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Boating WSA01_01_07979
Filename: wsa01_01_07979.jpg
Size: 5220 x 3719 (8.3MB)
Date: 7th October 2016
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: Historic England Archive
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Boating WSA01_01_07979
West End Pier, Marine Road West, Morecambe, Lancashire. A view of West End Pier from across the Childrens Boating Pool. 1925-1930. Walter Scott
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Media ID 12688774
© Historic England Archive
Beach Boat Leisure People Pier Recreation Seaside Water
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Boating WSA01_01_07979 captures the essence of carefree leisure in a bygone era. This enchanting photo print, taken between 1925 and 1930 by Walter Scott, transports us to West End Pier in Morecambe, Lancashire. The scene unfolds with a picturesque view of the pier as seen from across the Children's Boating Pool. The image exudes nostalgia and invites us to step back in time, immersing ourselves in an idyllic seaside setting. As we gaze upon this snapshot of history, we are transported to an era where boating was not just a recreational activity but a way of life. The tranquil waters beckon visitors to embark on their own nautical adventures while basking in the warm embrace of sun-kissed sands. In this composition, people can be seen enjoying moments of respite amidst their bustling lives. Families gather along the shorelines, children frolic gleefully around the boat pool, and couples stroll hand-in-hand along the pier's wooden planks. It is a testament to simpler times when joy could be found through simple pleasures like feeling sand between our toes or listening to waves gently crashing against weathered pilings. Walter Scott skillfully captures both the beauty and serenity that define coastal living - where land meets sea and dreams take flight on billowing sails. This evocative photograph serves as a timeless reminder that even amidst changing tides, some things remain constant: our innate desire
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