Northampton as it used to be: 48 pictures of how we celebrated Christmas in years gone by

It is a magical time for many and these amazing photographs capture some delightful scenes of how Northampton celebrated Christmas in years gone by.

All the pictures come from our archive of glass plate negatives from the 1950s and 1960s. Most of the captions are very brief but if you have any additional information about any of the photographs featured, please email [email protected]

17. Looking Back Christmas Special

Late 1950s, Northampton Mayor and Mayoress in children's ward Photo: Chron

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18. Looking Back Christmas Special

Late 1950s, Christmas visit by Northampton Mayor, looking at budgie in cage Photo: Chron

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19. Looking Back Christmas Special

Early 1960s, sledges in the snow Photo: Chron

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20. Looking Back Christmas Special

Christmas decorations in Abington Square, Northampton with Bradlaugh statue, early 1960s Photo: Chron

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