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Bob Dobson · 29-01-2010, 10:10

My first thought was that this is a ceremonial arch. It would have to be big enough for a tram to get under, though in the steam tram days they may have been single-deckers only. In 1887 Queen Victoria's 50yrs on the throne was celebrated.I have not seen any photos of any arches in Accrington.

29-01-2010, 10:10	#12
Bob Dobson Senior Member+ Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Staining, Blackpool Posts: 3,096 Liked: 407 times Rep Power: 158676	Re: Abbey Street, Accrington My first thought was that this is a ceremonial arch. It would have to be big enough for a tram to get under, though in the steam tram days they may have been single-deckers only. In 1887 Queen Victoria's 50yrs on the throne was celebrated.I have not seen any photos of any arches in Accrington.