Parked vehicles and building on Gloucester Street

1970s

Vehicles, including a Haywrights van, parked on Gloucester Street, near the entrance to Chancery Arcade. Identified businesses include Holy Cross Chapel, Chancery Arcade, McDonald's Auction Rooms and Mutual Rental Cars.

Contributors note: "Early 1970s street view, Gloucester Street. Wider view showing buildings, people, vehicles, opposite Chancery Arcade entrance, street parking meters, more vehicles parked opposite including a Haywrights van."

Creator: Peter Basire

Area: Central City / Central Christchurch - West

Contributor: Barbara Newcombe

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

Reference ID: CCL-PH25-2113

Uploaded by: CCL Photo Hunt

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Parked vehicles and building on Gloucester Street

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