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A contrast in styles in Spon Street where the old will soon be overshadowed by the new as
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A contrast in styles in Spon Street where the old will soon be overshadowed by the new as
A contrast in styles in Spon Street where the old will soon be overshadowed by the new as a 17 storey block of flats starts to rise by the side of the Inner Ring Road. Coventry, West Midlands. June 1966
Coventry Telegraph Archive
Mirrorpix
Coventry
West Midlands
England
Media ID 21829264
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Coventry Crane Flat Spon Street 1966 West Midlands
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A glimpse into the past captures a striking contrast in architectural styles along Spon Street, Coventry. In this print from June 1966, the old buildings stand proudly as a testament to the city's rich history, while an imposing crane looms overhead, signaling the imminent arrival of modernity. The scene is set against the backdrop of Coventry's Inner Ring Road, where bustling traffic and pedestrians navigate their way through this evolving urban landscape. The charm of Spon Street lies in its quaint cobblestone streets and picturesque facades that harken back to a bygone era. However, change is on the horizon as construction begins on a towering 17-storey block of flats adjacent to these historic structures. This juxtaposition between old and new creates a visual spectacle that encapsulates both nostalgia and progress. As we peer into this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of how cities constantly reinvent themselves. The pedestrian subway beneath our feet serves as a metaphorical bridge connecting Coventry's past with its future aspirations. This photograph from Memory Lane Prints transports us back to an era when architectural transformations were shaping West Midlands' skyline. It invites contemplation about how our surroundings evolve over time while preserving fragments of heritage amidst rapid development.
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