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100 YEARS IN THE LIFE OF POOL VALLEY

The old baths shown above were originally built by Dr Awsiter in 1769 and then stood almost on the beach. In its early days Pool Valley was liable to flooding from the sea, but when Grand Junction Road was constructed in 1829 at a level several feet higher than beach level, it prevented further ingress by the sea. Creak's Baths and the adjoining building, Strong’s painters shop were badly damaged in July 1850 when Pool Valley was badly flooded during a torrential rainstorm.

Image Reference: JG_09_067.tif
Date: 1854
Image Details: Original sepia toned monochrome print
Size of Original: 150x106
Place: Brighton
Additional Information: Hot cold showers, vapour and shampooing baths

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