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Rehearsals at the speed boat pool Battersea pleasure gardens for the TV broadcast of

Rehearsals at the speed boat pool Battersea pleasure gardens for the TV broadcast of


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Rehearsals at the speed boat pool Battersea pleasure gardens for the TV broadcast of

Rehearsals at the speed boat pool Battersea pleasure gardens for the TV broadcast of Five Bob at the Fun Fair. Girls who have won heats and beauty queens in the seaside beauty queen competition took part in a speedboat race. The sun shone through the clouds but gusts of wind played tricks on the pools and on dry land. 10th August 1954

George Greenwell
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
DM E6465

Media ID 21770458

© Mirrorpix

1954 Battersea Boat Fun Fair Inner Boroughs Inner London Lake Park Speedboat Competitions


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Rehearsals at the Speed Boat Pool - A Glimpse into 1950s Fun Fair Extravaganza

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. Step back in time to the vibrant summer of 1954, where Battersea Pleasure Gardens came alive with excitement and anticipation. This print captures a moment during rehearsals for the highly anticipated TV broadcast of "Five Bob at the Fun Fair". The atmosphere was electric as girls who had triumphed in heats and beauty queens from a seaside competition prepared to take part in an exhilarating speedboat race. The sun peeked through fluffy clouds, casting a golden glow upon the scene. However, mischievous gusts of wind added an unexpected twist both on land and water. As participants navigated their sleek speedboats across the glistening pool, they encountered thrilling challenges brought forth by nature itself. George Greenwell's lens immortalizes this enchanting spectacle, transporting us to an era when inner boroughs like Battersea were bustling hubs of entertainment. The image evokes nostalgia for summers spent amidst laughter and joyous celebrations. This print serves as a window into London's rich history – a testament to its enduring spirit even decades later. It reminds us that while times may change, there will always be moments that capture our collective imagination and leave lasting impressions on our hearts.

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