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History

 Articles about Shirehampton and the history of the local area.

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More Shirehampton Sketches - Richard Coates

A new compilation of facts and  insights into Shirehampton's long history. More Shirehampton Sketches, is the latest publication from local professor and historian Richard Coates and is now available to read online exclusively on Shire website (please click on the image to open the link). Copies of Richards first publication Shirehampton Sketches are available to buy for £10 from Shirehampton Action.

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Norman Routledge: community building conservationist

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The Diamond Jubilee Drinking Fountain

Richard Coates

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House Names of Shirehampton and Avonmouth

Richard Coates

A Short History of Shirehampton

Ethel Thomas

Bligh Bond - A colourful Architect

Kate Pollard

Bristol Blitz

John Rogers

Building of the Public Hall

Ralph Hack

History of The George Inn

Ralph Hack

Old Postcards of Shirehampton

David Hoey

Pill Ferry

Richard Coates

A Short History of West Town

Richard Coates

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Official Postal Address

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Shirehampton Public Hall,

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Shirehampton,

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