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  • Teessides Industrial Landscape

    Amberley Publishing Teessides Industrial Landscape

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisA wonderful selection of photographs celebrating the crucial heavy industry that is the life blood of Middlesbrough, Redcar and other Teesside areas.

    1 in stock

    £14.39

  • Preston A Potted History

    Amberley Publishing Preston A Potted History

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisAn accessible history of Preston from prehistory to the present day highlighting the cityâs significant events and people.

    Out of stock

    £14.39

  • Celebrating Southampton

    Amberley Publishing Celebrating Southampton

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisA celebration of Southamptonâs rich heritage and identity â its special events, achievements, people, industry and landmarks.

    2 in stock

    £14.39

  • Churches of Norfolk

    Amberley Publishing Churches of Norfolk

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisA fascinating exploration of Norfolkâs historic churches. Will be of interest to all those who live in or are visiting this attractive county in England.

    Out of stock

    £14.39

  • Going Underground Edinburgh

    Amberley Publishing Going Underground Edinburgh

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisA fascinating exploration of the underground world and its history beneath the surface of Edinburgh.Trade Review'Going Underground: Edinburgh is a fascinating tour of the subterranean secrets of our historic city.' -- Edinburgh Life Magazine, November/ December 2023

    3 in stock

    £14.39

  • Newcastle in Photographs

    Amberley Publishing Newcastle in Photographs

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisA stunning collection of images showcasing Newcastle in all its glory, which capture the essence of the city.

    2 in stock

    £16.19

  • Lichfield A Potted History

    Amberley Publishing Lichfield A Potted History

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisAn accessible history of Lichfield from prehistory to the present day highlighting the cityâs significant events and people.

    Out of stock

    £14.39

  • Celebrating Leicester

    Amberley Publishing Celebrating Leicester

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisA celebration of Leicesterâs heritage, culture and identity â its people, significant events and achievements across the centuries.

    15 in stock

    £14.39

  • Secret Shepperton

    Amberley Publishing Secret Shepperton

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisThe lesser-known history of a town that began as an Iron Age settlement and became England's Hollywood.

    Out of stock

    £14.39

  • Secret Burnley  Pendle

    Amberley Publishing Secret Burnley Pendle

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisDiscover the lesser-known and secret hidden illustrated heritage of Burnley and Pendle in Lancashire.

    2 in stock

    £14.39

  • Whitby A Potted History

    Amberley Publishing Whitby A Potted History

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisAn accessible history of Whitby from prehistory to the present day highlighting the townâs significant events and people.

    3 in stock

    £14.39

  • Wakefield A Potted History

    Amberley Publishing Wakefield A Potted History

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisAn accessible history of Wakefield from prehistory to the present day highlighting the cityâs significant events and people.

    1 in stock

    £14.39

  • Secret Bournemouth

    Amberley Publishing Secret Bournemouth

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisSecret Bournemouth explores the lesser-known history of the town of Bournemouth through a fascinating selection of stories, unusual facts and attractive photographs.

    1 in stock

    £14.39

  • Illustrated Tales of Staffordshire

    Amberley Publishing Illustrated Tales of Staffordshire

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisIllustrated throughout, discover the folklore, myths, legends, customs and traditions from Staffordshire that will both enlighten and entertain readers.Trade Review'The county has loads of thrilling folklore to devour.' -- Spooky Isles, Author Interview, October 2023'There is one rather amusing chapter entitled ‘Jack of Hilton’, concerning an object called an ‘aeolipile’, which the author politely calls ‘indecorous’ which is one way of putting it. This is but one of the unexpected delights that await the reader in this splendid introduction to Staffordshire. Highly recommended!' -- Phenomena Magazine, December 2023

    2 in stock

    £14.39

  • Lost Truro

    Amberley Publishing Lost Truro

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisFully illustrated description of Truroâs well known, and lesser known, places that have been lost over the years.

    Out of stock

    £14.39

  • Secret Fens

    Amberley Publishing Secret Fens

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisSecret Fens explores the lesser-known history of the Fens in the East of England through a fascinating selection of stories, unusual facts and attractive photographs.

