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Hoopla JLP01_08_046961
Filename: jlp01_08_046961.jpg
Size: 5251 x 5215 (5.5MB)
Date: 3rd March 2022
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
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Hoopla JLP01_08_046961
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. People playing the hoopla game during a Laing sports day at Elstree, showing a table with prizes on small blocks and a man collecting the hoops ready for the next round.
This sports day was attended by many Laing staff members and their families, with some travelling to Elstree from as far as Swindon, Leicester and Dagenham. The day consisted of various track and field events as well as attractions for children including fairground rides and performers. Handicraft, cookery, flower and photography competitions were also held, with entries displayed in a marquee at the fete
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Media ID 24431191
© Historic England Archive
1960s Fair Festival Laing Spirit Recreation Fete
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the vibrant atmosphere of a Laing sports day at Elstree's Rowley Lane in Greater London. The image showcases a lively game of hoopla, with people eagerly participating and vying for prizes displayed on small blocks. A man can be seen collecting the hoops, preparing for the next round of excitement. The event was attended by numerous Laing staff members and their families, who traveled from various locations including Swindon, Leicester, and Dagenham to partake in this joyous occasion. The sports day featured an array of track and field events that brought out the competitive spirit in everyone. Additionally, children were treated to thrilling fairground rides and mesmerizing performances. Beyond athletic competitions, there were also opportunities for showcasing talents through handicrafts, cookery displays, flower arrangements, and photography contests. These creative entries were proudly exhibited inside a marquee set up at the fete grounds. This snapshot perfectly encapsulates the essence of 1960s recreation - a time when communities came together to celebrate life's simple pleasures. It exudes an undeniable sense of festivity as individuals engage in friendly competition while surrounded by laughter and camaraderie. Preserved within Historic England Archive's collection, this photograph serves as a nostalgic reminder of an era filled with boundless enthusiasm for community engagement and wholesome entertainment.
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