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A whist drive scene at Burton Hall Brixton Road, SW9 18th April 1951
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A whist drive scene at Burton Hall Brixton Road, SW9 18th April 1951
Staff
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
England
Media ID 21606224
© Mirrorpix
Card Games Concentration Flat Cap Men And Women Play Social Club Card Tables
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In this print titled "A whist drive scene at Burton Hall Brixton Road, SW9 18th April 1951" we are transported back to the vibrant atmosphere of a social club in the 1950s. The image captures a moment of intense concentration as men and women gather around card tables, engrossed in an exhilarating game of whist. The setting is Burton Hall, located on Brixton Road in London's SW9 district. Its walls echo with laughter and friendly banter as players strategize their next move. The room is filled with anticipation and camaraderie, creating an ambiance that only such gatherings can evoke. Amongst the crowd, one gentleman stands out wearing a flat cap, his pencil tucked behind his ear - perhaps ready to mark down scores or jot down notes during the game. His focused expression mirrors that of his fellow players who are equally determined to win. This snapshot from Memory Lane Prints encapsulates not just a specific event but also represents an era when card games were cherished pastimes for social interaction and entertainment. It serves as a nostalgic reminder of simpler times when people gathered together without distractions from technology or screens. As we gaze upon this remarkable photograph captured by Staff on that memorable day in April 1951, we cannot help but be drawn into its timeless charm and imagine ourselves being part of this lively scene at Burton Hall - where friendships were forged over cards and memories made amidst shared laughter and friendly competition.
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