The cruel march of progress doesn't ruin everything. Some things just stay the same.
Here's a pleasant building, or is a pair of buildings, with a nice old car outside. It's Forest Lea, in Holly Road, Leytonstone. (Image courtesy of Vestry House Museum picture archive)
Ever wondered if it's still there?
You already know the answer if you live nearby, and here it is. The grass has gone. Shame about that.
And here is Kings Road, Chingford, viewed from outside Chingford C of E school looking towards Station Road. (Image courtesy of Vestry House Museum picture archive)
And here is the same street today. Look! The zigzag lines go further. Kids nowadays...
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