The vibrant shopping environment of early 20th-century Romford transformed significantly, with South Street evolving from entertainment-focused venues to retail as the primary draw.
Romford's market days in the late 1950s were bustling, featuring popular shops and a crowd that stretched past notable landmarks like the Midland Bank.
The January sales of 1961 saw long queues stretching outside Burney's Soft Furnishings, illustrating the excitement surrounding shopping events at that time.
Photographs from various decades highlight the transformation of shopping in Romford from social events to the quieter, more solitary experiences seen today.
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