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30-Oct-2009
by Rob Howard
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 The 70th anniversary of the official opening of the Stockport Air Raid Shelters took place on October 24th. Accordionists Rob Howard and John Jones entertained large numbers of visitors throughout the afternoon, leading sing along sessions of war songs such as ‘Run Rabbit Run’, ‘Lili Marlene’, Wish Me Luck, Lambeth Walk’, and many others. BBC radio and television news and the local press covered the event, which was opened by the Mayor of Stockport, Councillor Colin MacAlister.The Air Raid Shelters opened in 1939, and during the Blitz in 1940 and 1941 provided cover for thousands each night. Accordionists were welcome entertainers to provide relief from the nightly tedium and tension. In recent years the Shelters were re-opened as a tourist attraction and educational resource. Accordion music forms part of occasional special tours, the next ones taking place on December 7th, 10th and 14th. For further information email: robaccord5@hotmail.com |