5th North Staffordshire Regiment, Butterton Hall, Newcastle-under-Lyme
This is a photograph of D Company, 5th North Staffordshire Regiment at Butterton Hall for basic training during World War One. Stanley Birks (3rd row back and 7th from the left) was the son of Alboin ...
A 'Sister Dora' Nurse's Cap
This cap was made by the company 'Sister Dora' which would have taken its name from the well loved Anglican nun and nurse Sister Dora from Walsall (1832-1878).
This type of small white cap was worn ...
ARP Warden Helmet, World War II
During World War II Air Raid Precaution warden’s had the job to protect civilians from the dangers of air-raids.
During blackouts they were responsible for ensuring no light was visible. They had ...
Blast Furnace workers, Apedale, Newcastle-under-Lyme
Abraham Parker put the first furnace at Apedale into blast in 1789. The works passed through a number of owners until 1890 when the Midland Coal, Coke and Iron Company was formed and took the ironworks ...
Blockley's, 48 High Street, Newcastle-under-Lyme
Blockley's grocers and wine merchants was located at number 48 High street for many years and later became Hargreaves.
Blue Girl Guides Cap, 1990s
The Girls Guides started as a side organisation from the Boy Scouts. Lord Robert Baden-Powell set up a camp for boys in 1907 at Brownsea Island in Dorset to test his scouting ideas.
By 1908 girls started ...
British Red Cross Beret, c.1940-1960
This is a lady's Red Cross Officers beret and was in use in the 1940s and 1950s.
Brittain's Foundry Workers, Chesterton
At this time Brittain's Hope Foundry stood in Dragon Square, Chesterton, and had done since 1870, but it has since been demolished.
Burgess family, May Bank, Newcastle-under-Lyme
Private Stan Burgess showing off his new uniform, with his young brothers, Graham, Frank and Alan. This view was taken from Highfield Avenue, May Bank, and shows the awful air pollution that existed around ...
Bus drivers’ uniforms made at Enderley Mills, Newcastle-under-Lyme
New design of bus drivers' uniforms made for Potteries Motor Transport by J Hammond & Co at Enderley Mills in 1968.
Enderley Mills were founded in 1881 by Richard Stanway and specialised in the manufacture ...
Clayton Hall Grammar School for Girls blazer, Newcastle-under-Lyme
This was a blazer belonging to Jane E. Bradshaw.
It was worn during the 1960's and bought from Henry White's.
Clayton Hall Grammar School hat, Newcastle-under-Lyme
This hat was worn by Jane E. Bradshaw, a student at Clayton Hall Grammar School for Girls.
It was bought from Henry White's and was worn in the 1960's.
Cream Cotton Apron, c.1850-1910
The shape and style of the apron shows it was used for everyday use, as it is made out of cotton and would cover the front of the bodice and skirt to protect them. The apron has a simply tie fastening ...
E.V. Jones grocer, Merrial street, Newcastle-under-Lyme
A well stocked grocers store which was situated next door to the Conservative Club in Newcastle, and is now an Estate Agents. A member of staff, and possibly the owner, are pictured outside.
Epaulettes
These epaulettes are made entirely out of metal and are therefore quite heavy.
They had a dual purpose as they were decorative and prevented the shoulder belts from slipping.
Harrison's Birthplace, High Street, Newcastle-under-Lyme
Taken at the rear of Major-General Thomas Harrison's Birthplace. Thomas Harrison was born in 1606 and became one of the countries leading army officers. He had a close relationship with Oliver Cromwell ...
Knutton Forge, Silverdale
Workers from Knutton Forge standing in front of the Forge buildings. Knutton Forge was an important manufacturing site with around 60 puddling furnaces and 5 rolling mills. The Forge was opened in 1851 ...
Ladies Black Apron
This apron is made out of black silk with lace around the edges for added decoration.
The shape and style of this apron shows it was used for formal occasions and not for everyday use, as servants ...