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Framed Print : Ice cream JLP01_09_880405
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Ice cream JLP01_09_880405
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. A little girl in a woollen hat eating an ice cream cone and holding her fathers hand at the 1988 Family Day at Laings Sports Ground.
Attractions at that years Family Day included; a parade of vintage cars, helicopter rides, plate smashing, stalls, an Its a Knockout style competition and tennis and six-a-side football tournaments. The event was opened by John Conteh, former world light heavy weight champion and ended with a barbecue and disco. This photograph appeared in the August 1988 edition of Team spirit, the Laing company newsletter
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Media ID 24397232
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1980s Childhood Family Life Food And Drink Laing Spirit Ice Cream
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection: "Ice cream JLP01_09_880405" by Historic England Archive. This charming photograph captures a precious moment of a little girl, dressed in a warm woollen hat, enjoying an ice cream cone while holding her father's hand during the 1988 Family Day at Laings Sports Ground in Barnet, Greater London. Relive the nostalgia of simpler times with this beautifully framed print, a perfect addition to your home or office decor. Authentically reproduced and framed, this high-quality print is a must-have for anyone who appreciates the beauty of history and the joy of family memories.
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 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This heartwarming print captures a precious moment from the 1988 Family Day at Laing Sports Ground in Elstree, Barnet. In this nostalgic scene, a little girl donning a cozy woollen hat indulges in an ice cream cone while tightly holding her father's hand. The joy and innocence radiating from their faces is truly enchanting. The event itself was nothing short of spectacular, offering an array of attractions that catered to everyone's interests. From a captivating parade of vintage cars to thrilling helicopter rides, there was no shortage of excitement for attendees. For those seeking some friendly competition, plate smashing and It's a Knockout style games provided endless laughter and entertainment. Sports enthusiasts were not left out either as tennis and six-a-side football tournaments added an extra layer of thrill to the festivities. The cherry on top came with the presence of John Conteh, former world light heavyweight champion, who graciously opened the event. As dusk settled over Laing Sports Ground, families gathered around for a delightful barbecue feast followed by an energetic disco that had everyone dancing into the night. This photograph holds immense sentimental value as it immortalizes not only the cherished memories shared between loved ones but also represents the spirit and essence of childhood during that vibrant era in Greater London.
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