Divided attention
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A different view of a dayroom from an old asylum, most of the ones i've seen are just a clear room with possibly a boxed in television at one end and some sparse furniture. So when seeing this it was a welcome change, maybe it was for the lesser needed patients, somewhere whey could go to read and socialise with others.338dec04divided attention2016D750IrelandIrishmanlostabandoneddecayasylumco.clareroomwoodenpartitionsflakey paintbroken
Just another bedridden case
#337 - 365
Found this house up in the middle of snowdonia, and it was a trek to get here but worth that effort as this one was still crammed with furniture and also many belongings. When we arrived it was so peaceful and really quiet, it must have also been a hard life during the winter as the surrounding area up in the hills was very barren and isolated, maybe this is why other explorers called it the cloud house.337dec03just another bedridden case2015365decayadayD7000abandonedcloud housedecayderelictderelictionirishmanlostwalesbedframesuitcasepicturefireplacebrokenwallscrumblingreligious
Open opportunities
#336 - 365
That old saying where one door closes and another opens, well these must have opened many.
On most visits to buildings i'm usually lucky to find one or two but on this occasion I found a box full of them, and of various sizes from cabinet to gates im sure. As there was one that was bigger than my hand. (Bottom right)336dec02open opportunities2015D7000Irishmanlostkeysabandonedhouselistedrustywoodenireland
Mummy says it must be..
#335 - 365
Bovril is the trademarked name of a thick and salty meat extract paste similar to a yeast extract, developed in the 1870s by John Lawson Johnston. It was sold in a distinctive, bulbous brown/dark amber glass jar.
I've come across many of these little jars over the years, but when i saw the larger 16oz jar next to the 2 oz and many others in a cupboard, I finally decided to take an image of them, as I liked the way the lids have mostly rusted away and the labels are barely there.335dec01bovril and beef2015IrelandIrishmanlostabandoneddecayjars2 oz16 oz
Preachless
#334 - 365
Most of the old churches i find they are in a ruinous state, but there are a few still intact, and even less in really good condition like this one. This still had some of the church furniture in situ. Tho this had all the pews removed but still had this bit left at the front, and for the age is in beautiful condition.334nov30preachless2017D750IrelandIrishmanlostabandonedchurchwoodencarved
Waiting for Mr Darcy
#332 - 365
I'm amazed to see that the inside of this house is still in reasonably good condition considering that the metal thieves have stolen some of the lead off the roof. The ceilings only showing in small areas that damp is coming in, but for how long. As these ornate ceilings are harder and more expensive to repair. The carved staircase along with the wooden panelling, The grand arch and the glass doors which lead to the reception hall. A very beautiful ornate and striking home. One I could spend hours admiring.332nov28waiting for darcy2016D750irelandIrishmanlostabandoneddecayhouselistedornate
Nettle cottage
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This can be the type of view that i see when i'm looking out for old properties, from a simple path leading up to the front of an old cottage, or a long driveway then to open up into a vast space around a grand house, it's also the excitement of what could be inside, anything left to when was it last used or lived in. These are some of my thoughts when i'm out shooting these types of places.331nov27nettle cottage2011D70the glensstepsnorthern irelandirishmanlostgateabandoneddecay
Wicker worn out
#330 - 365
When we've been visiting properties throughout the years you can always see what the latest fashion or even the last fad of furniture and decor which they have been done in. There has been large wardrobes that have been passed down the years, and quite afew which are still in amazing condition. Old spring beds which are too short for todays sleeping standards, sofas and armchairs that where relaxed in after a long day's work, and chairs of various sizes, shapes dotted around the rooms, many in assorted conditions. Most never getting used again. This is what happens in today's throwaway society. But in recent years that old style furniture is coming back, either being restored or upcycled.330nov26wicker worn out2012D90Irishmanlostabandonedco.cavandecayderelictderelictionchairmattress
The Boxer
#329 - 365
Found these old school gloves in a darkened room as the window was covered in overgrown ivy, these are times when items are moved for either better light or better composition. Tho i'd only hung them on the door till i found where to shoot it. And then proceeded with other shots in the room. It was only when I was leaving that I just took it where it hung.329nov25the boxer2013co.antrimfarmhousenorthern irelandirishmanlostdoorgreenboxing gloveswallpaper
Decadence
#328 - 365
It was one of the houses that i've wanted to see inside for a long time but access was impossible, but on another visit we were shooting the outside when i got into a conversation which i thought was a passerby, and it turned out to be the owner. With a little time talking we managed to get permission to see inside this once grand house.328nov24decadence2013Irishmanlostcastleornateceilingfloorlesscollapsenorthern irelandco.derrylisted
Armory Fireplace
#327 - 365
Not your average fireplace, but one which fits right into military barracks, on looking at it I can see many weapons in the copper coloured surround, which in itself is quite a masterpiece in making either by craftsmanship or pressed as it would take time to produce. Everytime I look I spot another weapon.
