Timeless Stories

Here’s a few bits of info about Woodcote Garden Centre. Back in 2015 it was winner of the UK’s Best Large Garden Centre, a prestigious Garden Retail Awards, under the stewardship of Chris Milan. He passed away in 2017 and this memorial was created in the grounds (pictured).      Under his guidance Woodcote won […]

These images are from The Imperial War Museum and show the work of Student Nurses at St Helier Hospital in Carshalton in 1943. Using 3D technology Secret Carshalton has given the images a new lease of life… You will need to press the play button to view images. You can click the expand button bottom […]

Using new 3D imaging software it’s interesting to see how these old photos are given new life. From the Rector talking to the gardener in the grounds of Grove house, to the High Street and elephants in the ponds. Some work better than others, but it’s fun to view…   © London Borough of Sutton […]

There’s quite a lot to say about this old Penfold Post Box (as it’s now officially known). When it was first installed in Carshalton Beeches over 150 years ago, around 1866, it would have been painted green and gold. About 10 – 15 years later it became red. It’s a much loved but short-lived design […]