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East Beach at Teignmouth, Devon, September 1933
Filename: P10C 075 - Teignmouth, East Beach, September 1933.jpg
Size: 2346 x 1745 (1.4MB)
Date: 6th February 2021
Source: STEAM Museum of the GWR
Unique Reference Number: P10C 075
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East Beach at Teignmouth, Devon, September 1933
A GWR publicity view of the seaside at Teignmouth, September 1933. This image shows the east or Town Beach and was probably taken from the Grand Pier. The beach is full of holidaymakers enjoying themselves, while several small boats are on the water. A pontoon near the shoreline is crowded with children and swimmers
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 20774065
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
1930s 1933 Boat Devon East Beach Holidaymaker Pier Sand Seaside September Summer Swimmers Swimming Teignmouth Teignmouth Beach Town Beach Water Grand Pier Pontoon Swim
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the idyllic East Beach at Teignmouth, Devon in September 1933. Stepping into this snapshot of time, we are transported to a bygone era where the simple pleasures of summer were cherished. From its vantage point on the Grand Pier, this GWR publicity view captures the essence of seaside bliss. The sandy expanse of Town Beach is teeming with holidaymakers reveling in the sun-soaked atmosphere. Laughter and joy fill the air as families and friends frolic along the shore, leaving their footprints behind as a testament to their carefree moments. The azure waters glisten under the gentle rays of sunlight, dotted with several small boats that bob peacefully on its surface. Nearby, a bustling pontoon draws our attention as it becomes an oasis for children and swimmers seeking respite from the heat. Its crowded planks serve as a stage for youthful energy and playful splashes that create ripples in both water and memory. In this sepia-toned scene captured during a simpler time, one cannot help but be captivated by the nostalgia it evokes. It reminds us of an era when life was slower-paced yet brimming with unadulterated delight. This photograph serves not only as a window into history but also as an invitation to cherish those fleeting moments spent basking in nature's embrace - just like those fortunate souls who once graced Teignmouth's shores all those years ago.
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