The Chronicle & Echo’s recent report revealed the depressing state of one of Northampton town centre’s most iconic streets.
It inspired us to take a look in the archives of some of our pictures of Bridge Street in years gone by and we are sure they will bring back some memories.

1. Northampton as it used to be: Bridge Street
Bridge Street closed off to traffic for first time in 2009 Photo: Louise O'Callaghan

2. Northampton as it used to be: Bridge Street
Fat Cat, Bridge Street in 2005 Photo: Chronicle & Echo

3. Northampton as it used to be: Bridge Street
The Royal Bengal Restaurant, Bridge Street in 2006 Photo: Kelly Barnes

4. Northampton as it used to be: Bridge Street
The Royal Bengal, Bridge Street in 2005 Photo: Chronicle & Echo
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