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01274 834747
Thornton Road, Bradford, BD13 3LD
Echoes of Thornton
A new, interactive artwork to experience in Thornton Village.
Created by artist Lucy Barker, this audio-visual walk combines memories of Thornton collected from former residents of South Square’s cottages with images from Thornton Antiquarians Archive. This interactive walk brings to life the heritage of Thornton Village. Listen to Mary Lou reminiscing on childhood mischief or Derek recounting the aromas of Market Street.
The walk will take place on Market Street and is now available to view online on this webpage, or pick up a map at South Square!
Remember!
When taking part remember to be aware of busy roads, always stop your video before travelling to the next stop.
Disclaimer
The memories that have been collected are personal recollections, which at times can be freeform, inaccurate, biased and nonlinear in their presentation due to the nature of personal memory. The opinions expressed do not reflect that of South Square Centre or any other parties involved.
Access Information
A version of the walk will be available to view from your armchair.
If you know someone who would like to take part but does not have a smartphone device – or is maybe not able to leave their home to take part – South Square can deliver a device to them to view the experience at home. Get in touch with Alice at a.withers@southsquarecentre.co.uk or call 07828988575 for more info.
Funded by National Heritage Lottery Fund & Arts Council England
Credits:
Developed and created by artist Lucy Barker
Graphics by Lucy Courtney-Clegg
Sound grading by Tom Maynard
With thanks to:
South Square’s Oral History Volunteers who collected the memories used in this artwork
Former residents who allowed us to listen to and record their memories
Images from Thornton Antiquarian Society Archive
Funded by National Heritage Lottery Fund & Arts Council England
Address: Thornton Road, Bradford, BD13 3LD
Phone: 01274 834747
Email: info@southsquarecentre.co.uk
South Square is a collection of 19th Century workers cottages, in the old Yorkshire village of Thornton, famous for its Brontë connections and its impressive 20-arch viaduct.
Renovated as a community arts centre in 1982, South Square Centre is now home to ten studio spaces for a variety of artists, as well as a gallery, community spaces, archive, fine art framers, bar and a cafe.
The centre hosts community events and activities for all ages, including an ongoing workshop programme and provides community spaces available to hire.