Formby: Then & Now by Reginald Yorke, Barbara Yorke (Hardback) Book

Formby is a compact town. Its shopping centre is situated approximately 10 miles north of Liverpool. Probably in existence even prior to Norse settlement, growth and expansion began in 1848 when the railway from Liverpool to Southport was opened, making Formby more accessible. Until then, Formby had been just a small rural hamlet, and it remains a virtual island in the greenbelt, bounded by the sea to the west and farmland to the east. The sandy coastal strip has been designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest and a Special Area of Conservation, and includes two National Nature Reserves.\n\nThis nostalgic collection of images highlights how fast the area is changing, and reveals the many sites of enormous historical significance that remain. Insightful captions explore the history of the area in a volume that will delight visitors and residents alike.\n\nSince Reg Yorke\u2019s retirement from his medical career, and Barbara Yorke\u2019s from her work as a magistrate (for whi.