Holidaymakers Collection (page 7)

Entertainers perform for Margate holidaymakers, Kent
Harry Golds Margate Entertainers perform for holidaymakers on Margate sands in Kent. Date: circa 1930s

Crowded beach at Littlehampton, Sussex
Holidaymakers enjoy the sun on a crowded beach at Littlehampton, Sussex. Date: circa 1930s

A jolly group of holidaymakers pose for a photograph with prop beer bottle, various modes of transport and hats at a Blackpool studio. Date: 1933

Guests outside the Sandown House guest house, offering boarding and apartments. Location not certain. Date: c.1912

A group of happy holidaymakers at the Rathcoole guest house, pose for a photograph outside the entrance. Date: c.1925

Cliftonville Bathing Pool from the air - Margate, Kent
circa 1910s

A jolly scene outside the Rosenburgh guest house in Margate, with all residents posed outside for an informal photograph. Date: c.1935

Young Woman at the Beach, or The Parisienne by the Sea (oil on canvas)
FFA274067 Young Woman at the Beach, or The Parisienne by the Sea (oil on canvas) by Stevens, Alfred Emile (1823-1906); 128x98 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Motor trip in a slightly charabanc, Bournemouth, Dorset
Motor trip (in a slightly squat charabanc) - Bournemouth - August, 1915. Date: 1915

Sitting against a stone wall on a pebbly beach
Mother, daughter and (possibly) Grandmother sitting on a pebble beach against a stone wall with a small black pet dog. Date: circa 1930s

A truly delightful candid seaside photograph of a Mother and her two young daughters on a sandy beach. Date: circa 1920s

Large group of extended family and friends on British beach
A superb seasdie candid photograph of a large group of extended family and friends on a British coastal resort beach. Date: circa 1920

Family group - Studio portrait at the seaside for two sisters and their four children (complete with buckets and spades!)

Holidaymakers at Gromitz on the Baltic Sea Coast
Holidaymakers posing for a photograph on a jetty at Gromitz in the district of Ostholstein, in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. It is situated on the Bay of Lubeck on the Baltic Sea Coast. Date: 1925

A large holiday party at Bryn Corach, Conway, Wales - the first holiday centre and head office of the Holiday Fellowship, now HF Holidays

Large group of holidaymakers on a British beach - looking up at the photographer (possibly stood on the promenade?) - the photograph was taken at 8pm on July 11, 1925

Group of holidaymakers pose for a cheery photograph outside the Gladsmuir guest house, on Palace Road, Douglas, Isle of Man. Date: c.1954

View of Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon, with the cliff lift in the foreground. Date: circa 1960s

Aerial view of the sea front, Torquay, Devon. Date: circa 1960s

Holidaymakers on the harbour beach, St Ives, Cornwall, with boats on the water in the distance. Date: circa 1980s

Group of Holidaymakers waiting for their coach, North Wales
A group of Holidaymakers waiting for their coach near a signpost in North Wales. Date: 1953

Skating, the Hard Frost and the Fire-plug
6340384 Skating, the Hard Frost and the Fire-plug by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: Skating, the Hard Frost and the Fire-plug)

Chair-mender, News Boy, Flying Pieman and Blackfriars Bridge
6340362 Chair-mender, News Boy, Flying Pieman and Blackfriars Bridge by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: Chair-mender, News Boy, Flying Pieman and Blackfriars Bridge)

Nosegays, Watercress girl, Brewers Dray and Twopenny-Post Boy
6340346 Nosegays, Watercress girl, Brewers Dray and Twopenny-Post Boy by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: Nosegays, Watercress girl, Brewers Dray and Twopenny-Post Boy)

The Custom House, the Press Gang and the Tower of London
6340339 The Custom House, the Press Gang and the Tower of London by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: The Custom House, the Press Gang and the Tower of London)

The Bellman, a London Wharf and Coal-ship and coal barge
6340336 The Bellman, a London Wharf and Coal-ship and coal barge by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: The Bellman, a London Wharf and Coal-ship and coal barge)

New London Bridge, Billingsgate and the Scavenger
6340335 New London Bridge, Billingsgate and the Scavenger by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: New London Bridge, Billingsgate and the Scavenger)

A couple on their honeymoon relaxing by the sea on the island of Gallinara, Italy. (colour litho)
5217690 A couple on their honeymoon relaxing by the sea on the island of Gallinara, Italy. (colour litho) by Bonvoisin, Maurice Charles Mathieu (Mars) (1849-1912); Private Collection; (add.info)

Saucy seaside bathing scene (colour litho)
5995947 Saucy seaside bathing scene (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saucy seaside bathing scene. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Couple taking in the fresh air at the seaside (colour litho)
5999965 Couple taking in the fresh air at the seaside (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Couple taking in the fresh air at the seaside)

