It was common for young boys to sail with their fathers or uncles in the summer months, on what were known as pleasure trips, and Alfie made one such … [Read more...] about A Grimsby Life – Hardly a Pleasure Trip
Behind the Books
BEHIND THE SCENES – THE CAFE DANSANT
The Café Dansant, Cleethorpes Opening in 1914 and originally known as the Kingsway Pavilion, the Café Dansant was a popular dance and … [Read more...] about BEHIND THE SCENES – THE CAFE DANSANT
BEHIND THE BOOKS – ADVICE TO ANIMAL OWNERS IN WW2
Advice to Animal Owners in WW2 The National Air Raid Precautions Animals Committee was formed in the summer of 1939 to give clear advice in the event … [Read more...] about BEHIND THE BOOKS – ADVICE TO ANIMAL OWNERS IN WW2