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Cover of St Osyth - A Century of Village Life in Pictures. © St Osyth Historical Society
In 1910 two businesses existed that supplied sand and gravel as aggregate for building. The Parish council called this practice into question and it continued until the 1950's. © St Osyth Historical Society
The village has always had a keen football and cricket teams. This photo shows all three foorball teams in the 19 59/60 season. © St Osyth Historical Society
This photograph of the St Osyth Nursing and Cadet divisions was taken in 1945 when they were visited by the County Superintendent. © St Osyth Historical Society
These men are mowing the marshes belonging to Blockhouse Wick Farm. 'Wick' means 'grazing lands'. © St Osyth Historical Society
In 1942, tyhe Home Guard, which was formerly the Local Defence Volunteers, made their headquarters in the pavilion on the recreation ground. © St Osyth Historical Society




A Century of Village Life in Pictures
 Location: Essex

The aim of the project is to produce a book of photographs of village life, buildings, people and events in the village of St Osyth since 1900.

The group are the custodians of a village archive of documents, maps and photographs. They will select 80-100 photos for publication in the book, and will research them by interviewing older residents to find out who and what is depicted. Their aim is to encourage a greater interest in local history, both generally and through greater interest in and use of the village archives.

The book will be distributed free to contributors and to local schools, libraries, etc. Surplus copies will be sold and the proceeds used for further heritage projects in St Osyth.


Group Name
St Osyth Historical Society
Address St Osyth, Essex
Project Postcode CO16 8QJ

Grants:
Heritage Lottery Fund: £3,732



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