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Skegness Collection (#2)

"Skegness: A Bracing Coastal Retreat" Step into the charming seaside town of Skegness

Background imageSkegness Collection: Skegness, the Pier (b / w photo)

Skegness, the Pier (b / w photo)
3091892 Skegness, the Pier (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Skegness, the Pier)

Background imageSkegness Collection: The Sands, Skegness, Lincolnshire

The Sands, Skegness, Lincolnshire. Date: early 20th century

Background imageSkegness Collection: Rock Garden, Skegness (colour litho)

Rock Garden, Skegness (colour litho)
726697 Rock Garden, Skegness (colour litho) by Quinton, Alfred Robert (1853-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rock Garden, Skegness.); © Look and Learn

Background imageSkegness Collection: Waterfall, Rock Gardens, Skegness (colour litho)

Waterfall, Rock Gardens, Skegness (colour litho)
726696 Waterfall, Rock Gardens, Skegness (colour litho) by Quinton, Alfred Robert (1853-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Waterfall, Rock Gardens, Skegness.); © Look and Learn

Background imageSkegness Collection: Boating Lake, South Shore, Skegness (colour litho)

Boating Lake, South Shore, Skegness (colour litho)
727962 Boating Lake, South Shore, Skegness (colour litho) by Quinton, Alfred Robert (1853-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boating Lake, South Shore, Skegness.); © Look and Learn

Background imageSkegness Collection: Land sailing, also known as 'sand yachting'or 'land yachting'

Land sailing, also known as "sand yachting"or "land yachting"
Land sailing, also known as " sand yachting" or " land yachting", is the act of moving across land in a wheeled vehicle powered by wind through the use of a sail

Background imageSkegness Collection: Captain Malcolm Campbell Motor Racing on Skegness Sands. June 1925

Captain Malcolm Campbell Motor Racing on Skegness Sands. June 1925

Background imageSkegness Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20105890

EyeUbiquitous_20105890
England, Lincolnshire, Skegness, Facade of amusement arcade in clear blue sky

Background imageSkegness Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20105882

EyeUbiquitous_20105882
England, Lincolnshire, Skegness, Donkeys for childrens rides with names on beach

Background imageSkegness Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20105888

EyeUbiquitous_20105888
England, Lincolnshire, Skegness, Plastic artificial Palm Tree with amusement arcade behind in clear blue sky

Background imageSkegness Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20105879

EyeUbiquitous_20105879
England, Lincolnshire, Skegness, Lincs Wind Farm offshore on the horizon showing turbine blades

Background imageSkegness Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20105880

EyeUbiquitous_20105880
England, Lincolnshire, Skegness, Facade of amusement arcade with rollercoaster behind in clear blue sky

Background imageSkegness Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20105891

EyeUbiquitous_20105891
England, Lincolnshire, Skegness, Facade of amusement arcade in clear blue sky

Background imageSkegness Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20105889

EyeUbiquitous_20105889
England, Lincolnshire, Skegness, Plastic artificial Palm Tree with amusement arcade behind in clear blue sky

Background imageSkegness Collection: East Lindsey PE25 3 Map

East Lindsey PE25 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of East Lindsey PE25 3

Background imageSkegness Collection: East Lindsey PE25 2 Map

East Lindsey PE25 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of East Lindsey PE25 2

Background imageSkegness Collection: Broxtowe NG16 6 Map

Broxtowe NG16 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Broxtowe NG16 6

Background imageSkegness Collection: Nottingham Poor Boys Convalescent Home, Skegness

Nottingham Poor Boys Convalescent Home, Skegness
A seaside convalescent home at Skegness, Lincolnshire, for Poor Boys from Nottingham

Background imageSkegness Collection: The Beach, Chapel St Leonards, Lincolnshire

The Beach, Chapel St Leonards, Lincolnshire
The Beach, Chapel St Leonards, near Skegness, Lincolnshire, England. Date: 1964

Background imageSkegness Collection: Skegness Ballroom

Skegness Ballroom
The Embassy Ballroom, Concert Hall and Tea Gardens, the municipal centre of entertainment at the seaside resort of Skegness, Lincolnshire, England. Date: 1950s

Background imageSkegness Collection: Aerial View of Butlins Luxury Holiday Camp at Skegness

Aerial View of Butlins Luxury Holiday Camp at Skegness. Date: circa late 1940s

Background imageSkegness Collection: Derby Avenue, Skegness, England

Derby Avenue, Skegness, England
Derby Avenue, Skegness, Lincolnshire, England. Date: 1922

Background imageSkegness Collection: Grand Parade Gardens, Skegness, Lincolnshire

Grand Parade Gardens, Skegness, Lincolnshire
Grand Parade Gardens, Skegness, near Chapel St Leonards, Lincolnshire, England. Showing the Clock Tower Date: 1947

