Lost Cirencester

Cirencester, a town in Gloucestershire, has a rich history dating back to Roman times. In Lost Cirencester, author Robert Heaven offers a fascinating visual ride through the last 100 years of the town's history, featuring archive black-and-white and color images of buildings, streets, parks, and activities. The book also includes reminders of the mop fairs and carnivals, as well as the lesser-known spectacles such as the flying circus and high-wire acts. It also showcases the associations and clubs that held the community together in good times and bad, and the unsung heroes and locally famous people who are now etched on headstones.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 15 August 2021
Publisher: Amberley Publishing

Cirencester, a historic town in Gloucestershire, boasts a captivating past that traces its roots back to Roman times, when it was known as Corinium. Today, besides its rich heritage, the town attracts numerous visitors thanks to its picturesque location amidst the stunning Cotswold countryside. In his book "Lost Cirencester," author Robert Heaven, a writer for the Wiltshire and Gloucestershire Standard, takes readers on a fascinating visual journey through the last 100 years of the town's history. This captivating snapshot offers a glimpse into life before and after the wars, showcasing the buildings, streets, recreational areas, parks, and activities that once thrived in Cirencester. Through a series of archival black-and-white and color images, readers can explore the remnants of the town's past, including places of worship, parks that have transformed, and activities that have faded into obscurity over time. The book serves as a poignant reminder of the mop fairs and carnivals that once captivated the hearts of Cirencester residents, as well as the lesser-known spectacles such as the flying circus and high-wire acts that graced the town. Additionally, it delves into the associations and clubs that formed the backbone of the community during both prosperous and challenging times. "Lost Cirencester" pays tribute to the unsung heroes and locally renowned individuals who once played significant roles in the town's history but are now etched on headstones. This engrossing visual chronicle offers a captivating glimpse into the changing face of Cirencester, appealing to both residents and visitors alike.

Weight: 300g
Dimension: 165 x 235 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781445698861