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A blacksmith stands in the doorway outside The Forge in Steyning, Sussex.Grade 2 listed, The Forge was built in the 15th...
25/06/2024

A blacksmith stands in the doorway outside The Forge in Steyning, Sussex.

Grade 2 listed, The Forge was built in the 15th century as a timber-framed hall and it still stands today.

The picturesque coastal village of Sandsend in Yorkshire pictured in the Victoria era and now.
25/06/2024

The picturesque coastal village of Sandsend in Yorkshire pictured in the Victoria era and now.

Maison Dieu in Kent, commissioned by Henry III in 1234, pictured then and now. Once part of a medieval hospital complex,...
25/06/2024

Maison Dieu in Kent, commissioned by Henry III in 1234, pictured then and now.

Once part of a medieval hospital complex, the astonishing timber-framed building is Grade II listed and situated on the former Roman road known as Watling Street.

Abbey Gate in Abingdon, dating from the 15th century, pictured then and now. The large central arch was for mounted trav...
24/06/2024

Abbey Gate in Abingdon, dating from the 15th century, pictured then and now.

The large central arch was for mounted travellers and wheeled traffic, and the small arch on the north side was for pedestrians. It's still in use today.

The Black Bull, one of Haworth's oldest pubs, has stood at the top of the village's cobbled Main Street since the 16th c...
24/06/2024

The Black Bull, one of Haworth's oldest pubs, has stood at the top of the village's cobbled Main Street since the 16th century.

Constructed from local millstone grit, here's a lovely then and now comparison.

A wonderful throwback to daily life in the Cotswolds village of Lower Slaughter.Many of the stone buildings are Grade II...
24/06/2024

A wonderful throwback to daily life in the Cotswolds village of Lower Slaughter.

Many of the stone buildings are Grade II-listed and date from the early 1700s. This clapper bridge is also Grade II-listed and dates from a similar period.

The Abbey Barn, built around 1340 and one of the most complete medieval buildings in Glastonbury, pictured then and now....
24/06/2024

The Abbey Barn, built around 1340 and one of the most complete medieval buildings in Glastonbury, pictured then and now.

The barn’s excellent stonework, fine carvings and magnificent roof reflect the abbey’s great wealth during the middle ages.

Albury Street, one of London's best preserved 18th century streets, pictured then and now.It's lined with two-storey Geo...
24/06/2024

Albury Street, one of London's best preserved 18th century streets, pictured then and now.

It's lined with two-storey Georgian terraced houses adorned with intricate carvings above the doors.

Monnow Bridge in Wales, the only remaining fortified river bridge in Britain with its gate tower standing on it, picture...
23/06/2024

Monnow Bridge in Wales, the only remaining fortified river bridge in Britain with its gate tower standing on it, pictured then and now.

The Scheduled Monument and Grade 1 listed structure was erected in the 1200s.

Incredibly, Mercery Lane in Canterbury still retains its medieval width. The upper floors of the timber framed houses al...
23/06/2024

Incredibly, Mercery Lane in Canterbury still retains its medieval width. The upper floors of the timber framed houses almost touch each other.

Here's how Mercery Lane looks today, compared to a painting by E. Smith in 1846.

The 13th century King Alfred's Kitchen in Shaftesbury, Dorset pictured then and now. The stunning Grade 2 listed buildin...
23/06/2024

The 13th century King Alfred's Kitchen in Shaftesbury, Dorset pictured then and now.

The stunning Grade 2 listed building is the only structure in Shaftesbury with visible timber framing.

HMS Victory, the oldest commissioned warship in the world, pictured then and now. More than 2,000 oak trees were used in...
23/06/2024

HMS Victory, the oldest commissioned warship in the world, pictured then and now.

More than 2,000 oak trees were used in the construction of the hull. In 1922, she entered dry dock in Portsmouth where she’s remained ever since.

Goodrich Castle in Herefordshire, one of the finest and best preserved medieval castles in England, pictured now and how...
23/06/2024

Goodrich Castle in Herefordshire, one of the finest and best preserved medieval castles in England, pictured now and how it might have appeared in the 13th century.

The London Inn in Padstow, Cornwall pictured then and now. The pub opened in 1803 and originally housed three fisherman’...
22/06/2024

The London Inn in Padstow, Cornwall pictured then and now. The pub opened in 1803 and originally housed three fisherman’s cottages.

A lovely then and now comparison of Abingdon Bridge in Oxford, built in 1416 (more than 600 years ago).Now a Scheduled M...
22/06/2024

A lovely then and now comparison of Abingdon Bridge in Oxford, built in 1416 (more than 600 years ago).

Now a Scheduled Monument, it was a notable feat of engineering for its time. The workforce is said to have numbered 300, and was kept supplied by the women of Abingdon with bread, cheese, and cooked chicken.

The double-jettied Guildhall in Thaxted pictured then and now.Built in the 15th century, this structure is Grade 1 liste...
22/06/2024

The double-jettied Guildhall in Thaxted pictured then and now.

Built in the 15th century, this structure is Grade 1 listed and still in use today.

