PAST & PRESENT: BARTON UPON HUMBER

“We take photos as a return ticket to a moment otherwise gone…” Step into the heart of Barton-upon-Humber as you’ve never seen it before - where echoes of the past meet the vibrant life of today. In this unique and touching collection, self-taught photographer Ashley Beasley masterfully blends his own contemporary images with rare historic photographs, creating powerful visual journeys through time. Each page brings together stories, memories, and places that have shaped this historic Lincolnshire town. With the help of local voices and cherished archives, Ashley weaves together personal reflections and community heritage, inviting you to rediscover familiar streets and hidden corners through the lens of memory and change. Past & Present: Barton-Upon-Humber is more than a book of photography - it is a celebration of home, history, and the enduring spirit of a town and its people.