Widnes0514 Collection

New housing development behind Hough Green Station. 27th July 1973

Interior of the baths at Widnes. 30th October 1958

The shopping centre of Widnes, Albert Road. 28th July 1973

The hall in Widnes owned by Mr Laverick. 15th June 1978

Widnes Centre and Town Hall, Cheshire. Circa 1959

A scene typical of Widnes - factories and smoke. 28th July 1973

A glimpse of the vast Gaskell-Marsh works at Widnes. The men are conveying loads of sodium formate which goes into the making of Oxalic acid. Circa 1920s

Town centre at Widnes, with town hall on right. 30th October 1958

Widnes baths, opened only a few years ago, and providing an amenity used by people from a wide area. 22nd November 1967

The main railway runs through the West Bank area of Widness industrial sector. 28th July 1985

The Gorsey Lane area of Widnes Industrial Estate. 28th July 1975

Victoria Square, Widnes, with the Town Hall on the right. 8th October 1975

Where industry and agriculture meeta tractor at work under the shadows of the giant cooling towers of Fiddlers Ferry power station near Widnes. 6th May 1975

A mill works with the Widnes-Runcorn Transporter Bridge in the background. 30th October 1958

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"Widnes0514: A Journey Through Time and Industry" Step back in time to the 1950s, where the interior of the baths at Widnes welcomed locals seeking relaxation and leisure on that memorable October day in 1958. Fast forward to July 1973, and Albert Road stood proudly as the bustling shopping center of Widnes, filled with vibrant energy. But it wasn't just commerce that defined this town; factories and smoke painted a picture of industry, showcasing the hardworking spirit of its people. On that same summer day in '73, new housing developments behind Hough Green Station symbolized progress and growth for Widnes. The heart of this town beat within its center - a captivating sight captured on film in October '58. The grandeur of Widnes Town Hall stood tall amidst a thriving community. And let's not forget about those newly opened baths only a few years prior – an amenity cherished by all who sought comfort and recreation. Venturing further into history, Mr. Laverick's hall took center stage on June 15th, 1978 – a venue where memories were made and dreams came true. Meanwhile, the main railway line cut through West Bank area's industrial sector – an artery pumping life into Widnes' economic veins. Circa 1959 brought us to Victoria Square with its iconic Town Hall standing proudly on the right – a symbol of civic pride for generations past. And who could ignore the vast Gaskell-Marsh works? Men tirelessly conveyed loads within this sprawling industrial estate during that unforgettable July day in '75. Widnes0514 encapsulates more than just photographs; it captures moments frozen in time - snapshots revealing both beauty and grit within this remarkable town's history. Join us as we explore these glimpses into yesteryears - celebrating resilience, progress, community bonds forged amid smokestacks towering high above rooftops.