This scene may be more difficult to identify if it did not include the large building on the left of the photo, such has been the amount of change since it was captured almost 100 years ago.
The Watford Observer is delighted to share pictures from the Museum of Watford's archive and this week we look back at this view of High Street.
The museum’s volunteer archivist Christine Orchard said: “This photograph, dated 1935, captures the top of High Street as seen from The Elms and before any roundabouts had been built.
“A lorry on the right is exiting High Street onto the crossroads.
“In the background, a new parade of shops near the pond is just beginning to take shape, with construction work underway.
“A large vacant plot remains between the new shops and the cinema, emphasising the still-developing streetscape.
“A real snapshot of the town in transition, with new buildings gradually reshaping High Street.”
Visit the museum Facebook page or website www.watfordmuseum.org.uk to see more historic photos.
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