Here are a few atmospheric pictures from the EDP archives.
A very British preoccupation with the weather has led over the years to a desire to measure and quantify our rain, sunshine and wind.
•If you recognise anyone in the pictures or would like to tell us more about them you can email rosemary.dixon@archant.co.uk
•To get a copy of one of our old photographs, visit www.edp24.co.uk/buyaphoto or telephone Diane Townsend Mon-Fri on 01603 772449.
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