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Actress June Thurburn, in traditional shepherdess clothes
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Actress June Thurburn, in traditional shepherdess clothes
Actress June Thurburn, in traditional shepherdess clothes, is playing the part of Mary for a competition open to all visitors to the Battersea Park Festival Pleasure Gardens. A firm of blanket manufacturers have given a pair of best Yorkshire wool blankets to be presented on Friday to the visitor who has guessed the weight of Matilda, the lamb she leads round the Gardens.
September 1951
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Media ID 21369199
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In this print from September 1951, we see the talented actress June Thurburn dressed in traditional shepherdess attire. She is portraying the iconic role of Mary for a competition held at the Battersea Park Festival Pleasure Gardens. This unique event welcomed all visitors to participate and enjoy the festivities. Adding an exciting twist to the competition, a renowned blanket manufacturing company generously offered a pair of their finest Yorkshire wool blankets as a prize. These luxurious blankets would be presented on Friday to the lucky visitor who correctly guessed the weight of Matilda, the adorable lamb that June Thurburn lovingly leads around the gardens. The image captures not only June's remarkable acting skills but also showcases her bond with animals. The sheep and lamb accompanying her symbolize friendship and create an enchanting atmosphere within this vibrant festival setting. This photograph transports us back to a simpler time, evoking nostalgia for 1950s celebrations and community gatherings. It serves as a reminder of how festivals brought people together, fostering joyous moments filled with laughter and excitement. Preserved by Mirrorpix in Memory Lane Prints, this timeless image immortalizes both June Thurburn's talent and highlights an era when festivals were cherished occasions for everyone to partake in merriment while creating lasting memories.
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