I've heard from some that officers would try and climb across the wall without putting their foot down on the mantel, now that's a drinking game.327nov23armory fireplace2017abandonedarmyballymenaco.antrimirishmanlostroyal irish regimentsaint patricks barracksfireplacewindowmantelpiececarpet
Kite ceiling
#326 - 365
This manor house had some pretty amazing ceilings when i visited it for the first time. This one being the basic design, probably less seen by visitors. But for me it would also be the last time, as on my return trip this room and pretty much the top floor would be gutted by arsonists which is always a shame as it'll never be returned to what it once was.326nov22kite ceiling2011D70irishmanlostnorthern irelandhouselistedco.tyronewindowsblue
When in doubt "look it up" in
#325 - 365
The Encyclopædia Britannica, is a general knowledge English-language encyclopaedia. It is written by about 100 full-time editors and more than 4,000 contributors, who have included 110 Nobel Prize winners and five American presidents. The 2010 version of the 15th edition, which spans 32 volumes and 32,640 pages, was the last printed edition; digital content and distribution has continued since then.
These ones are from the 9th edition that was overseen by Thomas Spencer Baynes, the first English-born editor-in-chief. Dubbed the "Scholar's Edition", the 9th edition is the most scholarly of all Britannicas. After 1880, Baynes was assisted by William Robertson Smith. No biographies of living persons were included. James Clerk Maxwell and Thomas Huxley were special advisors on science. However, by the close of the 19th century, the 9th edition was outdated, and the Britannica faced financial difficulties.325nov21when in doubt look it up2014D7000IrelandIrishmanlostabandoneddecaybooksnorthern irelandbritannicaencyclopaediaedition
Til death do us part
#324 - 365
Not what i'd normally find lying outside a house in the leaves, mainly the card. But reading the prewritten message makes me think of when they got married and how long it lasted. I hope it was many happy years.324nov20til death do us part2014D7000Irishmanlostabandoneddecayshoecardleavesnorthern irelandco.down
Sunday Roasts
#323 - 365
I wonder when the last sunday roast or in fact any meal was last made in this small kitchen, tho this one is now long gone which it was once one of the living areas behind the shops on linenhall st, ballymoney, maybe someone remembers being in this kitchen or who once owned the shop.323nov19sunday roastskitchencookerchairirishmanlost2017D750derelictiondecayabandonedballymoneyco.antrimnorthern ireland
Programmed to receive
#322 - 365
The front entrance and reception window of an old asylum, which i'm sure saw many people arrive but never leave. I'm glad that this system has been stopped as many were sent there for no reason at all and the innocence few probably went insane because of it all.322nov18programmed to receive2017D750IrelandIrishmanlostabandonedasylumco.galwaydecayderelictionentrancedoorwaywallpaperfanlightlamp
Dunree
#321 - 365
Fort Dunree is a coastal defence fortification located on the west side of the Inishowen peninsula, Ireland. Originally built as a Royal Navy position during the Napoleonic Wars.
It was remodelled in 1895 to have 2 x 4.7 inch (120 mm) QF guns below, and later 12 pounder (5 kg) QF and 2 x 6 inch (152 mm) guns in an upper land battery. The top of a hill overlooking the site was walled in to form a redoubt.
The guns at the Fort were manned by the Irish Army until decommissioned following World War II.
The fort is now a military museum with detailed exhibitions, many restored guns such as BL 6 inch Mk VII naval gun and this the old military camp. There are also displays about the area birds, marine life and coastal vegetation.
Other facilities include a gift shop, auditorium, café and trail walks.