Cinderella coach on the beach at Worthing, Sussex (photo)
5999827 Cinderella coach on the beach at Worthing, Sussex (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cinderella coach on the beach at Worthing, Sussex)

Punch cartoon: Low Tide on Scarborough Sands - Bathing under Difficulties (engraving)
6034862 Punch cartoon: Low Tide on Scarborough Sands - Bathing under Difficulties (engraving) by Du Maurier, George (1834-96) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon)

British travellers in a Cairo bazaar
British travellers, on holiday in Egypt with Thomas Cook, perusing goods in a Cairo bazaar. See picture number 12916374 for a picture of people booking their holiday at Thomas Cook

A summer afternoon at Coney Island (litho)
6001750 A summer afternoon at Coney Island (litho) by Sarg, Tony (1880-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: A summer afternoon at Coney Island)

Riviera Refections by Dell Leigh (1 / 2)
Riviera Refections by Dell Leigh (1/2) - To the Riviera by Car (illustration by Helen McKie) and photograph showing holidaymakers on the Croisette at Cannes, France. Date: 1931

Butlins - Skegness
Butlins Skegness - Chalets

Budleigh Salterton, Devon - viewed from the West - a steamer has pulled in (very) close to the shore to pick up some day trippers. Date: circa 1909

Seashore Caravan Camp, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk. Date: circa 1950s

Lower Parade, East Cliff, Ramsgate. Postcard sent in 1913
660590 Lower Parade, East Cliff, Ramsgate. Postcard sent in 1913. by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; © Look and Learn

Beach and Palais de la Jetee, Nice. Postcard sent in 1913
660563 Beach and Palais de la Jetee, Nice. Postcard sent in 1913. by French Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; © Look and Learn

Holidaymakers on the beach, Lowestoft, Suffolk
Holidaymakers on the beach, with the pier in the background, Lowestoft, Suffolk. Date: circa 1910

Holidaymakers on the pier, Lowestoft, Suffolk. circa 1910

View of the beach at Great Yarmouth, Norfolk
View of the beach (looking south) at Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, with holidaymakers, boats and bathing huts. Date: circa 1905

Bay and Promenade, Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset. Date: 1916

Miniature Railway, Marine Lake, Rhyl, North Wales
Holidaymakers enjoying a ride on the Miniature Railway, Marine Lake, Rhyl, North Wales. Date: 1937

View near Newport, Isle of Wight, from Sketches from Nature
STC444698 View near Newport, Isle of Wight, from Sketches from Nature, published 1822 (coloured etching) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eel Pye House)

WWII September 1939 Holiday makers filling sandbags
Holiday makers filling sandbags at a beach on the East Coast of Britain in the week following the declaration of war in September 1939. Date: 1939

Beach at Bridlington, Yorkshire, pub. c. 1890 - 1900 (chromolithograph)
2962427 Beach at Bridlington, Yorkshire, pub. c.1890 - 1900 (chromolithograph) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

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"Holidaymakers: A Journey Through Time and Destinations" Step back in time to the golden era of holidaymaking, where Aberdeen was known as "The Silver City by the Sea. " The LMS/LNER poster from 1923-1947 captures the allure of this coastal gem, beckoning travelers to explore its sandy shores. Butlins in Skegness emerges as a popular destination, offering endless fun and entertainment for families seeking a memorable getaway. Meanwhile, Windsor in August 1928 exudes regal charm with its majestic castle and picturesque surroundings. Venturing further west, New Brighton Tower stands tall against the Cheshire skyline from c1898-c1921. Its grandeur attracted visitors from far and wide who marveled at its breathtaking views over the Irish Sea. Barry Island Beach in Wales transports us to the vibrant atmosphere of the 1920s. Sun-soaked sands and lively promenades create an idyllic setting for carefree days spent by the sea. A game on a bowling green at Paignton's holiday camp in Devon epitomizes relaxation amidst nature's beauty. Here, vacationers unwind while engaging in friendly competition under clear blue skies. Scarborough comes alive through an iconic LNER poster from 1923-1947, showcasing its timeless appeal as a seaside resort. With Butlins also making waves both in Skegness and Bognor Regis, these destinations become synonymous with laughter-filled holidays that leave lasting memories. Across continents lies Atlantic City's famous boardwalk adorned with rolling chairs; it serves as an emblem of leisurely strolls along pristine beaches. This American paradise captivates visitors with its luxurious hotels juxtaposed against stunning ocean vistas. Even stormy weather cannot dampen Scarborough's spirit; it adds drama to this beloved coastal town that has stood strong throughout history. And across the Atlantic Ocean once more lies Atlantic City.