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Framed Print : Cricket on the beach JLP01_08_001074
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Cricket on the beach JLP01_08_001074
MINEHEAD, WEST SOMERSET. A group of people playing cricket on the beach, with a young boy as batsman, during a Laing staff outing to Minehead.
This 1949 outing was for Laing staff in the South-West area. This included contracts in Bristol, Boscombe Down, Swindon, Cirencester and Gloucestershir
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Media ID 24462395
© Historic England Archive
1940s Childhood Cricket Day Trip Family Life Laing Spirit People Recreation Seaside Sport
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating Cricket on the Beach framed print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the iconic image JLP01_08_001074 by Historic England Archive. This vintage photograph, taken at Minehead, West Somerset, showcases a joyful moment from a Laing staff outing, with a young boy elegantly playing cricket on the sandy beach. Immerse yourself in the nostalgia of a simpler time and bring this timeless scene into your home or office. Each print is meticulously framed to preserve the image's authenticity and enhance its visual appeal. Experience the perfect blend of history and beauty with this exquisite framed print from Media Storehouse.
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
Childhood memories and the Laing spirit come alive in this print captured by A© Historic England Archive. Step back in time to a sunny day in 1949, where a group of people are enjoying a delightful game of cricket on the picturesque beach of Minehead, West Somerset. In the forefront stands a young boy, full of enthusiasm and determination, ready to take on the role of batsman. His eager eyes reflect the joy and excitement that can only be found during carefree days spent with family and friends. Surrounding him are fellow Laing staff members, united not only by their profession but also by their shared love for sport and recreation. This snapshot offers us a glimpse into an era when simple pleasures were cherished amidst bustling work schedules. The South-West area was abuzz with Laing contracts in various towns such as Bristol, Boscombe Down, Swindon, Cirencester, and Gloucestershire. Yet amidst these busy projects, moments like this day trip to Minehead provided much-needed respite for hardworking individuals. The image exudes nostalgia for seaside adventures filled with laughter and camaraderie. It serves as a reminder that even in times gone by, people sought solace in nature's embrace while engaging in beloved pastimes like cricket. Let this print transport you back to an era where family life intertwined seamlessly with leisurely pursuits – where cricket on the beach symbolized pure bliss.
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