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Dancefloor JLP01_08_054037
The Grand Hotel, Broad Street, Bristol. A group of people dancing at the Grand Hotel.
This dinner and dance was attended by staff from Laings South-Western region with retiring directors, W M Johnson and A Anderson, as guests of honour. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive
Media ID 24561705
Filename: jlp01_08_054037.jpg
Size: 5341 x 5380 (5.6MB)
Date: 17th March 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: © Historic England Archive. Joh
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
1950s Fashion Hotel Laing Spirit Leisure People Recreation Victorian Dance Floor
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This print titled "Dancefloor JLP01_08_054037" takes us back in time to the vibrant atmosphere of The Grand Hotel on Broad Street, Bristol. Stepping into this snapshot from the past, we find ourselves amidst a lively group of people gracefully swaying to the rhythm of music. The scene captures a delightful dinner and dance event attended by staff members from Laings South-Western region. It is an evening filled with joyous celebration as retiring directors W M Johnson and A Anderson are honored guests at this grand affair. The Victorian charm of the hotel exudes elegance, providing a stunning backdrop for this memorable occasion. The fashion choices displayed by these individuals transport us straight into the 1950s era, where style was refined and sophistication reigned supreme. As we observe their graceful movements on the dance floor, it becomes evident that dancing was not just a form of leisure or recreation but also an expression of freedom and happiness. This image encapsulates the spirit of Laing's employees coming together to celebrate their achievements while embracing life's simple pleasures. Preserved within Historic England Archive, this remarkable photograph allows us to relish in moments long gone but forever etched in history. It serves as a reminder that even decades later, photographs have an incredible power to transport us back in time and evoke emotions tied to our shared human experiences.
