Goldthorpe Collection

Dearne District Light Railway, Wath upon Dearne, Yorkshire
Dearne District Light Railway, Wath upon Dearne, near Goldthorpe/Thurnscoe, Yorkshire, England. Showing Car No. 8 in Wath Cutting Date: 1933

Barnsley S63 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Barnsley S63 9

Installing a damp proof course in a house in Goldthorpe, South Yorkshire, 1957. Artist
Installing a damp proof course in a house in Goldthorpe, South Yorkshire, 1957. A contractor using a cutting machine to create a channel in which to insert a damp proof membrane

Fleet of AEC Regal Mk4s belonging to Philipsons Coaches, Goldthorpe, South Yorkshire, 1963. The company operated from Goldthorpe in South Yorkshire for a many years both on coastal excursions

National Provincial Bank located in a terraced house, Goldthope, South Yorkshire, 1963. The National Provincial Bank was formed in 1933 in an office in Threadneedle Street in London

Fleet of Phillipsons coaches, Goldthorpe, South Yorkshire, 1963. Phillipsons Coaches operated from Goldthorpe for many years both on coastal excursions and local services

Gas, Your Silent Servant, Gas Board exhibition, Goldthorpe, South Yorkshire, 1961. The Gas Board, always in competition with the locally produced coal gas

Self service shopping, Carlines store, Goldthorpe, South Yorshire, 1961 Artist: Michael
Self service shopping, Carlines store, Goldthorpe, South Yorshire, 1961. This photograph shows a good example of the new style of self service shops which were becoming popular at the time

High street shopping, Goldthorpe, South Yorkshire, 1961. Artist: Michael Walters
High street shopping, Goldthorpe, South Yorkshire, 1961. Doncaster Road in Goldthorpe was typical of the high street architecture of the time

Cash and carry interior, Goldthorpe, South Yorkshire, 1960. Artist: Michael Walters
Cash and carry interior, Goldthorpe, South Yorkshire, 1960. As the country entered a new decade, there became a rush on the high street to create the self service store, a new way to shop

The new generation of cash and carry, Goldthorpe, South Yorkshire, 1960. As the country entered a new decade, there became a rush on the high street to create the self service store

The National Provincial Bank, Goldthorpe, South Yorkshire, 1960. Artist: Michael Walters
The National Provincial Bank, Goldthorpe, South Yorkshire, 1960. The National Provincial Bank was formed in 1833 in an office in Threadneedle Street in London

TV and recording star Wee Willie Harris visits South Yorkshire, 1958. Artist
TV and recording star Wee Willie Harris visits South Yorkshire, 1958. For a promotion for Morphy Richards, who were based in Swinton, South Yorkshire

Damp proofing, Goldthorpe, South Yorkshire, 1957. Artist: Michael Walters
Damp proofing, Goldthorpe, South Yorkshire, 1957. Two workers use a cutting machine used to create a channel in which to insert a damp proof membrane

Invitation card, Inner Wheel Club, Tunbridge Wells, Kent -- Lecture Programme for 1938 and 1939. Date: 1938

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Goldthorpe, a small town nestled in the Dearne District of South Yorkshire, holds a rich history and charm that captivates all who visit. From its humble beginnings as a mining community to its vibrant present-day atmosphere, it has always been a place of significance. In the early 20th century, the Dearne District Light Railway connected Goldthorpe with neighboring towns like Wath upon Dearne, providing convenient transportation for both residents and visitors alike. This railway served as an essential lifeline for the town's growth and development. During the mid-1900s, Goldthorpe witnessed various transformations that shaped its identity. In 1957, an artist captured the essence of this period by depicting workers installing a damp proof course in one of the houses—a testament to progress and improvement within the community. The year 1963 marked another milestone for Goldthorpe when Philipsons Coaches introduced their fleet of AEC Regal Mk4s. These buses became synonymous with travel opportunities and opened up new horizons for locals seeking adventure beyond their hometown. Notably, even financial services found their place amidst terraced houses in Goldthorpe. The National Provincial Bank established itself within this tight-knit community in 1963—an embodiment of trustworthiness and stability during changing times. Gas was also celebrated as "Your Silent Servant" through an exhibition organized by Gas Board in 1961. This event showcased how gas revolutionized daily life activities such as cooking and heating homes—highlighting technological advancements that improved living standards. Self-service shopping gained popularity during this era too; Carlines store offered convenience to shoppers while Michael Walters' artwork beautifully depicted bustling high street scenes from 1961—capturing moments frozen in time forever. Cash-and-carry stores emerged as symbols of modernity during this period; they epitomized efficiency and affordability.