Abbots Bromley Nostalgia Team
The Abbots Bromley Nostalgia team consists of four individuals who dedicate their time to keeping the history of Abbots Bromley alive for our future generations.
ABOUT THE ABBOTS BROMLEY NOSTALGIA TEAM
“Our aim is to bring your local history to life… to preserve it, and make it accessible to all for future generations“
– The Abbots Bromley Nostalgia Team
MEET THE ABBOTS BROMLEY NOSTALGIA TEAM
TOM
Born and brought up in Abbots Bromley. Following a lengthy period away pursuing his career, he is now back home. With many interests in a range of other village organisations, Tom is committed to the work of the Abbots Bromley Nostalgia Team and has a deep seated knowledge of local history.
ELAINE
Born and brought up in Abbots Bromley. Elaine spent decades researching her own family tree plus the men named on the War Memorial. Her Great Grandfather, Uncle and Dad have all danced in the Horn Dance.
JEAN
Jean is able to trace her family history in Abbots Bromley back to the middle 1800s. Her Great Grandfather and Grandad were in the Horn Dance. Jean also was born and brought up in Abbots Bromley. After she retired from the Library service she became interested in helping uncover our village’s history.
CHRIS
Born in Stafford, Chris’s roots originate from Abbots Bromley and he has always had an interest in the village and its history. His present research concentrates on military history of the village and the School of St Mary’s. For many years Chris was a voluntary archivist at St Anne’s.
Latest Posts by the Abbots Bromley Nostalgia Team
- InformationThe team are seeking information on the following AB people who served during WW2. Doris Talbot born in 1921 and lived in Schoolhouse Lane. From a newspaper article dated July… Read More »Information
- the royal oak pubThe Royal Oak Pub. Standing on the steps are Mr & Mrs Allred – landlords from 1913 – 1929. Previous to that, the pub was run by Arthur Lyons who… Read More »the royal oak pub
- 1939 – 19451939 – 1945. We have this photo in our collection, we have no name other than on the rear of the photo it says ‘Laddie’ who we believe was one… Read More »1939 – 1945
- 1939 -19451939 – 1945. We believe these children are the evacuees from Manchester who came to the village. Unfortunately we don’t have the date they arrived or left or even who… Read More »1939 -1945
- Nostalgia event sunday 17th november 20241939 – 1945. Who was based in the Coach Croft? Where did the bomber returning from a raid crash? Where did the bombs drop around AB? Who was in the… Read More »Nostalgia event sunday 17th november 2024
- Exciting newsThe team would like to share some exciting news with you. Abbots Bromley Nostalgia Team are winners of the Abbots Bromley Coronation Cup 2023. We would like to thank everyone… Read More »Exciting news
“Having been born and brought up in Abbots Bromley, I am delighted to be part of a team who are as enthusiastic as myself in researching our local history. There is so much to investigate within every area of our community that it is sometimes difficult to keep a focus on where the research is taking you. Without doubt, the best feeling is when it all comes together and we are able to present an interesting display of our findings. Thank you to everyone who has contributed to our growing collection of photographs + oral memories across the years, and we hope that our work continues to be of interest to everyone.“
Tom (Abbots Bromley Nostalgia Team)
Acknowledgements
We wish to thank the many Abbots Bromley residents who have allowed us to view and record their family memorabilia. Along with the many anecdotes, and personal stories handed down through the ages, we have been able to build a detailed picture of our local heritage. We are always ready to receive new information and welcome the continued interest shown in our research.
Much of our detailed research is also provided by other avid historians. We are grateful for the contributions and insight of Richard Roberts and Bernard Price and look forward to further input from them as we continue to develop our database.
The archive department of ‘The Abbots Bromley School’ are also recognised for their many contributions to our work. It has reaffirmed the close relationship that exists between the community and the school for almost 150 years.
Funding Support
To date, we have received welcome financial support for our work from Abbots Bromley Parish Council, East Staffordshire Borough Council and Staffordshire County Council, as well as personal donations from local supporters. Thank you to everyone who has contributed.
GET INVOLVED
HOW YOU CAN HELP
MAKE A DONATION
Your generosity makes our work possible and preserves history for future generations.
SHARE YOUR MEMORIES
We love to hear about your personal stories handed down through the ages.
DONATE MEMORABILIA
Your donated memorabilia enables us to build a detailed picture of our local heritage.
OUR NEXT EVENT
Horn Dance Day
Date: Monday 11th September 2023
Time: TBC
Location: TBC
We invite you to join us for our Horn Dance Day photographic and memorabilia display.
