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Foots Cray (Footscray), South East London, England
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Foots Cray (Footscray), South East London, England
Foots Cray (Footscray), South East London, England - named after Godwin Fot, a local Saxon landowner recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086, and from the River Cray that passes through the village. Date: 1910
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Cray Foots Garage Half Timbered Hoop Footscray
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Foots Cray (Footscray), South East London, England - Nestled in the heart of South East London, Foots Cray (Footscray) is a picturesque village named after Godwin Fot, a local Saxon landowner recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086, and the River Cray that passes through the village. This charming photograph, taken in the year 1910, captures the idyllic charm of Foots Cray during a bygone era. The image showcases a quaint half-timbered house, with its intricate beams and whitewashed walls, standing proudly on the side of the road. A group of children can be seen playing happily in the street, their laughter echoing through the air. In the foreground, a beadle, a local official responsible for maintaining law and order, is seen directing traffic with the help of a motor garage in the background. The arrival of the motor vehicle had already begun to change the landscape of the village, but the traditional way of life was still very much in evidence. The children, dressed in their Sunday best, are engrossed in a game of hoop, their faces reflecting pure joy and innocence. The horse-drawn carts and bicycles parked on the side of the road add to the sense of nostalgia and remind us of a simpler time. The vibrant colors of the children's clothes and the lush greenery of the trees and hedges contrast beautifully with the muted tones of the houses and the gray cobblestones of the road. Foots Cray, with its rich history and timeless beauty, continues to be a popular destination for those seeking a glimpse into the past. This photograph, taken over a century ago, offers a fascinating glimpse into the daily life of a village that has stood the test of time and continues to thrive in the heart of South East London.
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