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The old Co-Op diary being demolished in 1978 to make way for the new Herald Express
The old Co-Op diary being demolished in 1978 to make way for the new Herald Express offices on Barton Hill Road, Torquay
Torquay Herald Express
Mirrorpix
Torquay
Devon
United Kingdom
Media ID 21765015
© Mirrorpix
Building Site Bygones Construction Demolition Devon Diggers Industry And Work Nostalgia Not Personality Seventies South West 1978
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our nostalgic Greetings Cards from Media Storehouse. This card features a poignant image from Memory Lane Prints, capturing the moment the old Co-Op diary building in Torquay was demolished in 1978 to make way for the new Herald Express offices on Barton Hill Road. Relive memories of the past and send a piece of history with this thoughtful and unique card.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Memories crumble as the old Co-Op diary meets its fate in 1978, paving the way for progress on Barton Hill Road. This print captures a pivotal moment in Torquay's history, where nostalgia collides with the unstoppable march of time. As wrecking balls swing and dust fills the air, we witness the end of an era. The once bustling hub of industry and work now stands dilapidated, making room for the birth of something new - The Herald Express offices. A symbol of modernity rising from the ashes. The image showcases a construction site teeming with activity; diggers tirelessly claw at remnants of concrete while workers navigate through debris. It is a testament to human resilience and adaptability amidst change. In this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to 1970s England - an era characterized by transformation and progress. But beyond mere bricks and mortar lies a deeper narrative; one that speaks to our collective memories and shared experiences. This photograph serves as a reminder that even as buildings come down, their stories live on within us. It invites us to reflect upon how our surroundings shape who we are today while honoring those who built them before us. Mirrorpix has expertly captured this poignant moment from Memory Lane Prints, allowing us to revisit Torquay's past with reverence and curiosity.
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