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Newport Woolworths FWW01_01_0303_001
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Newport Woolworths FWW01_01_0303_001
F W Woolworth and Company Limited, 103 - 104 High Street, Newport, Newport and Carisbrooke, Isle of Wight. Exterior view showing the front elevation of F W Woolworth and Company Limited, 103-104 High Street.
The Newport store was the 303rd branch of Woolworths to open in the British Isles, in 1928. This photograph shows the store shortly after it opened
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Media ID 25316116
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High Street Shop Shopping Woolworths Window Display
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This print captures the essence of a bygone era on Newport's bustling High Street. The image showcases the grand front elevation of F W Woolworth and Company Limited, one of the most iconic chain stores in Britain during its time. Standing proudly at 103-104 High Street, this particular branch was the 303rd to open its doors across the British Isles back in 1928. The photograph transports us back to those early days when excitement filled the air as locals flocked to explore this new shopping destination. With its striking architecture and inviting window display, it is easy to imagine passersby being drawn into a world of endless possibilities within those walls. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we can't help but appreciate how far retail has come since then. This image serves as a reminder of how these beloved department stores were once at the heart of communities, offering an array of goods that catered to every need and desire. Preserved within Historic England Archive's collection, this print not only documents an important part of Newport's history but also invites us to reflect on our changing shopping habits over time. It reminds us that behind every brick-and-mortar establishment lies stories waiting to be discovered and cherished for generations to come.
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