It is a very interesting place and worth a visit, even the walks are good along with the views.321nov17dunree2007D70donegalco.donegalirelandirishmanlostabandonedtin hutsdecayhillmountainrusty
Explosive Supplies
#320 - 365
Found these supply crates in an abandoned airbase, which was used during the war, crates carried various supplies from around the world like apples from canada and australia, oil and pears from USA, and most important some crates of cylindrical sticks of explosive substitute in brown waxed paper wrappers with blue printing and a blue band round the middle, printed: ‘POLAR AMMON’; ‘GELIGNITE No.2. from scotland, probably via belfast.320nov16explosive supplies2011450Dirishmanlostcratewoodenlabelsstencilsabandonedco.derrydecay
Rococo wedgwood blue
#319 - 365
This is the exceptional rococo plasterwork that adorned the ballroom walls of mount panther which impressed John Wesley, Jonathan Swift, King Edward VII, Princess Margaret and even Joan Collins who have all stayed here and raved about the plasterwork. The house that is now a ruin and one which has been for 30+ years, still is impressive from the roadside on the way to newcastle.319nov15rococo wedgwood blue2008D70houseIrishmanlostabandoneddecaynorthern irelandplasterworkco.down
A pipe does something for a man.....
#318 - 365
It's not often you find old pipes, especially ones like these which i think are made of clay. These where found in this old tin on the floor of a small cottage in donegal. Looking at them the man of the house must have smoked a pipe alot, you do wonder things like which pipe was his favourite or what pipe tobacco he smoked. Its what i think about when i see items like this stored away till next time.318nov14a pipe does something for manD7000irishmanlostirelandpipetinsmokingcottagefloor find
Call for rescue
#317 - 365
Introduced in 1961 on a 109" utilising a modified Series IIa chassis the Forward Control design lent it-self well to the fire engine role. Utilising its large solid platform and excellent off road capabilities to get to the action in emergency situations. Bates of Evesham FC's came into being in 1973 after being commissioned by the Northern Ireland Fire Brigade.
Unlike factory conversions the cab blended a little more seamlessly into the body of the vehicle, had a single piece windscreen, quite similar in shape to the later 90/110 screen, and a front end roughly based on the standard Land Rover of the time.
Between the years 1973 and 1978, when production ceased, approximately 52 of these machines were constructed, of which 44 were used in service with the Northern Ireland Fire Brigade.
This was found in a field near a few houses, on a random country road near donegal, as I was driving towards another location. Reading up on the history, I realise this is one of the few left out of that 52, and even less which came to fire service.317nov13call for rescueirelandirishmanlostco.donegalland roverredfadedabandoneddecayfieldfire service
Good cooks use borwicks
#316 - 365
Borwick’s baking powder and egg powder became some of the first widely known consumer products in Britain. George Borwick employed 75 men and boys and 8 girls in 1861. Growing sales saw premises relocated to Chiswell Street, Finsbury in 1864.
Robert Hudson Borwick and Joseph Cooksey Borwick, sons of George Borwick, entered the business in 1865 after a brief period working as manufacturing confectioners. By 1870 they were partners, and the firm traded as George Borwick & Sons.
In 1870 the firm was awarded a Royal Warrant for baking powder from the Queen of the Netherlands. Borwick’s baking powder won its fifth gold medal at an International Exhibition in 1882.
George Borwick had retired to Devon by 1881, and he died in 1889. The value of his personal estate was estimated at £259,740. The firm was left to Robert and Joseph, whilst his eldest son Alfred (born 1837) inherited his estate at Walthamstow. 600,000 packets of Borwick’s baking powder were sold every week by 1896.
