Road opened by Princess Alexandra of Wales 24 July 1865 designed by John Matthews Borough Surveyor, The Granite Lamp Post with drinking troughs on either side records this fact. Was removed to Mennae Sports field after World War II
The gas showrooms, built in 1908, and demolished in the early 1960's. Designed by Oliver Caldwell.
The Chapel was built in 1807. After closure it became Knees department store.