Harringay, Haringey - So Good they Spelt it Twice!
Help! I need some written memories of the Arena and/ or Stadium for a project
I guess I am addressing this to the older members of HOL (but not necessarily) especially our History bloggers. I am putting together a short project for my studies on the Arena and Stadium. Obviously, I have Hugh's excellent articles for the facts and I have collected a couple of snippets from other discussions but if you ever attended a show, saw a circus, remember what it was like to live near them, have a family member/ neighbour who has these memories please please, please could you write it down either as a blog post on here, tagged 'Harringay memories' or send it to me as a document.
I would be most grateful. I have to write a proposal for conserving something of our local heritage and I am suggesting an electronic archive of material on the Arena/Stadium with a view to an exhibition. I would like a few examples of witness accounts which would also I have argued serve as a witness to the social history of the neighbourhood in the post war years (if I'm lucky enough to get anything pre war, I 'd consider it a BIG bonus).
Thanking anyone in advance who offers any little snippets
Liz
I would be most grateful. I have to write a proposal for conserving something of our local heritage and I am suggesting an electronic archive of material on the Arena/Stadium with a view to an exhibition. I would like a few examples of witness accounts which would also I have argued serve as a witness to the social history of the neighbourhood in the post war years (if I'm lucky enough to get anything pre war, I 'd consider it a BIG bonus).
Thanking anyone in advance who offers any little snippets
Liz
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Permalink Reply by Liz on
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There isn't an urgent deadline as such as this material would be a follow up to an initial letter I'm drafting but Christmas may be a little late, earlier if possible. Cheeky I know, sorry.
Any memories gratefully received.
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Permalink Reply by Hugh on
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There seems to be a cluster of older long-term residents on many roads. If you like I can check with one or two of the Hewitt ones.
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yes please, although the study project is meant to be just an exercise, I intend to send the letter I'm drafting for real and I would like some material to demonstrate that the project is viable.
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Permalink Reply by Chris Smith on
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I'm sorry Liz, but apart from the sound of dogs and bikes/cars I can offer no other memories. I never actually went to the stadium to see an event and we moved when I was 10. Both my parents are dead so I can't ask them either. All the best with your project though :-)
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Okay, no probs Chris but even a short snippet about the impact race days had on the neighbourhood would be useful.
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Permalink Reply by John Hinshelwood on
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If you haven't already looked at it try The Story of Harringay Stadium and Arena by Mike Ticher (HHS, 2002, £4)
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