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Woman drinking in the cafe at the Olympia Skating Rink, Sheffield, c. 1911
From an original at Sheffield Libraries: p00130
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Media ID 19696337
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Bramall Lane Edwardians Olympia Skating Rink Roller Skating Sheffield Women Yorkshire
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In this print from the early 20th century, we catch a glimpse of an Edwardian woman enjoying a moment of respite in the bustling Olympia Skating Rink café, located in Sheffield, Yorkshire. The year is estimated to be around 1911, and as we peer into this frozen frame of history, we are transported back to a time when roller skating was all the rage. The woman sits elegantly at a small table adorned with delicate lace doilies and an exquisite china teacup. Her attire reflects the fashion trends of the era; she wears a stylish hat adorned with feathers and bows, complementing her flowing dress that drapes gracefully over her figure. With poise and grace, she delicately lifts her cup to take a sip from it. Surrounded by fellow skaters who have momentarily paused their exhilarating laps around Bramall Lane's iconic rink, our subject seems lost in thought or perhaps engrossed in conversation with unseen companions. The atmosphere exudes warmth and camaraderie as women gather together for refreshments amidst laughter and animated chatter. This remarkable image serves as both a visual testament to the vibrant social scene that thrived within Sheffield's Olympia Skating Rink during its heyday and an intriguing window into the lives of these Edwardian women. Preserved within Sheffield City Archives' collection, it stands as a poignant reminder of how even simple moments captured on film can transport us through time while evoking emotions that transcend generations.
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