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Miners Gala
Speakers walking towards The Racecourse for the Durham Miners Gala, Durham City, 26th July 1952. DA Box 558. Front row: l-r: Sam Watson, Aneurin Bevan, the Mayor, Cllr G McIntyre, Margaret Herbison; back row: Mr D B Martin-Jones, The Mayoress, Mrs M J McIntyre.
Speakers walking towards The Racecourse for the Durham Miners Gala, Durham City, 26th July 1952. DA Box 558. Front row: l-r: Sam Watson, Aneurin Bevan, the Mayor, Cllr G McIntyre, Margaret Herbison; back row: Mr D B Martin-Jones, The Mayoress, Mrs M J McIntyre.
Miners Gala
Detail of trombonists playing at Durham Miners Gala, Durham City, 26th July 1952. DA Box 558. Paused in front of Bramwell's the opticians on Elvet Bridge. The two who are minus their jackets and hats give an indication of the glorious weather that year.
Detail of trombonists playing at Durham Miners Gala, Durham City, 26th July 1952. DA Box 558. Paused in front of Bramwell's the opticians on Elvet Bridge. The two who are minus their jackets and hats give an indication of the glorious weather that year.
Miners Gala
Mr Sam Watson, secretary of the Durham Miners Association cracking a joke in his introduction to Mr Bevan on the platform at Durham Miners Gala, Durham City, 26th July 1952. DA Box 558.
Mr Sam Watson, secretary of the Durham Miners Association cracking a joke in his introduction to Mr Bevan on the platform at Durham Miners Gala, Durham City, 26th July 1952. DA Box 558.
Miners Gala
Orderly procession through the streets at Durham Miners Gala, Durham City, 26th July 1952, following the Crookhall banner. In the background is the banner of Beamish Air Colliery. DA Box 558.
Orderly procession through the streets at Durham Miners Gala, Durham City, 26th July 1952, following the Crookhall banner. In the background is the banner of Beamish Air Colliery. DA Box 558.
Edis photographers shop
Shop front of photographic studio and premises of J R Edis, Saddler Street, Durham City, c1920.
Shop front of photographic studio and premises of J R Edis, Saddler Street, Durham City, c1920.
Edis studio gallery
Interior of the gallery at the photographic studio and premises of J R Edis and Daisy Edis, Saddler Street, Durham City, c1920. Many of the negatives for portraits on the walls are in the Beamish Collection.
Interior of the gallery at the photographic studio and premises of J R Edis and Daisy Edis, Saddler Street, Durham City, c1920. Many of the negatives for portraits on the walls are in the Beamish Collection.
Cathedral
Illustration of Durham Cathedral and Fulling Mill, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: The famous view of Durham Cathedral from the SW. It was this view that inspired Sir Walter Scott in 1816 to write the following - Grey towers of Durham, yet well I love thy mixed and massive piles, half church of God, half castle 'gainst the Scot, and long to roam these venerable aisles with records of deeds long since forgot. These words can be seen in...
Illustration of Durham Cathedral and Fulling Mill, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: The famous view of Durham Cathedral from the SW. It was this view that inspired Sir Walter Scott in 1816 to write the following - Grey towers of Durham, yet well I love thy mixed and massive piles, half church of God, half castle 'gainst the Scot, and long to roam these venerable aisles with records of deeds long since forgot. These words can be seen in...
The Curtain, South Street
Illustration of The Curtain, South Street, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: This view shows a lost part of the city which stood below St Margaret's Church at the junction of South Street and Crossgate. The name Curtain in this case simply means encircling wall. The sketch was made at a time when this area was a notorious slum (see John Spear's Sanitary Report of 18th October 1881).
Illustration of The Curtain, South Street, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: This view shows a lost part of the city which stood below St Margaret's Church at the junction of South Street and Crossgate. The name Curtain in this case simply means encircling wall. The sketch was made at a time when this area was a notorious slum (see John Spear's Sanitary Report of 18th October 1881).
Looking Down Millburngate
Illustration of Looking down Millburngate, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: An interesting view looking down Millburngate. The cottages on the right were sixteenth century and, despite public controversy, were demolished in 1934. The Barley Sheaf Inn was 122 Millburngate and the landlord was J Shaw. The chimney to the left of the Barley Sheaf is probably that of Blagdons leather works.
Illustration of Looking down Millburngate, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: An interesting view looking down Millburngate. The cottages on the right were sixteenth century and, despite public controversy, were demolished in 1934. The Barley Sheaf Inn was 122 Millburngate and the landlord was J Shaw. The chimney to the left of the Barley Sheaf is probably that of Blagdons leather works.
The Horse Hole, Millburngate
Illustration of The Horse Hole, Millburngate, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: This view shows the spire of St Nicholas Church in the centre. This area was known as the Horse Hole. There was a ford here which led to Walkergate on the opposite side of the river.
