Photograph of the Blyth Hall before its extension to the front in 1974. Newport School and the Congregational Church can be seen beyond.
An elegant Blyth Street, showing St Thomas' Church and manse, Blyth Hall and flagpole, and Newport School. Very noticeable are the decorative wrought iron railings, all removed for metal salvage during World War II.
The Blyth Hall and flagpole, probably around 1900 as it looks as if it pre-dates the building of the manse next door (1902).
A group of Brownies at flagpole outside Blyth Hall, probably around 1970. Photograph taken before extension to front of hall in 1974.
Four amazing photographs showing the real Blyth Hall roof. In 1974 a false ceiling was installed in the hall, which no doubt helped with heating, but it hid this magnificent roof. Architect Robert Lorimer, designer of the Scottish National War Memorial in Edinburgh Castle, and of our own Newport memorial, described this ceiling as one ...