H J Green had been acquired by Pillsbury by 1984. Pillsbury was taken over by Grand Metropolitan in 1989. Green’s of Brighton was sold to Dalgety in 1990. Dalgety sold its food ingredients business, including Green’s, to Kerry Group of Ireland in 1998. As of 2016, Borwick’s baking powder is manufactured by Kerry Foods at its facility in Rotherham, South Yorkshire.316nov12good cooks use borwicks2015D7000Irishmanlostabandoneddecaymantlepiecetinsteapotbottlebowlwalescloud househome
The gas man
#315 - 365
Home Guard were volunteers who defended the five thousand miles of Britain coastline in the event of an invasion by Germany. They were originally called the Local Defence Volunteers and where operational from 1940 until 1944, the Home Guard was composed of 1.5 million local volunteers otherwise ineligible for military service, such as those too young or too old to join the services.315nov11the gas man2015365decayadayabandoneddecayderelictderelictionirishmanlostgas masks1stonehome guardwalescloud house
Dead end
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These big red heavy doors where plenty full throughout Barbours Mill, not only for closing out the loud sounds of the machinery running, but probably doubled up as fire doors. Maybe that is why they are painted in red.314nov10dead end2010D70abandonedbarboursco.antrimdecayderelictderelictionhildenindustrialindustryirishmanlostmillnorthern irelandthreadfire doortrolleysignagewarning
Ceiling Centrepiece
#313 - 365
When visiting properties I never know what to expect from the moment I spot it either from maps, driving, or other sources. The buildings could have been owned from anyone between the lower to upper class, and on which upon entering is the only time that you get to see, from orate ceilings and cornices all down to what stoves they cooked on.313nov09ceiling centrepiece2014D7000northern irelandco.antrimabandoneddecayirishmanlostceiling roselightswindowdoorwaywallpaperwood
The fireplace theft
#312 - 365
This one and many others from freshly abandoned properties across ireland and beyond are usually the first big items to be stolen from these grand houses. It a shame that they are stolen or even sold by the owners as they do hold alot of value. I have once managed to see a property with its grand fireplaces still in situ. But far too many others without.312nov08the fireplace theft2013D7000bricksmessnorthern irelanddoorroomhousebrokenstolenirishmanlostabandoneddecay
Through the arched doorway
#311 - 365
This house had some amount of dark mahogany wood panelling, along with staircase, doorways and porch area. It was a very grand house and once lived a Prime Minister among its former residents as well as a number of wealthy merchants and high-profile businessmen. Since this shot, part of the panelling and staircase has been stripped.311nov07through the arched doorwayirishmanlost2017D750woodenpanellingstaircaselandingdoornorthern irelandco.downhousehomelistedbuilding
Sure, I like dags. I like caravans more
#310 - 365
Everyone in Moneymore is aware of the large black metal buildings just outside town. This was a Supply Depot built by men of the 107 Engineers, US Army. Units of 34 Infantry Division, 107 Engineer Battalion and 112 Engineer Battalion arrived in Northern Ireland aboard ships in January and March 1942.
A total of 16 large “Iris” supply huts were erected at Moneymore as well as the various roads, drainage etc required.The huts were erected in 8 pairs with each hut being 35 feet wide.
Some are in reasonably fair condition for being over 70 years old, and when I visited them some had been used to store various farming stock and machinery, oh and the odd caravan.310nov06sure I like dags I like caravans more2011450DIrishmanlostWWIIabandonedco.derrydecaymilitarynorthern irelandcaravanmoneymore supply depot
The tools of a demon barber
#308 - 365
The company was started by Isaac Barber in the 1820s. In 1845 Isaac & James Barber were listed as making knives. Isaac died in 1854 and James died at the tender age of 40 in 1859. The trademark 'ERA' featured prominently over James Barbers name in the 1850s, and they had began making razors by then. The firm carried on under the directorship of Harriet Barber (widow of James) until the 1870s, then under Mary Ann Barber until her death in 1897.
The golden age of the wedge razor. During this period some truly stunning etched blades were produced, company names began to appear on the tang and even the spine of the blade was sometimes decorated with fancy designs. Handles were made out of many different materials - Ivory, horn, bone were all used and inlaid with silver and even precious stones. A notable introduction in 1868 was the use of celluloid for scales. (Handles)
Then another James Barber took over as senior partner. In the 1900s they had the Era Works in Sheffield but in 1928 the trademark was taken over by Joseph Elliot. It was still listed as a part of Elliots in the 1970s.308nov04the tools of a demon barber2011D70irishmanlostnorthern irelandcottageshavingrazorvintagesharpcutthroat
Moate Signal Box
#307 - 365
Moate railway station is a former railway station serving the town of Moate in County Westmeath. Previously a stop on the Midland Great Western Railway's branch line to Galway, and later on the main route between Dublin and stations in County Mayo, the station was closed in 1987. As of 2015, the line and station at Moate form part of the Athlone to Mullingar Cycleway.
