Project in print

This month all of the homes in the project area have received one of these small Woolaway Reminiscence Project books. The book contains highlights from the project blog. It’s been put together so those without access to a computer can see what the project is all about. I’ve been updating this blog regularly since the project began late last summer. This book is a celebration of the stories and images collected so far. It has been produced in large print text, to make the book more accessible. I enjoyed the process of putting this book together and reviewing all of the material collected so far. The book is A5, 20 pages, saddle stitched (staple bound) and printed on thick uncoated paper stock.

Earlier this month I gave a talk about the Woolaway Reminiscence Project to the local History Group, at the Priorswood Community Centre. I enjoyed talking to the group and hearing about some of their ideas for the project. As a group they’ve produced an informative local history book ‘Priorswood Past and Present’, which has been helpful in my research. Giving this talk helped to spread the word about the project to help get more residents involved.

Four ways to get involved in the project remotely

1. Memories over telephone 

During this time of social distancing and isolation for some due to the Coronavirus, I won’t be visiting residents in their homes. However, I would like to offer telephone chats to any residents that would like to get involved in the project. A time could be arranged to have a conversation, to share your memories of your life in your Woolaway home. If you would like to talk to me over the phone please email me to arrange a time: woolawaystories@gmail.com or via Angela Bolitho on 01823 785580 

2. Memories by email

If you have scanned or digital photos to share of past times in and around the area, these can be emailed directly to me at: woolawaystories@gmail.com Please feel free to write a bit about your photos in the email. 

3. Memory cards

Each home also received a Memory card, blank on the back for your own stories. These can still be hand posted to the office at 27 Rochester Road. 

4. View the project book online

Anyone can view the book : Click here

With home visits not possible for a while, I will still be visiting the area to take photographs of the streets and outside areas. Especially whilst some of the trees are blossoming. I hope all of the residents are keeping well during these uncertain times.

Carolyn Lefley