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Entertainments at Southport, Merseyside
Entertainments at Southport, Merseyside including Hiram Maxims " Captive Flying Machine" amusement ride (which opened in 1904), helter skelter lighthouse, figure of eight railway and water chute. Testament to the design, the Blackpool version of Maxims ride still operates to this day, the oldest operating amusement ride in Europe! Date: 1908
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Amusement Amusements Captive Chute Chutes Entertainments Helter Hiram Lighthouse Machines Maxim Merseyside Ride Rides Skelter Southport
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Step back in time and experience the joy and excitement of Entertainments at Southport, Merseyside as captured in this vintage photograph from 1908. This enchanting image showcases a bustling scene of amusement rides and attractions, each one a testament to the ingenuity and creativity of the early 20th century. At the heart of the scene, the Hiram Maxim's "Captive Flying Machine" amusement ride takes center stage. This thrilling ride, which opened in 1904, is the oldest operating amusement ride in Europe, with the Blackpool version still in operation to this day. Riders were lifted high into the air, suspended from their seats and given breathtaking views of the surrounding area before being gently lowered back to earth. Adjacent to the flying machine, a helter skelter lighthouse beckons, its spiral slide offering a more grounded but still exhilarating experience. Nearby, the figure of eight railway and water chute add to the cacophony of sights, sounds, and sensations. This photograph is a window into a bygone era, a time when holidays were simple pleasures, and amusements were a source of joy and wonder. Entertainments at Southport, Merseyside offered a much-needed escape from the daily grind, and this image captures the essence of that spirit, inviting us to imagine the laughter and excitement that filled the air over a century ago.
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