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Architectural Models Collection
Ref: MOD
Ref: MOD

Architectural models showing the design of housing developments, industrial units, leisure facilities, transport facilities and commercial accommodation in the development of Milton Keynes as a new town. Many were created by Milton Keynes Development Corporation, others were created after their existence. None have specific dates of creation. The objects have been listed using previous MOD reference numbers, ...
Two Mile Ash / Great Holm
Ref: MOD/001
Ref: MOD/001

A 1:1000 scale model of planned development at Two Mile Ash and Great Holm in Milton Keynes. The model shows both estates, divided by a grid road. Bus stops are shown and there is a footbridge connecting the estates. There is a roundabout at one side of the model connecting to another grid road. There are ...
Apex Centre
Ref: MOD/003
Ref: MOD/003

A 1:1000 scale model of the Apex Centre in Milton Keynes. The model shows the exterior of what is likely to be the area directly to the west of Junction 14 of the M1. There is an elevated central roundabout, surrounded on three sides by a water feature [River Great Ouse?]. A circular road runs ...
Kiln Farm A.F.U.s [Advanced Factory Units] Phase 12
Ref: MOD/005
Ref: MOD/005

A 1:50 exterior scale model of a factory unit design at 19-24 Carters Lane, Kiln Farm, Milton Keynes. The model contains a flat roofed single storey building with high ceilings. The front and rear of the building have corrugated metal finishes while the side walls are indented from the roof of the structure and have ...
Milton Keynes City Centre Underpass Infrastructure
Ref: MOD/006
Ref: MOD/006

A 1:100 scale model of a traffic light controlled crossroads in Central Milton Keynes. Four pedestrian underpasses are shown, all identical in design. The floor surface of the underpasses is formed of square tiles. The underpasses ascend to car parks, where there is a small amount of landscaping. There are trees on one road approaching ...
Powell Foundation
Ref: POW
Ref: POW
Papers concerning the Powell Foundation, distributors of grant funding from the legacy of Margaret Powell. Includes: Receipt of communication card from the Valuation Office to H.A. Diamond at Milton Keynes Development Corporation, 9 October 1978 Correspondence relating to the sale of Tattenhoe Bare Farm, 17 October 1988 - 31 March 1989 Map showing the area of the farm, ...
IT's No Joke
Ref: MDN/010
Ref: MDN/010
Poster promoting the services of the Information Technology Exchange, located in Midsummer House. Features a series of cartoons of historical figures at important events, but using information technology e.g. monks typing up the Domesday Book, Henry VIII online dating and Horatio Nelson sending his "England expects..." message by fax. Cartoons are by Terence 'Larry' Parkes. ...
County Fair
Ref: MDN/013
Ref: MDN/013
Poster advertising the County Fair, held at Milton Keynes Bowl 6-7 June 1981 or 1987. Features list of attractions on each day, including Tony Blackburn, Mike Reid and Maggie Philbin as part of the Stoke Mandeville Appeal roadshow; military bands and displays; and Miss Milton Keynes Beauty Contest. Artwork by Tony Beesley of military bands ...
Great Linford Parish Council
Ref: GLP
Ref: GLP
Correspondence, reports and notes on parish council topics including parish boundary review, travellers and liaison with Buckinghamshire County Council. A list of contents is available on request.
[Central Business Exchange Photograph]
Ref: MDN/017
Ref: MDN/017
Colour photographic print showing a fisheye aerial view over the Central Business Exchange (CBX) in Central Milton Keynes. The Point, shopping centre, Central Library and Civic Offices can be seen in the distance. Size 51 x 40.5cm.
[Wildlife in Milton Keynes]
Ref: PSR/03/034
Ref: PSR/03/034
A2 poster featuring black and white drawing of woodland flora and fauna. Full version of drawing featuring on item PSR/03/020.
Queen's Court, Central Milton Keynes
Ref: POS/145
Ref: POS/145
Christmas card with colour night-time view of water fountain in Queen's Court in the shopping building. Looking South East towards McDonalds. Printed message inside reads "Christmas and New Year Greetings from Milton Keynes Development Corporation". A small paragraph of factual information about the shopping centre is on the left-hand side of the card.
Abestos Does Kill
Ref: PSR/03/035
Ref: PSR/03/035
Black and white, features a skull and crossbones sign with the words "Welcome to Milton Keynes. Toxic Hazard. Absestos Does Kill"
Peter Clarke Collection
Ref: PEC
Ref: PEC
Transcript, copy photographs, publications, reports, drawings relating to Peter Calrke's work at Chief Civil Engineer for Milton Keynes Development Corporation and Pell Frischmann.
Tom Hancock Collection
Ref: THA
Ref: THA
Correspondence, notes and sketches regarding the planning and implementation of the Peace Pagoda, proposed designs for Greentown at Crownhill. List available on request.
Edna Read Collection
Ref: ERC
Ref: ERC
Documents, photographs and audio visual material created and collected by Edna Read relating to art in Milton Keynes. Includes material about the organisations: City Gallery, Art in Milton Keynes (AIM), Midsummer Arts Trust, and MK Theatre and Gallery. Includes material on projects such as Art in MK publication, FutureWorld sculpture trail, Bletchley Park sculpture trail, ...
Image Archive Collection
Ref: IMA
Ref: IMA
Slides and photographic prints of images depicting the history and development of the Milton Keynes area. The images include scenes of the area prior to development, building and construction work, street scenes, events, housing and industrial architecture, playgrounds, community buildings, events and activities, street furniture, grid roads, interior and exterior shots, housing exhibitions, visits of ...
Map Collection
Ref: MAP
Ref: MAP

Maps and plans of Milton Keynes, including general, historic, geological surveys, archaeological and heritage sites, and strategic and planning maps. Produced by various organisation including Ordnance Survey, government and Milton Keynes Development Corporation.
Parish and Local Government Review
Ref: GLP/002
Ref: GLP/002
Correspondence and proposals relating to parish reviews in Milton Keynes, plus some material relating to local government review and electoral boundaries.
Parish Review. Draft Submission to the Local Government Boundary Commission for England
Ref: GLP/002/002
Ref: GLP/002/002
For public consultation. Explores the cases surrounding potential parish status for areas across the borough.
[Letter and Annexes from Local Government Boundary Commission for England]
Ref: GLP/002/004
Ref: GLP/002/004
Letter to the Head of Administrative and Legal Services at Milton Keynes Borough Council from L. B. Grimshaw, Secretary of the Local Government Boundary Commission for England, 28 September 1983, accompanying annexes. The letter mentions a report of the Assistant Commissioner R. N. D. Hamilton on the local meeting he held concerning parishing arrangements in ...
Borough of Milton Keynes. Parish Review
Ref: GLP/002/005
Ref: GLP/002/005
Leaflet providing information about the review of parishes in the designated area of Milton Keynes. Undated.
Local Government Act 1972 - Section 137
Ref: GLP/002/012
Ref: GLP/002/012
Pages i-iv omitted from a letter of 1 May regarding boundary changes in the parish review. Undated.
Brian Cudmore Collection
Ref: CUD
Ref: CUD

35mm slides showing Beanhill, Netherfield, Conniburrow and other parts of Milton Keynes, taken by Professor Brian Cudmore on trips as part of his academic and personal interest in urban planning and geography.

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