Author Archives: Simon Chapple

Do your old photos always come out at Christmas?  Nowadays, it’s one of the few times when we tend to gather around such albums and remember the moments that shaped us. But as the years go by, those precious photos, whether tucked away in boxes or albums, are at serious risk of being lost forever. […]

Nowadays, most of our memories live in the cloud, on hard drives or smartphones. But many of us also still have special moments trapped in old shoeboxes full of 35mm negatives. These are often a treasure trove from history, but are rarely looked at.  Whether they’re of your grandparents’ wedding or childhood holidays, these film […]

Do you have boxes of old photographs you want to move online? Perhaps you have shelves of precious memories and aren’t sure where to begin. Digitising old photos is crucial to preserve them for future generations. But should you do it yourself, or trust a professional service like Mr Scan? Although there are plenty of […]

Old photos deserve more than to be hidden away in a box in the loft. After all, they not only tell the story of your family, but are a piece of history. Each image is a moment never to be repeated, a piece of personal heritage that deserves to be seen and shared.  Over time, […]

Nowadays, it’s rare for most of us to have physical photographs developed. They tend to live exclusively on our screens, even though tangible photos still have that irreplaceable power.  However, you likely have a treasure trove of old family photos. Holding them is like looking into a time capsule: one which shows us those memories […]