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Childrens play area JLP01_08_076262
Filename: jlp01_08_076262.jpg
Size: 6709 x 5348 (7.4MB)
Date: 8th December 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive. Joh
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
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Childrens play area JLP01_08_076262
Upton Priory, Macclesfield, Cheshire. A view of children playing in a play area in front of flat-roofed Easiform terraces on a housing estate in Macclesfield.
Easiform was a method of in situ pre-cast concrete construction which John Laing and Son Ltd developed from 1919 onwards
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Media ID 24135950
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1960s Childhood Children Housing Play Terrace
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This print captures the essence of childhood joy in a play area located in Upton Priory, Macclesfield, Cheshire. The image showcases a group of children immersed in their playful activities against the backdrop of flat-roofed Easiform terraces on a housing estate. The scene exudes an aura of innocence and carefree abandon as these youngsters engage with one another amidst their concrete surroundings. Their laughter and animated gestures bring life to this snapshot frozen in time. Easiform, a revolutionary construction method developed by John Laing and Son Ltd from 1919 onwards, is evident in the architectural design surrounding the play area. These pre-cast concrete structures symbolize progress and innovation during that era. This photograph serves as a nostalgic reminder of simpler times when children would gather outdoors to explore their imaginations freely. It transports us back to the 1960s when communal spaces like this were cherished for fostering social interaction among young residents. Preserved within Historic England's extensive archive collection, this image resonates with anyone who appreciates the beauty found within everyday moments. It encapsulates not only the spirit of childhood but also represents an important chapter in architectural history. As we gaze upon this timeless scene, we are reminded of our own youthful adventures and encouraged to cherish those fleeting moments that shape our lives forever.
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