By Michael Escolme, Spode Museum
Rediscovered photographs of Stoke-on-Trent by local boiler engineer go on display.
Born in Stoke-on-Trent, boiler engineer Peter Lymer was an enthusiastic and highly regarded photographer. He converted the coalhouse at the back of his terraced house in Fenton to a dark room and over his lifetime taught himself how to craft dramatically toned photographs which captured Stoke-on-Trent in the 1970s and 80s.
Peter loved to capture images of people at work and at play; of buildings old and new, and of rural landscapes and inner-city life.
His black and white images have not been seen for an entire generation. Now, with the help of the photographic department from Staffordshire University we are able to take a first glance into this invaluable photographic archive.
These candid images of the people, places and railways of Stoke-on-Trent a generation ago, are sure to inspire all connected to this city and beyond.
The exhibition is open now and runs until Saturday 31 August 2024 and admission is free.
Where
Spode Museum, Spode Works, Elenora Street, Stoke-on-Trent ST4 1QD
When
Now until Saturday 31st August 2024
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