O’Flinn’s the chemist stood at 78 Islingword Road.

It is interesting to note that this still carries the same name as it did all the years ago when the Shops Book was first written.

“Mrs. O’Flinn qualified at the same time as Mrs. Stanger- both had professional status and were members of the Pharmaceutical Society. In both businesses, there was an element of security which was not evident in the beginnings of poorer general shop-keepers.”

Islingword Road back in the 1920’s contained many different shops including: 3 confectioners; 3 bakers ;10 Greengrocers/grocers; 2 fishmongers; 2 chemists; 2 butchers; 3 beer retailers ( Public Houses); a physician, hairdresser; a Post Office and a pickle manufacturer. As you walk up and down you will see evidence of past shop fronts in among the current shops.

At the chemist cross over the road and start down the hill and turn left down Finsbury Road. You will then arrive at the next key location of Southover Street. Turn right down the hill past the Charles Napier Pub. Keep an eye open for evidence of businesses from the past. Back in the 1920’s the street contained 4 wardrobe dealers together with a range of other shops to serve the daily needs. Continue down till you reach the junction with Ewart Street and you will have reached the first location.