Books in the In 50 Buildings series

Originally established as a Roman settlement to serve the forts along Hadrian's Wall, the Cumbrian city of Carlisle has a wealth of fascinating history. Its proximity to Scotland meant that it was a crucial military stronghold and its imposing eleventh-century castle and city walls have witnessed many conflicts through the centuries. During the Industrial Revolution it became an important hub on the railway network and a centre of textile manufacturing. Nicknamed the 'Great Border City', Carlisle is still the principal commercial and cultural centre of the county. In Carlisle in 50 Buildings author Paul Rabbitts explores fifty of the city's architectural landmarks to discover its history, development and the changing way of life for its people. Both ancient and modern structures are featured, which have been used for many different purposes and reflect a wide range of architectural styles. The city's success is based on its industry, which has shaped its built environment together with the many historic buildings and new structures. All these are celebrated within this well-illustrated book. This engaging and accessible portrait of the city's rich history and its architectural heritage will appeal to residents and visitors alike.

From its origins as a fishing town, Scarborough has become the largest holiday resort on the North Yorkshire coast. In this book, author Mike Smith highlights fifty of Scarborough's architectural landmarks and notable structures, old and new. Through a fascinating and diverse selection of buildings he charts the development and changing face of the town. Scarborough's two magnificent bays are separated by a headland bearing the remains of a Roman signal station and the gaunt ruins of a twelfth-century castle, the two oldest buildings featured in this book. The town's spa buildings are a legacy of the discovery, in 1626, of health-giving springs that prompted the conversion of Scarborough into Britain's first seaside resort. The Rotunda, conceived in 1829 by William 'Strata' Smith, the 'Father of English Geology', was one of the world's first purpose-built museums, and when the Grand Hotel opened in 1867 it was Europe's largest purpose-built hotel. Other buildings are included for their cultural associations with people such as the Sitwell family, while St Mary's Church is the final resting place of Anne Bront Bringing this engaging architectural portrait of Scarborough right up to the present century, the author also highlights stylish seafront apartments and the Stephen Joseph Theatre, which is wrapped in the skin of a former art deco cinema. Illustrated throughout, Scarborough in 50 Buildings will be of interest to residents, visitors and all those with links to this favourite British holiday resort.

The London districts of Islington and Clerkenwell are charming to explore. Within their streets are the greatest variety of architectural styles, ranging from Tudor, Georgian and Victorian to modernist and contemporary twenty-first-century design. In Islington & Clerkenwell in 50 Buildings, author Lucy McMurdo presents a well-illustrated and engaging perspective of the rich architectural heritage of both areas. Islington has a wonderful vibrancy. Its main thoroughfare of Upper Street overflows with bars, restaurants, cafs, pubs and clubs, giving rise to the nickname 'Supper Street'. Hostelries have lined this street for centuries. It was here, on the main route into the capital, that herdsmen bringing cattle and sheep to Smithfield broke their journey from the north. Until the growth of industry in the 1800s, Islington was renowned for its river, springs and meadows, and a recreational destination for hunters and archers. Industrialisation resulted in an increasing population, transforming Islington's character and replacing fields with terraced houses, Georgian squares, gin distilleries, warehouses, depots and factories. Neighbouring Clerkenwell has always been more densely populated. Until the 1530s it was famous for its monastery, priory and nunnery and, in the late 1600s, it was a haven for French Huguenot immigrants, and later refugees and workers from Ireland, Prussia and Italy. For hundreds of years the River Fleet acted as Clerkenwell's main artery and, together with the district's many springs, was a prime reason for the area's development. The French Huguenots who settled here brought skills in watchmaking, precision engineering, printing, bookbinding and weaving - many of which are still found in the area today.

Explore the rich history of the Cornish town of Falmouth in this guided tour through its most fascinating historic and modern buildings.

Explores the rich and fascinating history of Manchester through an examination of some of its greatest architectural treasures.

Explore the rich history of Swindon in this guided tour through its most fascinating historic and modern buildings.

Explores the rich and fascinating history of Worcester through an examination of some of its greatest architectural treasures.

Explore the rich history of Brentwood in this guided tour through its most fascinating historic and modern buildings.

Explores the rich and fascinating history of the London Borough of Ealing through an examination of some of its greatest architectural treasures.

Brighton & Hove in 50 Buildings is an exciting new look at one of Britain's most famous and influential cities, telling the story of this 'city of sin' and 'Queen of watering places'. Readers experience a fresh look at the one-time fishing village through fifty of its most famous, unusual and influential buildings. It is not simply a guide to Brighton's most famous architecture, but looks also at the buildings that tell a story, whether it be of the rich and famous, the adventurous, the go-getters and those left behind in a destination first built for the rich and regal. The book takes you across the many different areas of the city and covers buildings from royal retreats to tourist favourites.

Explores the rich and fascinating history of York through an examination of some of its greatest architectural treasures.

Explore the rich history of Beverley in this guided tour through its most fascinating historic and modern buildings.

A fascinating exploration of Stockport's architectural treasures and notable landmarks from across the centuries.

Explore the rich history of the Yorkshire town of Barnsley in this guided tour through its most fascinating historic and modern buildings.

Explore the rich history of Stratford-upon-Avon in this guided tour through its most fascinating historic and modern buildings.

Explores the rich and fascinating history of Huddersfield through an examination of some of its greatest architectural treasures.

Explore the rich history of Middlesbrough in this guided tour through its most fascinating historic and modern buildings.

Discover the history and architectural treasures of Salford in this fascinating exploration of 50 buildings and landmarks from across the centuries.

Explores the rich and fascinating history of Wakefield through an examination of some of its greatest architectural treasures.

Explores the rich and fascinating history of the city through an examination of some of its greatest architectural treasures.