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A busy market town on the River Skerne, Darlington has a long and interesting history. Claiming to be the Birthplace of the Railways and home over the centuries to a variety of industries, including textiles and leather, the town has always revolved around a very strong local community. This book explores Darlington''s past, looking at the people, buildings and industries that shaped the modern town. Accompanying captions bring colour to events, occasions and the everyday lives of the community.



Table of Contents
Introduction; 1 Town Centre Street Scenes; 2 Market and Shops; 3 Notable Buildings; 4 Terraces, Villas and Mansions; 5 Water Features; 6 Industrial Darlington; 7 Events and Celebrations; 8 Looking Forward; Acknowledgements

Darlington Remembered

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      Publisher The History Press Ltd
      Published 1 May 2005
      ISBN-13 9780752435558
      978-0752435558
      ISBN-10 0752435558

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      A busy market town on the River Skerne, Darlington has a long and interesting history. Claiming to be the Birthplace of the Railways and home over the centuries to a variety of industries, including textiles and leather, the town has always revolved around a very strong local community. This book explores Darlington''s past, looking at the people, buildings and industries that shaped the modern town. Accompanying captions bring colour to events, occasions and the everyday lives of the community.



      Table of Contents
      Introduction; 1 Town Centre Street Scenes; 2 Market and Shops; 3 Notable Buildings; 4 Terraces, Villas and Mansions; 5 Water Features; 6 Industrial Darlington; 7 Events and Celebrations; 8 Looking Forward; Acknowledgements

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