On the left is the White Swan
Hotel, dating from the early 19th century,
and originally with gardens attached.
It was rebuilt as shown here some time after
1883.
In 1903 Bury F.C. were guests prior to their
FA Cup Final encounter with Derby County at
the Crystal Palace ground. The accommodation
must have agreed with them as they won 6-0. |
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Looking north-east from the
south end of the Parade, the Crystal Palace
is seen on the right.
This photograph was taken from the site of
the Vicar's Oak, where historically the four
parishes of Battersea, Croydon, Lambeth and
Southwark met.
Even today four present day boroughs, Bromley,
Croydon, Lambeth and Southwark meet at this
spot.
As a result it has always been difficult to
get any continuity of planning for the Crystal
Palace area. |
