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Clacton-on-Sea a98_17446
CLACTON-ON-SEA, Essex. A view of the pier complete with rollercoaster. In the foreground seaside holidaymakers lounge in deckchairs while a small boat offers sea trips. Photographed by Hallam Ashley in 1953. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 1683531
Filename: AA98_17446.jpg
Size: 4336 x 4378 (5.1MB)
Date: 4th August 2009
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: English Heritage Images
Job Title: Photographer
Beach Boat Coast Leisure P Ier People Recreation
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> Historic Images > Famed Photographers > Hallam Ashley Collection (1931-1980)
> Historic Images > Historic Images 1900s - 1910s
> Landscapes > Coastal Landscapes
> The way we were > Leisure > A grand day out
> The way we were > Leisure > Seaside > On the beach
> The way we were > Leisure > Seaside > Piers
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This evocative photograph, taken by Hallam Ashley in 1953, captures the essence of a quintessential British seaside scene at Clacton-on-Sea, Essex. The pier, a beloved landmark of the town, stretches out into the North Sea, its structure adorned with colorful lights and the distinctive silhouette of a rollercoaster at its end. In the foreground, holidaymakers bask in the sun, lounging in deckchairs with their feet in the sand, enjoying the simple pleasures of a day at the beach. A small boat, offering sea trips to adventurous visitors, sits anchored nearby, adding to the bustling atmosphere of recreation and leisure. The vast expanse of the sea stretches out beyond, its gentle waves lapping at the shore, inviting swimmers and paddlers to take a refreshing dip. The scene is one of relaxation, joy, and the simple pleasures of a day spent by the coast." "The photograph, taken over six decades ago, transports us back in time, allowing us to imagine the sights, sounds, and sensations of a bygone era. It serves as a reminder of the enduring appeal of the British seaside, and the timeless joy that comes from a day spent by the sea, surrounded by family and friends." "Hallam Ashley, a skilled photographer, expertly captures the essence of the scene, using the natural light and composition to create a stunning image that is both nostalgic and timeless. This photograph is a treasure trove of history, transporting us back to a simpler time and reminding us of the enduring appeal of the British coast.