    1 in stock

    £14.39

  • Secret Warrington

    Amberley Publishing Secret Warrington

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisDiscover the lesser-known heritage of the town of Warrington from across the centuries in this illustrated book.Trade Review'Packed with pictures and stories and tales from the past, it provides a fascinating glimpse into some of the town's little known history.' -- Warrington Guardian, August 2023

    1 in stock

    £14.39

  • Southampton A Potted History

    Amberley Publishing Southampton A Potted History

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisAn accessible history of Southampton from its beginnings to the present day highlighting the cityâs significant events and people.

    1 in stock

    £14.39

  • Secret Perth

    Amberley Publishing Secret Perth

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisSecret Perth explores the lesser-known history of the city of Perth through a fascinating selection of stories, unusual facts and attractive photographs.

    1 in stock

    £14.39

  • Celebrating St Andrews

    Amberley Publishing Celebrating St Andrews

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisA celebration of St Andrewâs rich heritage and identity â its special events, achievements, people, industry and landmarks.

    3 in stock

    £14.39

  • AZ of The Wirral

    Amberley Publishing AZ of The Wirral

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisExplore the Wirral peninsula in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its local history, people and places.

    2 in stock

    £14.39

  • 50 Gems of Oxfordshire

    Amberley Publishing 50 Gems of Oxfordshire

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisLavishly illustrated throughout, this book explores some of the best locations the county of Oxfordshire has to offer.

    1 in stock

    £14.39

  • AZ of St Helens

    Amberley Publishing AZ of St Helens

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisExplore the Merseyside town of St Helens in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places.

    1 in stock

    £14.39

  • Darlington A Potted History

    Amberley Publishing Darlington A Potted History

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisAn accessible history of Darlington from prehistory to the present day highlighting the cityâs significant events and people.

    3 in stock

    £14.39

  • Have a Loff

    Amberley Publishing Have a Loff

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisHumorous photographs over the years from the Black Country by local press photographer Graham Gough.

    2 in stock

    £14.39

  • Lost Coventry

    Amberley Publishing Lost Coventry

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisFully illustrated description of Coventryâs well known, and lesser known, places that have been lost over the years.

    2 in stock

    £14.39

  • 50 Gems of Warwickshire

    Amberley Publishing 50 Gems of Warwickshire

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis beautifully photographed selection of fifty of Warwickshireâs most precious assets shows what makes it such a popular destination.

    1 in stock

    £14.39

  • Now Thats What I Call Bournemouth

    Amberley Publishing Now Thats What I Call Bournemouth

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisExplore this fascinating pictorial history of Bournemouth through the sixties, seventies and eighties.Trade Review'This is a lovely picture book.' -- Dorset Family History Society, December 2023

    1 in stock

    £14.39

  • Churches of Shropshire

    Amberley Publishing Churches of Shropshire

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisA fascinating exploration of Shropshireâs historic churches, both the well known and those waiting to be discovered by a wider audience.

    1 in stock

    £14.39

  • AZ of Ealing

    Amberley Publishing AZ of Ealing

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisExplore the West London borough of Ealing in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places.

    1 in stock

    £14.39

  • Churches of Hampshire

    Amberley Publishing Churches of Hampshire

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisA fascinating exploration of Hampshireâs historic churches. Together with their rich memorials and furnishings there is something for everyone.

    1 in stock

    £14.39

  • 50 Gems of Lincolnshire

    Amberley Publishing 50 Gems of Lincolnshire

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisThis beautifully photographed selection of fifty of Lincolnshireâs most precious assets shows what makes it such a popular destination.

    Out of stock

    £14.39

  • AZ of BexhillonSea

    Amberley Publishing AZ of BexhillonSea

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisExplore the East Sussex seaside town of Bexhill-on-Sea in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places.

    2 in stock

    £14.39

  • Illustrated Tales of Warwickshire

    Amberley Publishing Illustrated Tales of Warwickshire

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe beautiful county of Warwickshire is one of the most popular of English counties. Here is a collection of strange tales and local legends from the county.

