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Hook a duck JLP01_11_54042_06
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. Two young children playing a hook a duck game at the Kids Count family fun day at the Laing Sports Club.
The Kids Count family fun day was held at the Laing Sports Club near Elstree on 27th June 1992 and was attended by several thousand people from all over the country. Various amusements were laid on including bouncy castles, the cube game, Radio Lollipop, a circus, dog show, sporting activities and a special safe building site, giving children hands-on experience of construction. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive
Media ID 24397246
Filename: jlp01_11_54042_06.jpg
Size: 4928 x 4992 (5.5MB)
Date: 23rd February 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/
1990s Childhood Laing Spirit Leisure Sports Ground Summer Face Painting Paddling Pool
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This charming print captures the essence of childhood joy and summer fun at the Kids Count family fun day held at the Laing Sports Club in Greater London. The image showcases two young children engrossed in a lively game of hook a duck, their faces beaming with excitement and anticipation. The event, which took place on 27th June 1992, attracted thousands of people from all over the country. It was a vibrant celebration filled with various amusements such as bouncy castles, face painting, and even a paddling pool to beat the summer heat. Families enjoyed an array of activities including Radio Lollipop, a circus performance, dog show, and sporting events. One standout feature was the special safe building site that allowed children to experience hands-on construction work in a secure environment. This unique addition aimed to inspire young minds while ensuring their safety. The photograph perfectly encapsulates the spirit of carefree leisure time spent outdoors during this era. It reflects not only the enjoyment derived from fairground games but also highlights how community spaces like Laing Sports Ground provided opportunities for families to come together and create lasting memories. This snapshot is part of A© Historic England Archive's collection—a testament to preserving moments that evoke nostalgia for simpler times filled with laughter and shared experiences.
