The present-day, bustling market town of Yeovil has lost more than its fair
share of historic buildings to the hands of the post-war developer. Many an old
Yeovilian will fondly recall the medieval, half-timbered George Hotel (on Middle
Street), and the Town Station which once boasted two stationmasters (GWR and
LSWR). Regrettable, both have long since been swept away.
However, this fascinating selection of about 200 photographs, culled largely
from the unrivalled collection at the Museum of South Somerset, allows the
observer to revisit those once familiar scenes that are now gone forever.
Notable personalities of the town's past are also features, with mayors rubbing
shoulders with writers, firemen, footballers and bandsmen!
Communities covered include Barwick, Brympton, Mudford, Tintinhull and other
places within a ten-mile radius of Yeovil. The compilers have delved deep into
the local history of the area to produce a tantilising glimpse of the so-called
'good old days'.
Contents:
Acknowledgements
Introduction
1. Street Scenes
2. Industries
3. Public Services
4. Traders
5. Transport
6. Events
7. Disasters
8. School-Days
9. Pastimes
10. Personalities
11. ... and Around