The station buildings and signalbox have been kept, cleaned and painted, along with cutting back undergrowth, also one trackbed has been used for the cycleway while the other is left.307nov03moatesignal box2010D70IrelandIrishmanlostabandonedbarriercrossingdecayovergrownrailway
All along the watchtower
#306 - 365
This is one prison I remember on the news when growing up and one that I was interested in visiting before they started the demolition stage, a visit to see, but also understand how the prisoners lived within these walls and fences. It looked grim inside with very little way of heating or comfort at all. The day of our visit, the outside was cold but felt even colder inside, and one can't imagine how they survived their time here.306nov02all along the watchtower2007D70abandoneddecayprisonirishmanlostfencingrazor wirelampstrees
It's all the rage
#305 - 365
For all the houses and homes I've seen over the years one thing that I see is the different styles of wallpaper, from the normal flowery numbers to the outlandish colours, but this can also help to date roughly when the last period of occupancy was.305nov01Itsalltherage1020mm f45.62010D70HouseIrishmanlostabandoneddecaynikonsigma
The ghost house
#304 - 365
I dwell in a lonely house I know
That vanished many a summer ago,
And left no trace but the cellar walls,
And a cellar in which the daylight falls
And the purple-stemmed wild raspberries grow.
O’er ruined fences the grape-vines shield
The woods come back to the mowing field;
The orchard tree has grown one copse
Of new wood and old where the woodpecker chops;
The footpath down to the well is healed.
I dwell with a strangely aching heart
In that vanished abode there far apart
On that disused and forgotten road
That has no dust-bath now for the toad.
Night comes; the black bats tumble and dart;
The whippoorwill is coming to shout
And hush and cluck and flutter about:
I hear him begin far enough away
Full many a time to say his say
Before he arrives to say it out.
It is under the small, dim, summer star.
I know not who these mute folk are
Who share the unlit place with me—
Those stones out under the low-limbed tree
Doubtless bear names that the mosses mar.
They are tireless folk, but slow and sad—
Though two, close-keeping, are lass and lad,—
With none among them that ever sings,
And yet, in view of how many things,
As sweet companions as might be had.
Robert Frost, 1874 - 1963304oct31the ghost house2016irelandirishmanlosthomeabandonedslate wall
Getting to grips with technology
#303 - 365
I'm sure we all remember the first piece of computer technology, either at home or probably in work for some, learning that new manual and having a going and being all excited about the amazing new piece of machinery which will make life easier.
This is Olivetti Business Computer System and back in 1978 they sold for £3000, which was quite alot of money back then. It was an intriguing piece of equipment, having a long thin screen that scrolled the text. The company used it to keep track of account records. The details were kept on a A4-sized card that had a magnetic strip along one side, when you wanted to add some transaction to it, you put the card in the slot and it came back out with the new details printed on it, and (I assume) the new information stored on the magnetic strip.
Did you never use one of these, and if so what were they really like ?303oct30getting grips with technology2010D70irishmanlostnorthern irelandabandonedco.armaghglenannemilldemolisheddecaycomputerobsolete
The day the music died
#302 - 365
I'm sure in everyone's lifetime they have had a favourite musician that has died in from accident, overdose or natural causes. Many coming more famous than when they where alive. But as I see for any items left behind in houses and homes its sad to see some that won't carry on into other peoples lives, like this guitar not passed on to someone else to learn, to maybe one day be famous.
When was it for you the day the music died ?302oct29the day music died2007D70irishmanlostnorthern irelandco.downguitarcasebrokensmashedstringsdecay
Goodbye cruel world
#301 - 365
When I looked inside these asylum cells they didn't look that big, I reckon a prison cell has more space, and to spend many days locked in one with only a bed if you're lucky must have been the most soul destroying time degrading life to go through, and with little to no contact with others a very lonely and isolating experience. This is only my thoughts, I'd hate to imagine what the people who were imprisoned here for most to all of their lives when through.301oct28Goodbye cruel world2012Irishmanlostasylumirelandderelictabandonedcellsco.galwaysecure wingmental healthprisonerlockup
You wait for ages........
