The History of Purley’s River Estate Online Talk
with speaker Catherine Sampson
The largest inter-war plotland site in Berkshire, Purley’s River Estate has a significant history. It began life in 1935 as a holiday destination for camping and caravanning in usually idyllic former parkland by the Thames. However, very soon many of the plots gained more permanent accommodation, particularly after war broke out in 1939. Entrepreneurship thrived, resulting in a multitude of private businesses and shops over the years, as did a strong community spirit.
This talk is accompanied by lots of images of the estate and its people, including its famous adapted dwellings such as railway carriages and buses.
Pre-booking is required so that the Zoom link can be sent to you.
2-3.15pm
Image: 10 River Gardens, Purley, in 1969 - a converted railway carriage.
About Berkshire Family History Society
This talk is organised by Berkshire Family History Society CIO, a registered charity number 1204390.
