If you’re looking for an unusual gift, we have some great ideas. Here are a selection of books and CDs we have for sale on Gainsborough’s local history.

You can download a PDF guide to our publications and CDs by clicking - Publications Catalogue

Below is a list of the publications and CDs we have for sale. All book prices exclude postage and packing and we can accept payments through Paypal, please see below.

Books

Quakerism in Lincolnshire by Susan Davis This softback 129 page book gives a fascinating account of the Society of Friends in Lincolnshire. It covers the start of the Society of Friends until 1989 when the book was published. Price: £5

Daisy Girdlestone (Producer of Photographer and producer of pantomimes and concerts.   

Relive the pantomimes and concerts produced by Daisy – Gainsborough’s first woman photographer. Many wonderful photographs loaned to us by the ‘Merry Madcaps.’ Price: £5

Marshalls of Gainsborough from the local point of view: Vol. 1: The Trent Works and Britannia Band.   

Did you play in the Britannia Band – take instruction at the Technical School or test the Field Marshall tractor at the Trent Works – this book has the answers. Price: £6.99

Cedar Cottage: Gainsborough’s lost house.  

Built by the Mercer family, ‘Gainsborough’s Lost House’ was later purchased by the Gamble family – then was home to Dr Moxon – after that became the Convent School (before its removal to Lea Hall), and finally became the Masonic Lodge. Price £3

Richmond House (formerly The Hollies).  

Home to the Iveson family (solicitors down Lord Street) then bought by Charles Richmond (solicitor), and given to the town of Gainsborough. Hosted many art exhibitions by local and eminent painters. Price: £7.50

Businesses on the East Side of the Market Place. 

Starting at the National Westminster Bank, and ending down Curtis Walk, step inside the Grand Cinema, then make a purchase at Bomers Store. Call in at the HSBC Bank, and find the George Eliot connection, and how about a drink at the Black Head pub? Price: £10

Businesses on the West Side of the Market Place.

Starting at Dixons the drapers, and ending at the Public Benefit Sop. Pop into Barrow’s grocery shop, make your will at Burton & Dyson, borrow a book from the New Way Library, or pick up a newspaper at Caldicotts. Price: £10

Saint Michael and All Angels Church.

Tells the story of a Church moved from London in 1896, and rebuilt at the corner of Ropery Road and North Warren Road in Gainsborough. This book is full of memories of the community spirit of this Church, and illustrated with wonderful photographs. Price £5

Ropery Road School 1906-1965.

Tells the story of a popular local school. Packed with memories from former pupils and photographs. Relive your schools days with your favourite teachers such as Mr Kenyon, look through prize lists from the West Lindsey Music Festivals and other schools results such as certificates and swimming contests. A donation will be made to All Saints Church from the proceeds of sales of this book. Price: £6.99

Market Street – The odd-numbers side.

This book brings together a street with very diverse businesses. Read about William Rose, Surfleets, Cooper and Baumber, the Marquis of Granby, Reg Hall Insurance, Barnes the clock-makers and Gainsborough’s first Chinese takeaway. You can read a sample of the book here. A donation will be made to All Saints Church from the proceeds of sales of this book. Price: £10

The Co-op Galas.

Were you one of the Gala’s Queens or did you win a race? Find out if you’re in our new book and read about Gainsborough’s popular Gala days. Price £3.

Our new book: “The History of the Gainsborough Division of St. John Ambulance Brigade’ has been published. This 143-page A4 sized book tells the history of the Gainsborough Division who are celebrating their centenary this year. Discover how the Division was formed and how it helped in two World Wars, met with Royalty and leading members of the British Establishment and continues its work today.

There is also the history of The Temperance Hall. Oscar Wilde came to the Hall to give one of his famous lectures. The Hall was also home to the Gainsborough Young Farmers, 5^th Battalion Lincolnshire Regiment and Symingtons. Price: £7.50

Ration Book Recipes - this A4, 32 page book has 26 recipes to choose from including: Potato Scones, Mock Duck, Sugarless Apples Dessert, Brown Betty and Vinegar Cake. Price: £4.99

A Brief History of Marshall Sons & Co Ltd

You’ll find information on this well known and respected family business. A sure hit for Marshall enthusiasts and those who have an interest in the town. Price: £4.50

Gainsborough at War -1939-1945

Here we look back at how the War changed the way the town is today. This book has been carefully updated to enhance the original author’s work. Find out where was targeted and bombed then take a look at the aircraft involved in the air attacks on the area. Price: £5.00

Famous Sons and Daughters of Town and District

We take a look at some of the famous people that were born in the area. Read about how the town influenced them. So how many people do you know that came from the town? Let’s find out. Price: £10.00

Three Tickets for the Workhouse

We take a look at some memories recalled to Mr. Stan Otter. The original interviews have been transcribed, so for the first time you can read these ‘raw’ accounts from local people. The language has been kept true to the recordings which gives us some wonderful examples of our local dialect. Price: £5.00

Memories of the Floods Including a Brief History

In this book, you can read about the 1947 floods, but now it includes information about the recent floods and the new defence works on the Riverside, brought to life with personal accounts and evoking images. Price: £8.00

Twelfth Submarine Flotilla X-Craft

This book has been brought up-to-date with much more information on the X-Craft and of the role it played. This version includes some new pictures and information on the people that were involved with the X-Craft during its war years. Price: £8.00

Pubs and Inns of Gainsborough

This insightful book allows us to look back at when the town had a thriving pub and inn business. We take a look at some of the ‘locals’ a little closer and for the first time we have included a list of publicans or occupants within the pub yards. Price: £5.00

Coming soon - two new Stan Otter books - ‘Pitch, Pine and Rivets’ and ‘Straight from the Hosses mouth’

To order any of the above books please call: 01427 612 030

If you live in Gainsborough we offer free delivery. For other postage, please get in touch.

The Gainsborough and District Heritage Association - helping preserve Gainsborough’s heritage and history for today and tomorrow. Registered Charity: 1077538 Contact us : susan@gainsboroughheritage.com

The Old Post Office, 12, North Street, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 2HS