In December of 1954 the areas of East Wall , North Strand and Fairview were severely flooded. This song was written shortly afterwards by Church Road resident Joe O’Grady . It includes details of various events during the flood , and name checks numerous residents . We hope you enjoy it , and please share any memories it brings back to you.

We would like to thank David Whittaker for donating the original document above, and to the family of Joe O’Grady for their permission to reproduce his songs.

Newspaper cuttings courtesy St Agatha’s Parish.

This newsreel footage includes some fantastic images from the area, featuring some very recognisable locations: