Trams returned to the streets of some parts of Greater London at the turn of this century after a near 50-year absence, but for many years they were the most popular method for getting around the capital.
The picture at the top of this page was taken in 1908 when London was rapidly on its way to developing the largest tram network in Europe, but that form of transport was to be overtaken by the motor car as the years passed.
Woodford New Road looking north near the former Napier Arms
We have again been looking back through our archives and are able to give you another opportunity to see some of the pictures that featured in a ‘down your street’ feature that was first published by the Guardian in 2016, focusing this week on the Woodford area.
Undated image of Hale End Cottages in Highams Park. Picture: Vestry House Museum archive
The Royal Oak pub, on the site of Hale End Cottages, in Hale End Road, Highams Park.
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George Lane, South Woodford in 1908 viewed from junction with Hermon Hill and Chigwell Road. Picture: Vestry House Museum archive
George Lane, South Woodford
Woodford Green, looking across the High Road to All Saints Church. Picture: Vestry House Museum archive
Woodford Green, looking across the High Road to All Saints Church
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