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Cafe decorated for George VI Coronation, Walton, Essex
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Cafe decorated for George VI Coronation, Walton, Essex
A cafe on the High Street, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, decorated to celebrate the Coronation of King George VI. There are advertisements for Cooked Meats, Breakfasts, Luncheons, Teas, Suppers and Fresh Sandwiches made to order, and a Regal Cinema poster promoting the film Mary of Scotland starring Katharine Hepburn.
1936
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In this evocative photograph, the High Street of Walton-on-the-Naze in Essex, England, is adorned with an air of regal excitement as local businesses prepare to celebrate the coronation of King George VI in 1937. The quaint cafe in the foreground, bedecked with bunting and regal decorations, proudly displays an array of enticing advertisements for its offerings. "Cooked Meats," "Breakfasts," "Luncheons," "Teas," "Suppers," and "Fresh Sandwiches Made to Order" are all prominently featured, beckoning passersby with the promise of delicious meals. A large poster for the Regal Cinema in the background adds to the festive atmosphere, promoting the film "Mary of Scotland," starring the esteemed Katharine Hepburn. The 1930s setting is further emphasized by the vintage signage and the man in period attire, adding to the sense of nostalgia and historical significance. The cafe's windows are adorned with Lyons Teas and other advertisements, further emphasizing the era's focus on trade and commerce. The decorations, including the Union Jack bunting and regal motifs, add to the sense of national pride and celebration. The image captures the spirit of the community coming together to honor the coronation of their new monarch, with food, film, and camaraderie at the heart of the festivities. This photograph is a charming reminder of a bygone era and the simple pleasures of community life in the 1930s.
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