Gloucester Street businesses

1970s

View of buildings situated on the southern side of Gloucester Street, between Colombo Street and Oxford Terrace. Identified businesses include Holy Cross Chapel, Chancery Arcade, McDonald's Auction Rooms and Mutual Rental Cars. The corner of Haywright's building is visible in left of the image.

Contributors note: "Early 1970s street view. Further back view shows of Gloucester Street, showing buildings, people, vehicles, outside Chancery Arcade entrance, street parking meters, cars parked opposite."

Creator: Peter Basire

Contributor: Barbara Newcombe

Source: Entry in the 2025 Christchurch City Libraries Photo Hunt.

Reference ID: CCL-PH25-2112

Uploaded by: CCL Photo Hunt

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