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The end of an era, Coventrys West Orchard multi-storey carpark lies flattened in a
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The end of an era, Coventrys West Orchard multi-storey carpark lies flattened in a
The end of an era, Coventrys West Orchard multi-storey carpark lies flattened in a heap of twisted girders bricks and rubble. This picture, taken from the Hotel Leofric balcony shows the dramatic change as the city prepares for a new lease of life. The site will soon be cleared and the first signs of the new Burtons superstore will ride from the ashes. 14th September 1988
Staff
Coventry Telegraph Archive
Mirrorpix
Coventry
West Midlands
England
Media ID 21804572
© Mirrorpix
Building Site Construction Conventry Demolition Mall Rubble Shops And Shopping 1988
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The end of an era, Coventry's West Orchard multi-storey carpark lies flattened in a heap of twisted girders, bricks, and rubble. This picture captures the dramatic change that is sweeping through the city as it prepares for a new lease of life. Taken from the Hotel Leofric balcony on 14th September 1988, this image showcases the monumental transformation taking place. The site will soon be cleared to make way for the exciting development of Burtons superstore, rising triumphantly from the ashes. As one chapter closes with the demolition and removal of this iconic structure, another begins with promises of progress and modernity. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of Coventry's evolution during the 1980s – an era marked by construction projects and urban renewal. The hillman house mall once stood proudly here but now only fragments remain amidst piles of debris. As viewers gaze upon this scene captured by our dedicated staff at Memory Lane Prints, they are transported back to a time when shops and shopping were transforming landscapes across cities like Coventry. It is not just about commercial use; it is about witnessing history unfold before our eyes. Let us reflect on how far we have come since then while cherishing these glimpses into our past.
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