#300 - 365
These buses are probably the last few of about 1200 that came from Kiev that were used to evacuate the city of pripyat and 53000 people in the days after that fateful night, all transport used in and around the 30 km zone had to be scrapped as they are all contaminated.300oct27You wait for ages2016D750Irishmanlostabandonedbusesdecayderelictderelictionukrainechernobylpripyatnuclear disasterthe zonescrapyardcontaminated
Made for the man who will have the best
#299 - 365
This is part of the slogan for the john bull sign, the rest reads ' for every-day riding, touring, racing and motorcycling.'
The john bull rubber company formed in leicester in 1906 producing bicycle tyres, brake pads, and other rubber products. It became a public company in 1934, and then merged with metalastik in 1955. Which I think looking at record dissolved in 2012. It is sad to see so many Uk companies that have been producing products close for the cheaper imports.299oct26Made for the man who will have best2016D750Irishmanlostwalesmillsignsignagevintageenamelwornrustyjohn bullthe long service tyre
I want to ride my bicycle bicycle bicycle
#298 - 365
Found these bikes all stacked neatly side by side in a old barn shed, looking ready to be taken out at any time, they must have been well but maintained, tho they looked worn from many hours cycling and riding around the farm with many a laughter, and possibly a few tears on the way too.298oct25I want to ride my bicycle2017Irishmanlostco.antrimfarmhousenorthern irelandsheddrawersbenchpailbuckettindoortools
Festive tea
#297 - 365
The Festival of Britain was a national exhibition and fair that reached millions of visitors throughout the United Kingdom in the summer of 1951. At the time much of London lay in ruins from the war and models of redevelopment were needed. The Festival was an attempt to give Britons a feeling of recovery and progress and to promote better-quality design in the rebuilding of British towns and cities.The Festival of Britain described itself as "one united act of national reassessment, and one corporate reaffirmation of faith in the nation's future."
Tho looking at this teapot all worn and dull, I wonder how the owners of it felt every time the tea was made, or was it only for special occasions that it was brought out.297oct24festive tea2011D7000festival of britain1951irishmanlostnorthern irelandteapotaluminium
Oh, yeah, for all the good they've done me
#296 - 365
Found these in the basement of an old asylum, and there was many boxes of them too. I wonder if many of the patients there had to be issued them or often. Possibly the causes of many medicines or food taken. Not the nicest feelings or thoughts having to endure them.296oct23Oh yeah for all the good they've done me2017D750IrelandIrishmanlostabandonedasylumco.galwaydecayderelictionanusolsuppositorieshaemorrhoidal
Get your skates on
#295 - 365
1760: First recorded skate invention, by John Joseph Merlin, who created a primitive inline skate with small metal wheels.
1819: First patented roller skate design, in France by M. Petitbled. These early skates were similar to today's inline skates, but they were not very maneuverable. It was difficult with these skates to do anything but move in a straight line and perhaps make wide sweeping turns.
1857: Finally, roller skating had gained enough momentum to warrant the opening of the first public skating rinks. The Strand, London and Floral Hall had these first roller rinks
1876: The toe stop was first patented. This provided skaters with the ability to stop promptly upon tipping the skate onto the toe. Toe stops are still used today on most quad skates and on some types of inline skates.
1880s: Roller skates were being mass-produced in America from then. This was the sport's first of several boom periods.
1884: Levant M. Richardson received a patent for the use of steel ball bearings in skate wheels to reduce friction, allowing skaters to increase speed with minimum effort.
1979: Scott Olson and Brennan Olson of Minneapolis, Minnesota came across a pair of inline skates created in the 1960s by the Chicago Roller Skate Company and, seeing the potential for off-ice hockey training, set about redesigning the skates using modern materials and attaching ice hockey boots. A few years later Scott Olson began heavily promoting the skates and launched the company Rollerblade, Inc..
