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Poster Print : Building The Lanes JLP01_10_13960
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Building The Lanes JLP01_10_13960
THE LANES SHOPPING CENTRE, GLOBE LANE, CARLISLE, CUMBRIA. A view looking north-east over the Market Place in Carlisle towards the construction site of The Lanes Shopping Centre, showing Laing cranes against the skyline.
The contract for The Lanes Shopping Centre was awarded to John Laing Construction, Northern Division in October 1982 taking approximately two years to build. The H type configuration of the complex was built in reinforced concrete frames on pile caps and ground beams, with a large basement area at the lower end of the site. The complex included four major stores, 50 smaller shopping units, a three-level county library, 27 housing units, offices and a multi-storey car park. The shopping centre was officially opened on 19th November 1984
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Media ID 24180676
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1980s Construction Cranes Landscape Shopping Centre Urban
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of stunning poster prints, featuring the captivating image "Building The Lanes JLP01_10_13960" by Historic England Archive. This evocative photograph, captured by Joh from Historic England, transports us back in time to the Market Place in Carlisle, Cumbria. Witness the construction site of The Lanes Shopping Centre from a northern-eastern perspective, as the city's rich history and modern progress intertwine. Bring a piece of Carlisle's past into your home or office with this exquisite, high-quality poster print. Perfect for history enthusiasts, local residents, or anyone who appreciates the beauty of architectural evolution. Order yours today and immerse yourself in the story of The Lanes Shopping Centre's development.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the bustling construction site of The Lanes Shopping Centre in Carlisle, Cumbria. Taken from a north-east perspective over the Market Place, the image showcases the impressive skyline adorned with towering Laing cranes. Awarded to John Laing Construction, Northern Division in October 1982, this ambitious project took approximately two years to complete. The complex was built using reinforced concrete frames on pile caps and ground beams, featuring a spacious basement area at its lower end. Its unique H type configuration housed four major stores, 50 smaller shopping units, a three-level county library, 27 housing units, offices and even a multi-storey car park. Finally opening its doors on November 19th, 1984, The Lanes Shopping Centre became an iconic addition to Carlisle's urban landscape during the vibrant era of the 1980s. This photograph not only highlights the remarkable architectural feat achieved by John Laing Construction but also serves as a nostalgic reminder of this significant development in Carlisle's history. Preserved within Historic England Archive's collection of captivating images from our past, this print offers viewers an intriguing glimpse into both the construction process and final result of one of Cumbria's most notable shopping destinations.
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