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Building The Lanes JLP01_10_13960
THE LANES SHOPPING CENTRE, GLOBE LANE, CARLISLE, CUMBRIA. A view looking north-east over the Market Place in Carlisle towards the construction site of The Lanes Shopping Centre, showing Laing cranes against the skyline.
The contract for The Lanes Shopping Centre was awarded to John Laing Construction, Northern Division in October 1982 taking approximately two years to build. The H type configuration of the complex was built in reinforced concrete frames on pile caps and ground beams, with a large basement area at the lower end of the site. The complex included four major stores, 50 smaller shopping units, a three-level county library, 27 housing units, offices and a multi-storey car park. The shopping centre was officially opened on 19th November 1984
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Media ID 24180676
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1980s Construction Cranes Landscape Shopping Centre Urban
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Greetings Cards collection: "Building The Lanes JLP01_10_13960" by Historic England Archive. This exquisite card design features a captivating view of The Lanes Shopping Centre under construction in Carlisle's Market Place, as seen from Globe Lane in Cumbria. With a rich history and vibrant atmosphere, this image of the bustling Market Place and the progress of modern development makes for a thoughtful and unique greeting. Whether for a friend, family member, or business associate, this card is sure to leave a lasting impression. With the historic charm of Carlisle's Market Place and the excitement of new beginnings, this card is the perfect way to express your best wishes. Order yours today and add a touch of history and inspiration to your correspondence.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
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Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the bustling construction site of The Lanes Shopping Centre in Carlisle, Cumbria. Taken from a north-east perspective over the Market Place, the image showcases the impressive skyline adorned with towering Laing cranes. Awarded to John Laing Construction, Northern Division in October 1982, this ambitious project took approximately two years to complete. The complex was built using reinforced concrete frames on pile caps and ground beams, featuring a spacious basement area at its lower end. Its unique H type configuration housed four major stores, 50 smaller shopping units, a three-level county library, 27 housing units, offices and even a multi-storey car park. Finally opening its doors on November 19th, 1984, The Lanes Shopping Centre became an iconic addition to Carlisle's urban landscape during the vibrant era of the 1980s. This photograph not only highlights the remarkable architectural feat achieved by John Laing Construction but also serves as a nostalgic reminder of this significant development in Carlisle's history. Preserved within Historic England Archive's collection of captivating images from our past, this print offers viewers an intriguing glimpse into both the construction process and final result of one of Cumbria's most notable shopping destinations.
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