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Family outing JLP01_08_021664
Filename: jlp01_08_021664.jpg
Size: 5206 x 5200 (4.9MB)
Date: 11th February 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive. Joh
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
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Family outing JLP01_08_021664
Felixstowe, Suffolk. A family with a young girl and a dog posed during a Laing staff trip to Felixstowe.
In 1947, after a seven year break, Laing had resurrected their Area Outings for staff and their families, with trips taking place in May and June. In 1954, there were seven outings planned to take place over five weeks in May and June. This trip was for employees and their families from the Eastern Counties
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Media ID 24339294
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1950s Childhood Clothing Day Trip Family Life Fashion Holiday Laing Spirit Summer Family Outing
EDITORS COMMENTS
This charming print captures a heartwarming family outing in Felixstowe, Suffolk during the 1950s. The image showcases a happy family consisting of a young girl, her parents, and their beloved dog. They are all elegantly posed, radiating joy and togetherness. The photo is part of Laing's staff trip to Felixstowe, which was resurrected in 1947 after a seven-year hiatus. These outings were organized for employees and their families from the Eastern Counties as an opportunity to enjoy quality time together outside of work. In this snapshot frozen in time, we catch a glimpse of post-war family life filled with laughter and adventure. The fashion choices reflect the trends of the era - men donning suits while women wear stylish dresses paired with hats. It is evident that everyone took great care in dressing up for this special occasion. The presence of the family pet adds an extra layer of warmth to the scene. The dog appears content alongside its loving owners, embodying the spirit of companionship that often defines such outings. This photo serves as a nostalgic reminder not only of simpler times but also highlights the importance placed on creating lasting memories through day trips and holidays spent together as families during summertime. It encapsulates an idyllic moment from history when people cherished these precious moments away from work pressures – truly capturing the essence of family bonding amidst beautiful surroundings.
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