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High Street History: Religious heritage
While some places of worship have been repurposed, they can't shake off their religious roots.
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High Street History: Plaques
Blue plaques link places to their famous sons and daughters. But how do they get there?
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High Street History: Post-war buildings
Unloved by many, the concrete and glass of the post-war era is finding its place on the High Street.
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War Memorials
Learn the secrets of the past, revealed by clues on the high streets of today
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High Street History: Just the facts
Learn the secrets of the past, revealed by clues on the high streets of today. For a richer version, explore our High Street History interactive.
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History & The Arts
High Street History
Learn the secrets of the past, revealed by clues on the high streets of today.
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High Street History: Clock towers
How better to measure the passage of time than by taking a close look at a clock tower?
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High Street History: Railway stations
We're getting there... and railway stations show us how the journey was made.
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High Street History: Street furniture
Take a second look at that post box...
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High Street History: Factories
Once a place of industry; now a witness to history.
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High Street History: Restaurants
Do you fancy a quick bite? Look around you - there are stories hidden in the walls.
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High Street History: Houses
A house is more than a house. It's even more than home. It can be a history lesson, too.