I have my dear other half to thank for finding this picture online. I lived in the village from 1965 to 1975. The artist is Hazel Brown and it is what it looked like in 1899. I can honestly say that though the village has grown since then, this particular area hasn't changed at all.
On our trip back several years ago, we visited the pub for lunch (the building on the right). A familiar sight from my time living there, was of a local farmer coming in to enjoy his pint in the evening, while his two collies lay in front of the open fire. I can almost feel the warmth of it as my memories travel down these country lanes.
The last time Gregg and I were there, from the pub we walked a short distance to the church where we were married, and where our son was eventually Christened.
The field with the gate is where they held the Apple Pie Fair every year, an event where my friends and I would meet and enjoy the festivities. The fair always attracted quite a crowd.
I loved the village, still do, and I thank you for visiting and sharing memories of my time there.
I hope your day is a great one.
