Compare pictures of same location in Essex town 45 years apart
Taken 45 years apart, these photos from the same location show the changes in Loughton since the start of 20th century.
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Taken 45 years apart, these photos from the same location show the changes in Loughton since the start of 20th century.
One of the many lost inns in Epping high street was The Cock.
One of the many lost inns in Epping high street was The Cock.
Firefighters tackling the fire at the Royal Forest Hotel in 1912. Credit: Gary Stone The Royal Forest Hotel pictured above in 1912 with onlookers as Chingford’s volunteer fire fighters tackle a devastating blaze at the hotel. Built in 1880 by architect Edmond Egan, the building boasted artistically and distinctively furnished fine dining rooms as well as a banqueting hall for large parties. In the grounds was a large pavilion that could hold up to 700 people. After the fire the hotel was rebuilt on a smaller scale. A modern-day view of the hotel The stables to the right were l...
The Royal Forest Hotel pictured above in 1912 with onlookers as Chingford’s volunteer fire fighters tackle a devastating blaze at the hotel.