Illustration of The Horse Hole, Millburngate, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: This view shows the spire of St Nicholas Church in the centre. This area was known as the Horse Hole. There was a ford here which led to Walkergate on the opposite side of the river.
The "Cock", New Elvet
Illustration of The "Cock", New Elvet, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: The Cock Inn, New Elvet, was at the time of the sketch run by Mr H Coxford. The building is now demolished and the property on the right is part of the Three Tuns Hotel.
Illustration of The "Cock", New Elvet, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: The Cock Inn, New Elvet, was at the time of the sketch run by Mr H Coxford. The building is now demolished and the property on the right is part of the Three Tuns Hotel.
The Tithe Barns, Old Houses in Hallgarth Street
Illustration of old houses in Hallgarth Street, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: This type of housing was quite common throughout the city; however by the 1930s there were few examples left. These houses stood near the present Victoria public house.
Illustration of old houses in Hallgarth Street, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: This type of housing was quite common throughout the city; however by the 1930s there were few examples left. These houses stood near the present Victoria public house.
Allergate
Illustration of Allergate, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: The name Allergate comes from the original name of Alvertongate, one of the medieval streets.
Illustration of Allergate, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: The name Allergate comes from the original name of Alvertongate, one of the medieval streets.
The Tithe Barns, Hallgarth Street
Illustration of The Tithe Barns, Hallgarth Street, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: Elvet Tithe Barn in Hallgarth Street was originally built for the collection of tithes from tenants of the Dean and Chapter. The building is mid 15th century and a fine example. It was threatened with demolition as late as 1972; it is now part of the Prison Officers Club.
Illustration of The Tithe Barns, Hallgarth Street, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: Elvet Tithe Barn in Hallgarth Street was originally built for the collection of tithes from tenants of the Dean and Chapter. The building is mid 15th century and a fine example. It was threatened with demolition as late as 1972; it is now part of the Prison Officers Club.
The Old Gaol, Saddler Street
Illustration of a portion of the Old Gaol, Saddler Street, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: This 13th century bastion can still be seen through a doorway situated above the University bookshop. it was part of a defensive gate with portcullis. It became the County Gaol when it was rebuilt in 1417 and was dismantled in 1820, owing to problems with coaches travelling to and from the Bailey.
Illustration of a portion of the Old Gaol, Saddler Street, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: This 13th century bastion can still be seen through a doorway situated above the University bookshop. it was part of a defensive gate with portcullis. It became the County Gaol when it was rebuilt in 1417 and was dismantled in 1820, owing to problems with coaches travelling to and from the Bailey.
A yard in New Elvet
Illustration of a yard in New Elvet, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: It was here at 34 New Elvet that James Seyburn first started his carriage works in the city. He commenced business in 1885; by 1889 his business had outgrown the premises and he moved to 57/58 New Elvet. Elvet Riverside now stands on the site shown in this sketch.
Illustration of a yard in New Elvet, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: It was here at 34 New Elvet that James Seyburn first started his carriage works in the city. He commenced business in 1885; by 1889 his business had outgrown the premises and he moved to 57/58 New Elvet. Elvet Riverside now stands on the site shown in this sketch.
Old houses on Elvet bridge
Illustration of Old houses on Elvet Bridge, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: The small building on the left situated above the pier, which dates from the 13th century was formerly the 13th century chapel of St Andrew. In the great flood of 1771 four of the central arches of the bridge were swept away.
Illustration of Old houses on Elvet Bridge, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: The small building on the left situated above the pier, which dates from the 13th century was formerly the 13th century chapel of St Andrew. In the great flood of 1771 four of the central arches of the bridge were swept away.
Looking down Crossgate
Illustration of Looking down Crossgate, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: Most of Crossgate now appears to be a collection of 18th and 19th century houses, but many have new frontages covering much older buildings.
Illustration of Looking down Crossgate, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: Most of Crossgate now appears to be a collection of 18th and 19th century houses, but many have new frontages covering much older buildings.
Millburngate
Illustration of Millburngate, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: This view is taken looking up Millburngate towards the junction where Crossgate and North Road meet. The Barley Sheaf Inn is on the left.
Illustration of Millburngate, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: This view is taken looking up Millburngate towards the junction where Crossgate and North Road meet. The Barley Sheaf Inn is on the left.
Silver Street
Illustration of Silver Street, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: This view has hardly changed since 1886. The property in the centre has been carefully restored in the 1980s and now has its timber-framed 16th century frontage exposed.
Illustration of Silver Street, 1886. Taken from book 'Pen and Ink Sketches in the Streets of Durham' by Fred W Morgan, first published June 1886, but reprinted with comments by G R Batho and M F Richardson in 1993. Comments: This view has hardly changed since 1886. The property in the centre has been carefully restored in the 1980s and now has its timber-framed 16th century frontage exposed.
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