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Obstacle race JLP01_09_870770
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Date: 24th February 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive. Joh
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Source: Historic England Archive
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Obstacle race JLP01_09_870770
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. Two men each pushing a woman in a wheelbarrow holding a bucket of water over a wooden bridge, one of the obstacles in the Its a Knockout style competition at the 1987 Family Day at Laings Sports Ground.
Attractions at that years Family Day included; hot air balloon rides, helicopter rides, a bouncy castle and fairground rides, stalls, an Its a Knockout style competition and tennis and six-a-side football tournaments. Cast members from Eastenders made a guest appearance and entered a side in the football competition. Six teams entered the Its a Knockout style competition, it was won by a team from Laing Design & Construction Services. This photograph appeared in the August 1987 edition of Team Spirit, the Laing company newsletter, reporting on the event
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Media ID 24401380
© Historic England Archive
1980s Laing Spirit People Race Recreation Sport Its A Knockout Obstacle
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the excitement and camaraderie of an obstacle race during the 1987 Family Day at Laing Sports Ground in Elstree, Barnet. Two determined men can be seen pushing a woman in a wheelbarrow, carefully maneuvering their way across a wooden bridge while she holds onto a bucket filled with water. This challenging task was just one of many obstacles participants faced in the thrilling "It's a Knockout" style competition. The Family Day offered an array of attractions for all ages to enjoy. From hot air balloon rides and helicopter rides to bouncy castles and fairground rides, there was no shortage of entertainment. Stalls lined the grounds, adding to the festive atmosphere as families explored various offerings. One highlight of the event was undoubtedly the presence of Eastenders cast members who made a special guest appearance and even formed their own football team for the six-a-side tournament. The Its a Knockout competition drew six teams, but it was Laing Design & Construction Services that emerged victorious. This remarkable photograph appeared in Team Spirit, Laing company's newsletter, showcasing this memorable day filled with sportsmanship and fun. It serves as both a nostalgic reminder of past events and an insight into how communities came together to celebrate shared experiences during this era.
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