Rhianydd Murray oral history collection, 2000-2002

This material is held atEast Midlands Oral History Archive (EMOHA)

Scope and Content

This oral history collection comprises 10 interviews with people connected to the hosiery trade in southwest Leicestershire. The collection includes interviews that cover different aspects of life in Hinckley and Earl Shilton in southwest Leicestershire, the main focus centring on the hosiery industry. Other topics that are covered include village life in Stanton, personal savings and building societies in Hinckley and Earl Shilton, engineering and local quarries.

Administrative / Biographical History

These interviews were undertaken by Rhianydd Murray as part of her research into the hosiery industry in the Hinckley and Earl Shilton areas.

Access Information

Available for general access

Physical Characteristics and/or Technical Requirements

Born digital

Conditions Governing Use

Copyright: Rhianydd Murray