Before the Channel Tunnel

Much has been written about the Channel Tunnel, its history, the previous failures and then its final realisation, having overcome massive financial and technical problems. Indeed, it is an incredible achievement for which everyone involved can be justly proud. However, there is another story, that of the people who had to leave their homes; the disappearing buildings and communities; the changed landscape. Many ex-residents have been interviewed and most happily donated images of their former homes. Before the Channel Tunnel contains photographs of every building lost during the construction of the terminal and its access, combining family snaps, professional survey materials and many personal images of the changes. To enhance the historical perspective, archive views of the affected area have also been included. This book will appeal to all those who recognise the upheaval caused by Eurotunnel's plans to build the tunnel and the District Council's involvement with the access routes. It is an important document of the changes which occurred, not only to the immediate infrastructure, but also the lives of the people of Kent and the surrounding areas.