I didn't realise how old skates were, as i thought it was something that was invented around 1950's. But couldn't believe that it was over 250 years old. And they are still going.295oct22get your skates on2011450DIrishmanlostabandoneddecaynorthern irelandrusty
57 channels and nothin on
#294 - 365
Introduced in the late 1920s in mechanical form, television sets became a popular consumer product after World War II in electronic form, using cathode ray tubes. The addition of color to broadcast television after 1953 further increased the popularity of television sets in the 1960s, and an outdoor antenna became a common feature of suburban homes. The ubiquitous television set became the display device for the first recorded media in the 1970s, such as Betamax, VHS and later DVD. It was also the display device for the first generation of home computers (e.g., Timex Sinclair 1000) and video game consoles (e.g., Atari) in the 1980s. In the 2010s flat panel television incorporating liquid-crystal displays, especially LED-backlit LCDs, largely replaced cathode ray tubes and other displays. Modern flat panel TVs are typically capable of high-definition display (720p, 1080i, 1080p) and can also play content from a USB device. Also the unit dimensions sizes have changed from boxy bulky to flat and also now curved screens.294oct2157 channels and nothing on2011450DIrishmanlostabandoneddecaynorthern irelandtelevisionsetstvvintage
Coleraine poor law union
#293 - 365
The buildings followed wilkinsons typical layout. The entrance and admin block which contained a porters room and waiting area, with the guardians board room above. The main accommodation block had the masters quarters in the centre and male and female wings to each side. Then at the rear, a range of single-story utility rooms such as bakehouse and washhouse connecting through to the infirmary via a central spine containing a chapel and dining hall.
This workhouse site later became Coleraine Hospital and most of the workhouse buildings demolished. This is the only part that is left, barely as it was gutted by arsonists not that long ago.293oct20coleraine poor law union2010D70irishmanlostworkhousenorthern irelandabandoneddecayco.antrim
House on the hill
#292 - 365
Sometimes you find one of those houses that didn't have much inside photogenically, but the trip through the fields was worth the laugh on its own. A good friend got nearly stuck in the mud and the yelp of him was hilarious. This is what makes those damp days and uninteresting places enjoyable.292oct19house the hill2014D7000IrelandIrishmanlostabandoneddecayhouse
Talgarth Asylum, Wales
#291 - 365
It was built at a cost of £126,000, and opened on 18 March 1903, the asylum was designed to be self-sufficient, and had its own private water, electricity, heating and sewerage systems as well as a considerable agricultural estate on which able-bodied patients worked to produce food for the hospital.
As well as residential wards, the hospital had a large recreation and dining hall, kitchens, and workshops "in which the patients were encouraged to spend their time profitably", a tailor, bakery, shoe-maker and printing shops as well as 8 acres of market gardens.
Following closure, the buildings and surrounding estate were sold to the former Chief Medical Officer for just £227,000.
In 2009 the site was again offered for sale. By this time, several properties that once belonged to the hospital, such as the gatehouse, had been sold off and the buildings were becoming derelict. There are signs of demolition throughout the site and many of the original slates (believed to be worth in excess of £1 million) were stripped from the roofs.291oct18talgarth asylum2015D7000Irishmanlostwalesabandoneddecayadmin
Carrichue Station
#290 - 365
Carrichue railway station served Carrichue near Ballykelly.
The Londonderry and Coleraine Railway opened the station on 29 December 1852 and then it had closed by the 20 September 1954.
I'd visited this station a few times and on the last the buildings bricks where starting to fall away in places which in turn making the building deteriorate quicker. The platform between building and rail isn't that wide in front, but its still overlooking the foyle. There's also the goods shed further down along with the goods crane.290oct17carrichue stationD7000irishmanloststationrailwayco.derryabandoneddecaycarrichuenorthern ireland
The boot factory
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Down Shoes Ltd was opened to manufacture less expensive shoes for the Lotus Group. At it’s height, it became one of the largest employers in the area, employing 600 workers. Footwear was made with the brand names of Lotus, Marks and Spencer, Fii, and Frank Wright, although locally it was referred to as ‘the boot factory’.
The listed art deco building, initially built as an advance factory for the Northern Ireland Ministry of Commerce, has remained redundant and unoccupied since the factory closed it’s doors in 2002, when it became impossible to remain competitive. November 2008, planning permission was granted to convert the Lotus factory into approximately 160 houses and apartments.
It is envisaged that bringing the listed building back into use will provide an important focal point on the main gateway to Banbridge from Newry.289oct16the boot factory2008D70Irishmanlostabandonedbanbridgeco.downdecaylotusnikonnorthern irelandshoe factory