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Arcade games JLP01_08_021570
Filename: jlp01_08_021570.jpg
Size: 5187 x 5211 (4.8MB)
Date: 16th March 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: © Historic England Archive. Joh
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Source: Historic England Archive
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Arcade games JLP01_08_021570
SKEGNESS, EAST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE. A row of people playing a roll a ball game in an amusement arcade during a Laing staff trip to Skegness.
In 1947, after a seven year break, Laing had resurrected their Area Outings for staff and their families, with trips taking place in May and June. In 1954, there were seven outings planned to take place over five weeks in May and June. This trip to Skegness was for employees and their families from the Midlands and South Yorkshire. A cropped version of this photograph was published in the July 1954 edition of Team Spirit, the Laing employee newsletter
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Media ID 24561547
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1950s Fashion Laing Spirit Leisure People Recreation Amusement Arcade Amusements Day Trippers Gambling Stall
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a moment of pure joy and excitement in an amusement arcade during a Laing staff trip to Skegness. The year is 1954, and after a seven-year hiatus, Laing has revived their Area Outings for employees and their families. This particular outing was organized for those hailing from the Midlands and South Yorkshire. In the image, we see a row of people engrossed in playing a roll-a-ball game. Their expressions are filled with anticipation as they eagerly aim to score points by rolling balls into various targets. The atmosphere is electric, with laughter and cheers filling the air. The fashion of the era is also on display, showcasing classic 1950s styles worn by both men and women. It's fascinating to observe how clothing trends have evolved over time. This photograph not only immortalizes a moment of leisure but also highlights the strong sense of community within Laing's workforce. Team Spirit, the employee newsletter, even featured this cropped version of the picture in its July 1954 edition. As we delve into this snapshot from history, it serves as a reminder that amidst our busy lives, taking time out for recreation and bonding with loved ones remains essential for our overall well-being.
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