Candy Floss Collection

"Candy Floss Delights: A Sweet Treat Through the Years" Step back in time to June 1978, where Lenny Henry, the renowned comedian

Candy Floss Collection: Lenny Henry, comedian, having some fun at Great Yarmouth, Norfolk. June 1978

Lenny Henry, comedian, having some fun at Great Yarmouth, Norfolk. June 1978. Sir Lenworth George Henry, CBE (born 29 August 1958), known as Lenny Henry, is a British stand-up comedian, actor

Candy Floss Collection: Families enjoying the summer sun and candy floss on the beach at Southend, Essex

Families enjoying the summer sun and candy floss on the beach at Southend, Essex. 30th July 1963

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Candy Floss Collection: Day trippers from London enjoying candy floss, muscles and winkles from a sea food cafe

Day trippers from London enjoying candy floss, muscles and winkles from a sea food cafe in Southend, Essex. July 1963

Candy Floss Collection: Blackpool beach crowds. The crowded beach at Blackpool central, Lancashire

Blackpool beach crowds. The crowded beach at Blackpool central, Lancashire. June 1960 M4420-014

Girls eating candyfloss at Hearsall Common fair, Coventry. 3rd June 1967

Candy Floss Collection: Candy floss sellers at Basilica de La Asuncion dating from 1610, Leons Cathedral

Candy floss sellers at Basilica de La Asuncion dating from 1610, Leons Cathedral, the largest in Central America, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Leon, Nicaragua, Central America

Candy Floss Collection: Two children eating cotton candy

Two children eating cotton candy
San Francisco, California: March, 1937. Two children eating cotton candy take advantage of Safeways Playland At The Beach Week coupons

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"Candy Floss Delights: A Sweet Treat Through the Years" Step back in time to June 1978, where Lenny Henry, the renowned comedian, found himself having a blast at Great Yarmouth in Norfolk. Amidst the laughter and joy, he couldn't resist indulging in some fluffy candy floss that perfectly matched his infectious smile. Meanwhile, families basked under the warm summer sun on Southend beach in Essex. As they built sandcastles and splashed in the waves, their hands were adorned with sugary strands – a delightful treat that added an extra layer of sweetness to their cherished memories. Day trippers from London sought refuge from city life by immersing themselves in Blackpool's vibrant atmosphere. Amongst the bustling crowds on Blackpool central beach in Lancashire, these holidaymakers relished not only sandy shores but also delectable candy floss alongside mouthwatering seafood delights like muscles and winkles from local cafes. The nostalgic charm continued as we journeyed back to Hearsall Common fair in Coventry on June 3rd, 1967. Girls giggled with delight as they savored sticky bites of cotton candy while enjoying thrilling rides and lively entertainment – a true feast for all senses. Southend once again stole hearts during June 1962 when holidaymakers reveled in its beauty. The air was filled with laughter and carefree spirits as people strolled along the promenade or lounged on deckchairs; their fingers playfully twirling wisps of cotton candy before savoring each sugary bite. Returning to Lenny Henry's escapades at Great Yarmouth brings us full circle to his contagious enthusiasm for life's simple pleasures. Whether it was his first taste or hundredth encounter with this beloved confectionery treat remains unknown; nevertheless, his radiant smile spoke volumes about how much fun can be had amidst the sticky sweetness of candy floss.