The House That Held Our Christmas In The 1970s is a home where architectural character and estate origins converge. Lived… Read more The House That Held Our Christmas In The 1970s
Tag: Gosforth
Typhoid Comes To Gosforth
Typhoid outbreak in Gosforth: “No man knows when it was built; its unsanitary condition has killed off so many of its natives that no oldest inhabitant survives to record its history …”
Street Name Origins
When researching the history or a property it is interesting to consider the significance of a property or street name. You may find for example that the name has some link to a former building that stood on the site – A street name may have some association with the builder or developer or be related to its geographical situation.
John Mood Stationer and Conscientious Objector
Long time residents of Gosforth will recall a stationery shop on Gosforth High Street, Moods of Gosforth. As children, it was a treat to visit the shop and consider which of the books or stationery we might request for our next birthday or Christmas gift. These memories have prompted us to look at the history of this much-loved shop and its founder.
Richard Welford
The first most comprehensive history of Gosforth was published in 1879, namely “A History of The Parish of Gosforth” by Richard Welford. Join us for a snapshot glimpse into the life of this remarkable man who lived on Gosforth High Street.
Robert Whitfield Falconer: A Gosforth Story
Robert Whitfield Falconer was a Gosforth resident who lived in the area during the late Victorian and Edwardian period. Born… Read more Robert Whitfield Falconer: A Gosforth Story
Imagine A New Victorian Terrace!
Imagine a new Victorian Terrace! A search of the early archive planning register revealed that the first planning application for… Read more Imagine A New Victorian Terrace!
Gosforth Heritage Postcards: Gosforth History What Old Postcards Can Tell Us
Historic postcards offer fascinating glimpses of Gosforth’s streets, houses and everyday life. Discover what these old views can reveal about the history of the area.
Where Do the Names Gosforth and Jesmond Come From?
Have you ever wondered where the name Gosforth came from? The answer is not quite as straightforward as it might… Read more Where Do the Names Gosforth and Jesmond Come From?