Background imageSkegness Collection: Ice Cream Cart and Seller, Skegness, Lincolnshire

Ice Cream Cart and Seller, Skegness, Lincolnshire, England. A Farvigar Jung of Alexandra Road Date: 1910s

Background imageSkegness Collection: Market Place, Boston, Lancashire

Market Place, Boston, Lancashire
Market Place, Boston, near Skegness, Lancashire, England. Showing Hepworth & Son Ltd - Clothiers Date: 1909

Background imageSkegness Collection: North Parade Waterway, Skegness, Lincolnshire

North Parade Waterway, Skegness, Lincolnshire
North Parade Waterway, Skegness, near Chapel St Leonards, Lincolnshire, England. Date: 1930s

Background imageSkegness Collection: Lumley Road, Skegness, Lincolnshire

Lumley Road, Skegness, Lincolnshire
Lumley Road, Skegness, near Chapel St Leonards, Lincolnshire, England. Showing the clock tower Date: 1930s

Background imageSkegness Collection: Childrens Paddling Pool, Skegness, Lincolnshire

Childrens Paddling Pool, Skegness, Lincolnshire
Childrens Paddling Pool, Skegness, near Chapel St Leonards, Lincolnshire, England. Date: 1920s

Background imageSkegness Collection: Waterway - North Parade, Skegness, Lincolnshire

Waterway - North Parade, Skegness, Lincolnshire
Waterway - North Parade, Skegness, near Mablethorpe, Lincolnshire, England. Date: 1930s

Background imageSkegness Collection: The East Coast is SO bracing, WW1 cartoon

The East Coast is SO bracing, WW1 cartoon
The East Coast is SO bracing - with apologies to the famous " Hassall" poster. Cartoon by J. H. Thorpe referencing John Hassalls famous jolly Skegness is so bracing travel poster

Background imageSkegness Collection: 19th Sheffield Company of the Boys Brigade, Skegness Camp, Lincolnshire, 1906

19th Sheffield Company of the Boys Brigade, Skegness Camp, Lincolnshire, 1906
Original at Sheffield City Archives: SY635/2

Background imageSkegness Collection: Lumley Road, Skegness, England

Lumley Road, Skegness, England. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Background imageSkegness Collection: Gardens and pavillion, Skegness, England

Gardens and pavillion, Skegness, England. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Background imageSkegness Collection: Tower and parade, Skegness, England

Tower and parade, Skegness, England. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Background imageSkegness Collection: The pier, Skegness, England

The pier, Skegness, England. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Background imageSkegness Collection: The parade, Skegness, England

The parade, Skegness, England. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Background imageSkegness Collection: The East Coast is So Bracing! by James H. Thorpe

The East Coast is So Bracing! by James H. Thorpe
A pastiche of the famous " Skegness is so Bracing" poster by John Hassall, reworked by J.H. Thorpe in the light of the coastal bombardment suffered by Britain in January 1915

Background imageSkegness Collection: Butlins Skegness Camp

Butlins Skegness Camp
Billy Butlin revolutionises the holiday camp business with camps, like this at Skegness, which offer all kinds of on- the-spot family activities and entertainment facilities




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"Skegness: A Bracing Coastal Retreat" Step into the charming seaside town of Skegness, where the invigorating sea air and vibrant atmosphere make it a truly bracing destination. Immortalized in John Hassall's iconic artwork "Skegness is SO Bracing, " this coastal gem has been captivating visitors for decades. The famous BR (ER) poster from 1956 proudly proclaimed the refreshing qualities of Skegness, enticing travelers to experience its unique charm. And what better way to do so than by staying at Butlins - Skegness? This renowned holiday resort offers endless fun and entertainment for all ages. As you explore this picturesque town, take in the breathtaking views captured in the multiview postcard of Skegness, Lincolnshire. The motion blur of brightly painted merry-go-round horses whirling around adds an element of excitement and nostalgia to your visit. For those seeking thrills, Cartwrights Great Wheel promises an exhilarating ride with panoramic vistas over Skegness. And if you're a history enthusiast, don't miss out on discovering how the Great Northern Railway and Great Central Railway once offered exciting excursions to nearby towns like Newark, Sleaford, Boston, Mablethorpe Mumby Road, and Sutton on Sea back in 1912. Skegness isn't just about leisure; it also hosts prestigious events such as Crufts 2015 – showcasing top-tier dog competitions that draw crowds from far and wide. If you're craving more adrenaline-pumping adventures during your stay here, be sure to hop on the thrilling rollercoaster that will leave you breathless yet wanting more. No trip to Skegness would be complete without a visit to its beloved pier. Dating back to circa 1910 when it was first built, this historic landmark exudes timeless charm against the backdrop of crashing waves and stunning sunsets.