As Brighouse grew and the town became more prosperous, particularly within the business community. The need for an efficient banking service quickly became apparent. 

   Back in 1960 / 61 you could still get a three-day laundry service at the Rastrick Laundry, when all missing buttons would be replaced free of charge. Or get your new carpet from Direct Carpet Company, when the businesss was still at 36, Briggate. A lot has happened in the last 57 years. This featured photograph dates back to the mid 1950s..

The Open Air School on Blackburn Road....that will conjure up a few memories for many readers.

   The year is 1957 and whilst it might not be the most memorable for Brighouse, looking through the newspapers quite a lot did happen that year.