Twenty-five years ago, Asda was hoping to relocate from its base off Horncastle Road (what is, today, the Boston Shopping Park).
The destination it had in mind was off Sleaford Road, the site of former gas works.
These pictures show how the area appeared at the time.
5. Asda plans move in Boston, February 2000
... and further right still ... Photo: Boston Standard
6. Asda plans move in Boston, February 2000
... and across to Boston Railway Station. Photo: Boston Standard
7. Asda plans move in Boston, February 2000
Pictured second from the left, the Grade II listed Freiston Lodge, in Sleaford Road. The 19th century building remains on site, near the road leading to and from the supermarket. Photo: Boston Standard
8. Asda plans move in Boston, February 2000
Freiston Lodge's former neighbours. Photo: Boston Standard
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