Cheshire Man Creates 1850s Wild West Town Home

Billy Gibbons, a 68-year-old retired care home worker from Audlem, Cheshire, has created a unique living space that reflects his fascination with the past. Inside his home, he has meticulously decorated in a 1950s style, featuring items like a Bakelite TV from 1949 and a vibrant kitchen with vintage appliances. Outside, he has transformed his garden into an 1850s Wild West town, complete with a sheriff's office, two jails, a bank, and even a moonshine still, all constructed over three years at a cost of £500. Gibbons' passion for the 1950s stems from his childhood and has grown since inheriting the family home in 1996 after his parents passed away. His eclectic collection includes 10 fridges from the 1950s, classic cars, and period clothing, allowing him to fully immerse himself in both eras. He creatively uses these spaces for practical purposes, such as using the barbershop for storage and the blacksmith as a garage.