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Framed Print : Apple bobbing JLP01_08_021705
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Apple bobbing JLP01_08_021705
Carlisle, Cumbria. Two children competing in an apple bobbing contest as a group of children and adults watch, during a Laing sports day at Carlisle.
On 19th June 1954 an annual sports day was held at the Sports Club in Carlisle. Activities commenced between 2pm and 11pm, including a programme of track and field events, side-shows, a buffet tea, a film show and dancing in the marquee
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Media ID 24296427
© Historic England Archive
1950s Childhood Fashion Laing Spirit Leisure Recreation Water Buckets Childrens Games
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Apple bobbing JLP01_08_021705" Framed Print from Media Storehouse and Historic England Archive. This vintage photograph, copyrighted by Historic England Archive and captured by Joh, takes you back in time to a joyful moment at a Laing sports day in Carlisle. Witness the excitement as two children compete in an apple bobbing contest, surrounded by curious onlookers. Bring this nostalgic scene into your home or office and add a unique touch of history to your decor. Order your Framed Print today and relive the charm of yesteryears.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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> The way we were
> Childhood
> Entertainment for kids
> The way we were
> Leisure
> Fairs and carnivals
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a joyful moment during a Laing sports day in Carlisle, back on the 19th of June, 1954. In the heart of Cumbria, two children are seen eagerly competing in an apple bobbing contest while a group of excited children and adults watch with anticipation. The atmosphere is filled with laughter and cheers as these youngsters showcase their determination and playful spirit. The event was held at the Sports Club in Carlisle, offering a range of activities from track and field events to side-shows. Attendees were treated to a delightful buffet tea, followed by a film show and dancing under the enchanting marquee until late into the evening. This nostalgic image not only portrays leisure and recreation but also highlights fashion trends prevalent during that era. The children's attire reflects classic 1950s style, reminding us of simpler times when childhood games like apple bobbing brought communities together for endless fun. Preserved by A© Historic England Archive, this photograph immortalizes an innocent moment frozen in time. It serves as a beautiful reminder of how simple pleasures can create lasting memories that transcend generations. Let this image transport you back to an era where buckets filled with water sparked pure joy among both young and old alike.
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