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Fund raising JLP01_08_081369
Filename: jlp01_08_081369.jpg
Size: 5166 x 5142 (5.2MB)
Date: 3rd March 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive. Joh
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
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Fund raising JLP01_08_081369
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. A man with a RNLI lifeboat collection box at the Laing Sports Ground, with children in the background sitting in a boat on the grass.
A Gala Day was held by Laing at the Laing Sports Ground on 14th June 1969, as a replacement of the annual Sports Day. Sports events were held by the Sports Club, which included hockey, tennis, bowls, and football tournaments. A traditional English fete programme featured coconut shies, bingo, pony rides, catering and a beer tent, candy floss, and roundabouts. The day ended with a beauty contest, prize draw, and the election of Miss Sports Club. In the evening there was a fireworks display and a gala dance which continued until midnight
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Media ID 24431229
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1960s Fair Festival Laing Spirit People Sports Ground Fundraising
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the lively atmosphere of a fundraising event at the Laing Sports Ground in Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. Dated 14th June 1969, this Gala Day was organized by Laing as a replacement for their annual Sports Day. The image showcases a man holding an RNLI lifeboat collection box, symbolizing the charitable spirit that permeated the event. In the background, children can be seen sitting in a boat on the grass, adding to the festive ambiance. The day was filled with various sports tournaments such as hockey, tennis, bowls, and football matches held by the Sports Club. However, it wasn't just about sports; attendees also enjoyed traditional English fete activities like coconut shies and bingo. The program included pony rides and roundabouts for amusement while catering services offered treats like candy floss and refreshments from a beer tent. As dusk fell upon the grounds of Laing Sports Grounds, spectators were treated to an enchanting fireworks display before transitioning into an evening gala dance that lasted until midnight. This photograph not only encapsulates joyful moments but also serves as a reminder of how communities came together to support local causes during this era. It is evident that this event fostered both camaraderie among participants and raised funds for charitable endeavors – truly reflecting the spirit of Laing's commitment to giving back to society.
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