he lived, until he passed in 1980. He worked as a retired live in Chef, for the Salvation Army, then based in the building. my wife and I were very fond of him, and met him weekly, until we moved to Germany. I think of him every time I pass the building, I did not know how close to the cathedral Erpingham house was, again thanks.
Such wonderful old buildings in this location. Hehe, I wonder where the nearest Candlestick Maker was? I've never really noticed the ornate historic window attached to the end of that building before. It looked fabulous. It was fascinating to learn about Erpingham House and that its incumbent fought at the Battle of Agincourt! Thank you for another wonderfully researched and presented video.
Thanks john, thats the first, only brief, photo of the Norwich gas works, that I've come across. although I was based at the Gas Hill site as a fitter. we used to fill up there with fuel for our vans and the servicing etc was done there in the transport workshops. Then everything was moved to brand new built accomadation for everything at Roundtreeway, except for a small site at Cremorne Lane. The gasworks were then demolished sometime after this.
Interesting architectural tour. It's a pity that like many 1960s structures, more recent buildings such as Centenary House continue to be totally unsympathetic to their historic surroundings. They give parts of this attractive ('fine') city a rather bland look.
Fascinating, as ever. Thanks for sharing. One of my most regularly visited parts of the city. And not to attend The Courts, just in case anyone gets the wrong impression. Also….. Curse the algorithm as I’ve only just found this nearly two weeks initial posting.
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Thank you John. Another delightful and enlightening video. It looks as though I'll be walking Palace Plain over the holiday weekend!
Another insightful and wonderful video John, thank you.
I noticed that inside the magistrates court foyer is an historic arch, that the court house has been built around. I've no idea on its significance however, I'm curious as to where is fits in?
1:09 nowadays we would say that's a vegan butcher!
The Horse Shoes was never on the corner of Bedding Lane. It was at 21 Palace Street in the middle of the row. That's why the views are different because they are further along the street. I can't attach a map to show this but take a look at the 1884 or 1907 map of the street. Or take a look at my post on the Horse Shoes in Norwich Pubs And Their History.
Also the Bakers Arms was opposite Frazers on the other corner of White Friars. Again check out my post of the Bakers Arms in Norwich Pubs And Their History. The house was demolished for road widening prior to the rebuilding of Whitefriars Bridge in 1924.
Thanks John, another video with a personal connection. My grandfather having returned to our area after Seperating from my grandmother during WW2 moved to Norwich in about 1961,. At 1 minute, seen above the white van is where he lived, until he passed in 1980. He worked as a retired live in Chef, for the Salvation Army, then based in the building. my wife and I were very fond of him, and met him weekly, until we moved to Germany. I think of him every time I pass the building, I did not know how close to the cathedral Erpingham house was, again thanks.
Such wonderful old buildings in this location. Hehe, I wonder where the nearest Candlestick Maker was? I've never really noticed the ornate historic window attached to the end of that building before. It looked fabulous. It was fascinating to learn about Erpingham House and that its incumbent fought at the Battle of Agincourt! Thank you for another wonderfully researched and presented video.
Thanks john, thats the first, only brief, photo of the Norwich gas works, that I've come across. although I was based at the Gas Hill site as a fitter. we used to fill up there with fuel for our vans and the servicing etc was done there in the transport workshops. Then everything was moved to brand new built accomadation for everything at Roundtreeway, except for a small site at Cremorne Lane. The gasworks were then demolished sometime after this.
Another excellent video
Interesting architectural tour. It's a pity that like many 1960s structures, more recent buildings such as Centenary House continue to be totally unsympathetic to their historic surroundings. They give parts of this attractive ('fine') city a rather bland look.
I love your uploads and allways look forward to more, Thank you for the amount of time and effort it takes to produce them, Very much appreciated.
great footage and well shot
I used to go to school with Claudine Keelan whose Dad was Kevin Keelan (footballer). Her parents owned the Wig and Pen in the 80's.
Fascinating, as ever.
Thanks for sharing.
One of my most regularly visited parts of the city.
And not to attend The Courts, just in case anyone gets the wrong impression.
Also…..
Curse the algorithm as I’ve only just found this nearly two weeks initial posting.