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PUBLISHER: Stenlake
ISBN: 9781840330885
PAGES: 48 p.
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Old Portobello
Portabello owes its existence to a brick and tile works which was built in the vicinity in the late eighteenth century. This book includes all key aspects of the town, including the Marine Gardens, an early amusement park with wild animals and the pier. Also featured are images of Joppa.
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