Memory Lane Burton and South Derbyshire - paperback

Memory Lane Burton and South Derbyshire is a superb range of pictures covering decades of local history. Well-known local journalist and compiler of The Mail Remembers, Dave Stacey spent hours of detailed and pleasurable research in preparing Memory Lane for publication.

As well `as using the extensive photographic records of the Burton Mail he has been assisted by Burton Civic Society, and local sports historian, Ted Smith.

This is much more than just a compilation of photographs, but rather a pictorial history of Burton and Neighbouring South Derbyshire through the ages. You will see how familiar places have changed over the decades, how the breweries, the mines and the clay industry developed and declined over the years, how the area came through the two World Wars, and the Fauld disaster. The lives, homes and work of our forebears remain an enduring interest as we developed and the pace of life speeds up. But here is a glimpse at life when slower, and more thoughtful attitudes prevailed.

We hope you enjoy it, and like us, will regard it not only as a permanent record but a source of pleasure.