Walk 1: Round the ancient earthworks Walk 2: The village of Chipping Hill Walk 3: The Town Centre Each of these three files contains the details of a single walk around part of Witham, including photographs and descriptions. Click on the one you want, and you’ll see the route and the history. Although the walks … Continue reading “Three walks round Witham”
Tag: Powershall End
The Lees family and the Midland Bank during the Second World War
Introduction by Janet Gyford The text was written by James Lees (later known as Dickie), with sections by his father Stanley, who was Cashier in Charge at the Midland Bank. James’ younger brother was Christopher (nicknamed Topher). Jill, born in 1940, was the boys’ younger sister. Their mother was always present but not named. … Continue reading “The Lees family and the Midland Bank during the Second World War”
Powershall End, street renumbering, 1970
Street re-numbering of Powershall End, 1970 The information comes from a map given to Janet Gyford by Witham Urban District Council in 1970. List of changes to numbers at Powershall End in 1970