Windows on Stamford - Photography/History of Buildings in Stamford
Large format. Fascinating and funny. Great present. New. There are 35 large format colour photographs showing some of Stamford’s most intriguing buildings, and the writing accompanying each picture delves into Stamford’s colourful history, touching on The Knights Templar (visitors to The George Hotel), famous Stamford people such as historian William Stukeley and fattest man in Britain Daniel Lambert. English Heritage extracts provide fascinating detail about the architectural features, age and construction of the buildings. The book brings things right up to date by linking the buildings with the businesses currently housed in them, pubs like the Tobie Norris and Melbourn Brothers Brewery, restaurants like the Bengal Clipper and Morello, and shops ranging from Chameleon Boutique to Superdrug, making this a fascinating snapshot of the evolving town and its diverse shops, culture and commerce. As with the town, each visit to the book reveals new secrets and layers. Visitors to Stamford, old Stamfordians living in exile and lucky locals alike will all enjoy dipping into this fantastical, funny and fascinating book. Ad ID: Delivery Service Consumer Credit