Flip Flap Collection

The Flip-Flap, The Franco-British Exhibition at White City, London, in 1908

Flip-flap Franco-British Exhibition at the White City London in 1908

Flip-Flap ride at the Franco-British Exhibition 1908
The Flip-Flap ride with compartments that swung horizontally holding fifty people, held at Franco-British Exhibition at Shepherd's Bush, London. Date: 1908

The Flip-Flap, Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908 (photo)
560009 The Flip-Flap, Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908 (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Flip-Flap, Franco-British Exhibition, London)

The flip-flap ride at the Franco-British exhibition, 1908 (engraving)
2906531 The flip-flap ride at the Franco-British exhibition, 1908 (engraving) by Flere, H. H. (19th-20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Colonial Section from Flip-Flap, The Great White City, London (photo)
608684 Colonial Section from Flip-Flap, The Great White City, London (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Colonial Section from Flip-Flap)

Flip-Flap from Stadium, The Great White City, London (photo)
610333 Flip-Flap from Stadium, The Great White City, London (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Flip-Flap from Stadium, The Great White City)

Machinery Halls from Flip-Flap, The Great White City, London (photo)
608685 Machinery Halls from Flip-Flap, The Great White City, London (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Machinery Halls from Flip-Flap)

Grand Restaurant, Imperial International Exhibition, London, 1909. [Valentine & Sons Ltd, Dundee, London & New York, 1909]

Franco-British Fair
June 1908: General view of the Franco-British Exhibition at White City, London, taken from the Flip-Flap allowing all the spectacular buildings to be seen. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

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Step right up and experience the thrill of the Flip-Flap. This captivating ride took center stage at the Franco-British Exhibition held at the iconic White City in London back in 1908. With its mesmerizing flips and flaps, it was a true spectacle that left visitors awestruck. The Flip-Flap ride itself was a marvel of engineering, showcasing the ingenuity and creativity of its time. People from all walks of life flocked to witness this incredible attraction, eager to be whisked away on an exhilarating adventure. As you can see in historical photos and engravings, the Flip-Flap stood tall among other attractions at The Great White City. Its presence added a touch of excitement to an already impressive event. From the Colonial Section to Machinery Halls, this fair had it all - but nothing quite compared to the heart-pounding thrills offered by Flip-Flap. Imagine being transported back in time as you step into one of those vintage photographs capturing moments from this extraordinary exhibition. The atmosphere is electric with anticipation as people line up for their turn on this gravity-defying wonder. And let's not forget about sustenance. After experiencing such adrenaline-pumping rides, visitors could indulge themselves at the Grand Restaurant during another remarkable event - Imperial International Exhibition held in London just a year later. The Franco-British Fair truly brought together two nations under one roof, celebrating their shared history and culture through innovation and entertainment. And at its core was none other than our beloved Flip-Flap. Though long gone now, we can still appreciate its legacy through these glimpses into history. So join us as we take a trip down memory lane and relive those magical moments spent aboard the unforgettable Flip-Flap ride at The Great White City's Franco-British Exhibitions – where dreams soared high above London's skyline.