Historic Paisley sessions for care homes, sheltered housing, libraries and community groups
Bringing Historic Paisley to Life Through Shared Memory and Story
Using the remarkable Harry Hornby Collection, we deliver engaging, guided sessions with historic photographs that spark conversation, memories and connection.
These sessions are ideal for care homes, sheltered housing communities, libraries, day centres and community groups who want relaxed, meaningful activities with local relevance.
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Who This Is For
This service is suited to:
• Care homes and nursing homes
• Sheltered and supported housing schemes
• Memory cafés and wellbeing programmes
• Libraries and community centres
• Adult learning groups and local history classes
We tailor each session to the group, their interests and their space.
What We Provide
From the Harry Hornby Collection of over 800 colour images, we create themed sessions that:
• Invite participants to recognise familiar streets, shops and places
• Encourage conversation around shared memories
• Offer a warm, engaging social activity
• Celebrate local history through everyday life
Each session is led by an experienced facilitator who supports group engagement at a comfortable pace.
How it Works
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You choose a date and theme — or we suggest based on your group.
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We curate relevant historic images from the collection.
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We deliver the session using screen, TV or printed photos.
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Participants share memories and stories in a relaxed guided format.
Sessions are flexible and can be adapted to the needs of your group.
Benefits of a Session
Participants enjoy:
• Recognition of familiar places and faces
• Social interaction and shared conversation
• A sense of connection to local heritage
• Gentle cognitive engagement
This isn’t just looking at photos — it’s about rediscovering shared experience.
About the Harry Hornby Collection
he Harry Hornby Collection captures everyday life in Paisley between the 1960s to 1990s. Through his lens we see:
• Streetscapes such as Piazza and Gilmour Street
• Local parks, shops and pubs
• Everyday people and events
• Historic moments that no longer exist
This archive gives groups rich material to prompt recollection and discussion.
Practical Information
Session length: typically 45–60 minutes
Group size: flexible depending on space and needs
Location: delivered at your venue, such as a care home lounge, community room or library hall
Equipment: TV screen or projector recommended (we can advise)
We deliver sessions throughout Paisley and Renfrewshire.
Pricing
Pricing is straightforward and based on session length and location.
We offer clear, transparent pricing, with discounts available for regular or repeat bookings.
Please contact us for a tailored quote.
Book a Session
Ready to bring historic Paisley to your group?
Looking for more detail?
Phone: 07368 830099
Email: contact@paisleytours.org.uk