    1 in stock

    £14.39

  • Secret New Forest

    Amberley Publishing Secret New Forest

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisSecret New Forest explores the lesser-known history of the New Forest area through a fascinating selection of stories, unusual facts and attractive photographs.

    2 in stock

    £14.39

  • Illustrated Tales of Wiltshire

    Amberley Publishing Illustrated Tales of Wiltshire

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe beautiful county of Wiltshire is one of the most popular of English counties. Here is a collection of strange tales and local legends from the county.Trade Review'Book is beautifully illustrated, adding a whimsical yet eerie touch to the stories about witches, aliens and the unknown.' -- Spooky Isles, October 2023

    1 in stock

    £14.39

  • Churches of Gloucestershire

    Amberley Publishing Churches of Gloucestershire

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisA fascinating exploration of Gloucestershireâs historic churches. This fascinating picture of an important part of the history of Gloucestershire over the centuries will be of interest to all those who live in or are visiting this attractive county in England.

    Out of stock

    £14.39

  • Liverpool A Potted History

    Amberley Publishing Liverpool A Potted History

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisAn accessible history of Liverpool from prehistory to the present day highlighting the cityâs significant events and people.

    5 in stock

    £14.39

  • 50 Gems of Fife

    Amberley Publishing 50 Gems of Fife

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis beautifully photographed selection of fifty of Fifeâs most precious assets shows what makes it such a popular destination.

    2 in stock

    £14.39

  • Secret Warwick

    Amberley Publishing Secret Warwick

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisSecret Warwick explores the lesser-known history of the town of Warwick through a fascinating selection of stories, unusual facts and attractive photographs.

    Out of stock

    £14.39

  • Secret Tewkesbury

    Amberley Publishing Secret Tewkesbury

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisSecret Tewkesbury explores the lesser-known history of the town of Tewkesbury through a fascinating selection of stories, unusual facts and attractive photographs.Trade Review'A fascinating look at Tewkesbury.' -- West Country Life Magazine, October 2023

    1 in stock

    £14.39

  • Norfolk Places Behind the Faces

    Amberley Publishing Norfolk Places Behind the Faces

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisExplores places of interest associated with Norfolk historical characters, events, and film and television locations.

    1 in stock

    £14.39

  • Graveyards and Cemeteries of Fife

    Amberley Publishing Graveyards and Cemeteries of Fife

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe history of burial in Fifeâs graveyards and cemeteries. This fascinating portrait of life and death in Fife over the centuries will appeal to both residents and visitors to this region of Scotland.

    1 in stock

    £14.39

  • Lost Abergavenny

    Amberley Publishing Lost Abergavenny

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisFully illustrated description of Abergavennyâs well known, and lesser known, places that have been lost over the years.

    1 in stock

    £14.39

  • Secret Dorchester and Around

    Amberley Publishing Secret Dorchester and Around

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisSecret Dorchester explores the lesser-known history of the town of Dorchester through a fascinating selection of stories, unusual facts and attractive photographs.Trade Review'Written as a series of chapters covering selected aspects of Dorchester's history from the Neolithic to the Victorian eras, and generously illustrated with modern photographs, Andrew Jackson leads the reader on a fascinating trip around our county town.' -- Dorset Family History Society, December 2023

    1 in stock

    £14.39

  • AZ of the Yorkshire Dales

    Amberley Publishing AZ of the Yorkshire Dales

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisExplore the Yorkshire Dales in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to the areaâs history, people and places.Trade Review'A new book unearths little-known facts about some of the unique aspects of the Dales – from Dent’s terrible knitters to the supposed ‘Yorkshire Yeti’.' -- The Yorkshire Post

    1 in stock

    £14.39

  • Secret Islington and Clerkenwell

    Amberley Publishing Secret Islington and Clerkenwell

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisSecret Clerkenwell and Islington explores the lesser-known history of Clerkenwell and Islington in London through a fascinating selection of stories, unusual facts and attractive photographs.

    1 in stock

    £14.39

  • 50 Gems of Jersey

    Amberley Publishing 50 Gems of Jersey

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis beautifully photographed selection of fifty of Jerseyâs most precious assets shows what makes it such a popular destination.

    1 in stock

    £14.39

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