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Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. A little girl pointing from the audience of children and their parents for the Punch & Judy show at the 1988 Family Day at Laings Sports Ground.
Attractions at that years Family Day included; a parade of vintage cars, helicopter rides, plate smashing, stalls, an Its a Knockout style competition and tennis and six-a-side football tournaments. The event was opened by John Conteh, former world light heavy weight champion and ended with a barbecue and disco. This photograph appeared in the August 1988 edition of Team Spirit, the Laing company newsletter, reporting on the event
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In this photo print, taken at the 1988 Family Day at Laing Sports Ground in Elstree, Barnet, Greater London, a little girl steals the spotlight as she excitedly points towards the Punch & Judy show. Surrounded by an audience of children and their parents, her engrossed expression reflects the joy and wonderment that filled the air on that memorable day. The Family Day was a grand affair with an array of attractions to entertain everyone. From vintage car parades to thrilling helicopter rides, plate smashing to stalls offering various delights – there was something for everyone. The event also featured an exhilarating It's a Knockout style competition and tennis and six-a-side football tournaments. To kick off the festivities in style, John Conteh, former world light heavyweight champion, had the honor of opening the event. As dusk settled over Laing Sports Ground, families gathered around for a delightful barbecue feast before dancing into the night at a lively disco. This nostalgic photograph captures not only childhood innocence but also highlights how sport and recreation brought people together during those vibrant 1980s days. Published in Team Spirit magazine's August 1988 edition as part of their coverage on this remarkable event organized by Laing company – it serves as a cherished reminder of joyful moments shared among friends and family all those years ago.
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