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Barry Island Beach, Wales, August 1938
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Barry Island Beach, Wales, August 1938
View of Barry Island beach, Glamorgan, south Wales in summer 1938. The beach is very, very crowded and the water is teeming with holidaymakers! People are enjoying the sunshine and lounging in deckchairs
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 19794665
1930s 1938 August Barry Island Beach Crowd Glamorgan Holidaymakers People Promenade Sand Summer Tourism Tourist Wales
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Step back in time to the vibrant summer of 1938, where Barry Island Beach in Glamorgan, Wales was a bustling haven for holidaymakers seeking sun-soaked relaxation. This print from the STEAM Museum of the GWR captures a panoramic view of this popular tourist destination during its heyday. As you gaze upon the image, your eyes are immediately drawn to the vast expanse of golden sand stretching out before you. The beach is teeming with life as it becomes a playground for countless visitors seeking respite from their everyday lives. Deckchairs dotting the shoreline provide comfortable havens for those looking to soak up every ray of sunshine that graces their skin. The sheer number of people enjoying this idyllic scene is awe-inspiring. Families and friends gather together, laughter echoing through the air as they create cherished memories amidst this lively atmosphere. The promenade comes alive with activity; tourists strolling leisurely while indulging in ice creams or browsing through quaint seaside shops. This snapshot encapsulates an era when Barry Island Beach was at its peak, attracting crowds from near and far who sought solace and joy by immersing themselves in nature's beauty. It serves as a reminder that even decades ago, people yearned for moments like these – simple pleasures found within sandy shores and warm sea breezes.
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