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Fine Art Print : Barry Island - Butlins Holiday Camp - One of the dining suites packed for lunch - August
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Barry Island - Butlins Holiday Camp - One of the dining suites packed for lunch - August
Barry Island - Butlins Holiday Camp - One of the dining suites packed for lunch - August 1975 - *A NEW era in the history of Barry Island has been put on hold. Councillors last night decided to visit the resort to examine more closely the ambitious redevelopment plans for the Pleasure Park. It was a rainy day on Barry Island which gave Billy Butlin the inspiration he needed to begin his holiday camp empire. Realising that holidaymakers and day-trippers had nowhere to go if it rained, Butlin came up with the idea of providing accommodation and all their entertainment under one roof. The same principle has driven Barry Island businessman Ian Rogers whose plans to transform the Barry Island Pleasure Park into an undercover leisure, housing and retail complex went before the Vale councilis planning committee last night. The park lies within the Barry Marine Conservation Area and the plans, if approved, would be the most significant development at the resort since the Butlins holiday camp opened in the 1960s
Western Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Media ID 21633684
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2010s Barry Island Butlins Holiday Camp Dining Room Holidaymakers 1975
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with this charming Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring a nostalgic scene from Barry Island's Butlins Holiday Camp. Captured in August 1975, this image showcases one of the dining suites packed for lunch, filled with the hustle and bustle of vacationers. Relive cherished memories of simpler times with this evocative print from Mirrorpix's Memory Lane Prints range. A perfect addition to any home or office space, this print is a must-have for those who long for the charm of yesteryears.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Barry Island - Butlins Holiday Camp - One of the dining suites packed for lunch - August 1975 A snapshot frozen in time, this vintage print captures the bustling atmosphere of one of Barry Island's iconic dining suites during a sunny August day in 1975. As families and friends gather around tables filled with delectable dishes, laughter and conversation fill the air. But beyond the cheerful scene lies a story that shaped Barry Island's history. It was on a rainy day like this that Billy Butlin, an innovative entrepreneur, found his inspiration to create something extraordinary. Realizing the need for sheltered entertainment options during inclement weather, he pioneered the concept of holiday camps where accommodation and amusement were offered under one roof. Decades later, another visionary named Ian Rogers follows in Butlin's footsteps as he unveils ambitious plans to transform Barry Island Pleasure Park into an all-encompassing undercover leisure paradise. The proposed development aims to breathe new life into this beloved resort by incorporating housing and retail spaces while preserving its natural beauty within the Barry Marine Conservation Area. As councilors deliberate over these groundbreaking plans, they embark on a journey to witness firsthand how this redevelopment could shape a new era for Barry Island. This visit signifies their commitment to thoroughly examine every aspect before making crucial decisions that will determine its future. This image serves as a reminder of both past triumphs and future possibilities—a testament to how innovation can forever change the course of history.
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