The 15th century Old Palace in Brenchley (on the right) pictured then and now. The Grade 2 listed structure is incredibl...
22/06/2024

The 15th century Old Palace in Brenchley (on the right) pictured then and now.

The Grade 2 listed structure is incredibly well preserved.

A sad then and now comparison of Aire Street in West Yorkshire.All the buildings (apart from St. Botolphs Church) were r...
22/06/2024

A sad then and now comparison of Aire Street in West Yorkshire.

All the buildings (apart from St. Botolphs Church) were replaced after this lovely street was demolished in the 1960s.

The West Port of St Andrews, built in 1587 as a monumental entrance to the city’s South Street, pictured then and now.It...
21/06/2024

The West Port of St Andrews, built in 1587 as a monumental entrance to the city’s South Street, pictured then and now.

It's the best preserved city gate in Scotland, still in use today.

Alfriston, a Sussex village, pictured then and now. This village is remarkably well preserved, very little has changed :...
21/06/2024

Alfriston, a Sussex village, pictured then and now. This village is remarkably well preserved, very little has changed :)

The historic Stow-on-the-Wold, a Cotswolds market town, pictured then and now.Its impressive Market Square has been host...
21/06/2024

The historic Stow-on-the-Wold, a Cotswolds market town, pictured then and now.

Its impressive Market Square has been hosting regular markets since 1107.

The Star Hotel in Matfield, a small village in Kent, pictured then and now.This building is Grade 2 listed and dates fro...
21/06/2024

The Star Hotel in Matfield, a small village in Kent, pictured then and now.

This building is Grade 2 listed and dates from the 17th century.

King John's Hunting Lodge, a wool-merchant's house built in 1460 in Axbridge, pictured then and now. It's a jettied timb...
21/06/2024

King John's Hunting Lodge, a wool-merchant's house built in 1460 in Axbridge, pictured then and now.

It's a jettied timber-frame building of three storeys, occupying a corner plot on the town square.

The Feathers Hotel in Ludlow, built in 1619, pictured then and now.The Tudor masterpiece was named 'the most handsome in...
20/06/2024

The Feathers Hotel in Ludlow, built in 1619, pictured then and now.

The Tudor masterpiece was named 'the most handsome inn in the world' by the New York Times.

A lovely then and now comparison of Castle Combe in the Cotswolds, often called the 'prettiest villages in England.'
20/06/2024

A lovely then and now comparison of Castle Combe in the Cotswolds, often called the 'prettiest villages in England.'

The George Inn, a half-timbered building dating from 1250, pictured then and now. Located in Alfriston village, there is...
20/06/2024

The George Inn, a half-timbered building dating from 1250, pictured then and now.

Located in Alfriston village, there is even a network of smugglers' tunnels leading from the cellars.

Broadstairs, Kent pictured then and now. St Peters Church can be seen in the background.
20/06/2024

Broadstairs, Kent pictured then and now. St Peters Church can be seen in the background.

A then and now comparison of Alfriston Clergy House, a Grade II* listed gem that was the first building saved by the Nat...
20/06/2024

A then and now comparison of Alfriston Clergy House, a Grade II* listed gem that was the first building saved by the National Trust.

The house was built between 1399 and 1407, more than 600 years ago.

A lovely view of Stonehenge in the 1960s compared to 2015. The ancient 5,000 year old monument was unfortunately damaged...
19/06/2024

A lovely view of Stonehenge in the 1960s compared to 2015.

The ancient 5,000 year old monument was unfortunately damaged today by Just Stop Oil protestors.

The historic town of Arundel pictured then and now. The skyline is dominated by the gothic Arundel Cathedral and Arundel...
19/06/2024

The historic town of Arundel pictured then and now. The skyline is dominated by the gothic Arundel Cathedral and Arundel Castle.

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A beautiful now and then comparison of Cockington Village, Torquay. The Forge (on the left) dates from the 14th century #history #thenandnow

Lovely now now and then photos of Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland since 1437 #history #thenandnow #edinburgh

Incredible then and now photos of Lincoln, a city steeped in history #history #thenandnow #Lincoln

Beautiful then and now photos of Shaftesbury in Dorset, one of the highest towns in England #history #thenandnow #dorset

Lovely photos of Exeter, an ancient city dating back to the Roman era, pictured now and then. #history #thenandnow #historyinpictures

A lovely then and now comparison of Caslte Combe, a small village in the Cotswolds, which is often called the 'prettiet village in England'. #history #thenandnow #cotswolds

Incredible photos of Coverntry pictured now and around 100 years ago. #thenandnow #history

The beautiful town of Rye, Sussex pictured now & then (around 100 years apart) #history #thenandnow #england

Historic images shows what life was like in London during the Blitz #ww2 #thenandnow #history

Lovely now and then photos of Porthcurno, a small village in Cornwall. Follow Vintage GB for more :) #history #thenandnow #cornwall

Incredible now and then photos of Clovelly in North Devon, a village once owned by the Queen of England. Follow Vintage GB for more :) #history #thenandnow #england

Beautiful now and then photos of Whitby, a seaside town in North Yorkshire. Follow Vintage GB for more :) #history #thenandnow #yorkshire

Beatiful then and now photos of St Ives, a historic town in Cornwall. #history #thenandnow

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