Uk Social History Collection (page 3)

Bewick House high rise flats in Newcastle 15 September 1971, straddles across John Dobson Street

The high rise flats at Scotswood, tower over the houses in Essex Close in Newcastle 20 January 1965

Secret View of new houses in Alexandra Palace. Two types of prefabricated houses have been errected inside Alexandra Palace for Local Authorities to view. 13th October 1945

The high rise flats under construction on Westgate Road in Newcastle 24 August 1965

The towering peaks of the high rise flats at Cruddas Park Housing Estate in Newcastle 26 June 1962

The high rise flats at West Denton Housing Estate in Newcastle 26 July 1972

The landscaping treatment at the high rise flats at Cruddas Park Housing Estate in Newcastle is now complete 8 June 1965, however you can still see the old style housing in the background

The construction of the new high rise flats at Shieldfield in Newcastle 17 April 1961, you can still see the old style housing in the foreground

The high rise flats in Walker at the junction of Church Street and Walker Road in Newcastle 17 September 1964

The past, present and the future, there is a new feature on the ever-changing skyline of Newcastle provided by the construction of these twin 12-storey high rise flats at Cruddas Park Housing Estate

The high rise flats at Shieldfield in Newcastle 9 September 1965, with the Family Group Sculpture by J R Murray McCheyne, in the foreground

The Towering Bewick House high rise flats in Newcastle 2 April 1971

Lort House, high rise flats at Shieldfield in Newcastle 29 June 1961, young teenage girls enjoy the roundabout in the childrens playground

A colourful procession in South Shields on December 6, 1937 when the towns Moslem community celebrated the Festival of Ramadam

A typical laundry in January 1970. Manor House Launderette at Jesmond

A typical laundry in January 1970. The Washerteria at Morpeth

A typical laundry in January 1970. Monk laundry in North Shields

Dry cleaning is an important part of the Luxdon laundry in March 1984

A typical laundry in January 1970. The Washing Well in Stobhill, Morpeth

Its Monday every day of the week at Luxdon industrial laundry.... washing on a massive scale and ironing made easy with the right equipment in March 1984

This is the largest washing machine in the country in June 1979.The monster with the 3, 999lb. an hour appetite for dirty clothes arrived recently at a Gateshead laundry

Girls at the Wycliffe Road laundry in Sunderland making sure everything gets that special service in March 1984

Some hippies sitting round a campfire in May 1971

Flanked by the stone walls of Langley Castle near Haydon Bridge, the meet of the haydon Foxhounds presented a typical English winter scene in December 1953

This young Jamaican boy in a striped suit and soft bowler hat has come to start a new life in Britain in April 1955

A barber cutting a mans hair in April 1972

These two boys in fancy dress are asking for a Penny For The Guy to get money for fireworks in October 1971

Ian Iredale of Hamsterley Crescent, Wrekenton, whirls a safe hand sparkler to show his friends a magic circle of light on bonfire night, November 1973

Five year old David Selby, of East Boldon really looks all set for Guy Fawkes or Bonfire Night with his fireworks in in November 1962

Stock picture of fireworks and a bonfire in Darlington in 1997

Sarah Stead, aged nine, of Preston Grange, North Shields, lights up the sky with a sparkler on bonfire night in November 1975

The Cowgate community thought that this guy was too good to put on the bonfire in November 1986, so he was presented to Montagu School where he will be used by the children in drama lessons

A fireworks spectacular on the River Tyne on Bonfire Night in November 1985

Stock picture of a bonfire in Darlington in 1997

Bonfire Night celebrations on the River Tyne, Newcastle in November 1997

Stock picture of a bonfire in Darlington in 1996

Some of the entrants in the Evening Chronicle "Best Guys In Toon"
Some of the entrants in the Evening Chronicle " Best Guys In Toon" contest in November 1968. Here they are waiting to be judeged at the Darnell Hotel

Guy Fawkes, in the shape of stunt man Dave Danzig at Washington Art Centre where Dave will perform one of his best fiery stunts on November 5th, 1982

This pensioner received her ration of coal during the fuel shortage in January 1972

Miner Arthur Knox, 21 and his friend 23 year old Anthony Proudlock digging for coal at Washington F Pit in February 1972 during a fuel shortage

Gas heaters were used in some schools during the fuel shortage in February 1972

West Indian immigrants arriving at a London Terminal in 1962

One of the latest additions to the forge has been this 20 cwt. clear space hammer which is regularly in use in 1972

Some African women wearing their traditional dress in 1970

Workmen playing cards during a break at Leadgate Engineering in 1972

A centre especially for Asian women living in Newcastles West End has been officially opened in 1985

Asian girl workers at their machines in the factory of S. Levine and Co. Ltd, in Elswick Road, Newcastle in 1968

A factory worker in an engineering firm in 1972

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"Capturing the Essence of UK Social History: A Glimpse into the Past" Durham Miners Gala - The Easington miners lodge banner: A symbol of solidarity and strength, this historic banner represents the unwavering spirit of coal miners in Durham. A group of skinheads on 27th April 1970, from left to right, John Harmeston: In a snapshot frozen in time, these rebellious youth challenge societal norms while leaving their mark on British subculture. Durham Miners Gala - Harold Wilson and Shirley Williams share a joke: Politics meets camaraderie as two influential figures find respite amidst the fervor at the iconic mining event. Durham Miners Gala - The crowd listens to speeches: United by a common cause, thousands gather eagerly to hear impassioned words that resonate with their struggles and aspirations. The Noble Street flats Housing Estate in Scotswood, Newcastle: Witnessing urban transformation, these towering structures stand as testaments to changing living conditions for working-class communities. The Tyne and Wear Chapter of Hells Angels in November 1976: Amidst leather-clad brotherhoods, this notorious motorcycle club leaves an indelible mark on British counterculture history. The back of a jacket worn by one of the Hells Angels from Tyne: Adorned with intricate patches and symbols representing loyalty and rebellion—a visual representation of individuality within a collective identity. Mill House high-rise flats at Spital Tongues in Newcastle 20 September 1967: Rising above city skylines like modern monoliths, these residential towers reflect an era marked by ambitious architectural endeavors aimed at addressing housing needs. The Harehills Tower high-rise flats in Newcastle 19 July 1967: Standing tall against adversity yet marred by social challenges—these imposing structures embody the complexities of urban living.