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Framed Print : Opening Yate Shopping Centre JLP01_08_071866
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Opening Yate Shopping Centre JLP01_08_071866
Yate Shopping Centre, Yate, South Gloucestershire. A large crowd of people gathered around the fountain on Four Seasons Square for the official opening of Yate Shopping Centre.
Yate shopping centre was designed by architects Stone, Toms and Partners and was constructed by Laing. It was built to serve a growing population and was a link between the old village and the new town with its modern houses. The shopping centre consisted of four wide shopping precincts linked by a centre court, housing four banks, a supermarket and a Woolworths store. There were also large car parks and a bus terminal. The official opening of Yate Shopping Centre took place on 25th September 1965 with Coronation Street actress, Pat Phoenix (Elsie Tanner), carrying out the ceremony watched by radio and TV personality, Ted Ray
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Media ID 24789555
© Historic England Archive
1960s Ceremony Fountain People Shopping Shopping Centre Opening Ceremony Precinct Throng
30"x26" (78x68cm) Modern Frame
Step into the past with our stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse's Historic England Collection. This captivating image, copyrighted by Historic England Archive and captured by Joh, transports you back to the bustling opening day of Yate Shopping Centre in South Gloucestershire. Witness the excitement of the crowd gathered around the fountain on Four Seasons Square, as they celebrate this momentous occasion. Bring the history and charm of Yate into your home or office with this beautiful, high-quality framed print.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 24x20 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 30x26 inches (76x68cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 43mm wide x 32mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 59.9cm (23.4" x 23.6")
Estimated Product Size is 68.2cm x 78.2cm (26.9" x 30.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the historic moment of the official opening of Yate Shopping Centre in South Gloucestershire. The image showcases a large crowd of excited people gathered around the magnificent fountain on Four Seasons Square, eagerly awaiting the commencement of this significant event. Yate Shopping Centre, designed by renowned architects Stone, Toms and Partners and constructed by Laing, was a remarkable architectural feat that aimed to cater to the needs of a burgeoning population. Serving as a vital link between the old village and new town with its contemporary housing developments, this shopping centre boasted four spacious shopping precincts interconnected by a central court. It housed various amenities including four banks, a supermarket, and even featured an iconic Woolworths store. On September 25th, 1965, amidst great anticipation and fanfare, Coronation Street actress Pat Phoenix (known for her role as Elsie Tanner) had the honor of inaugurating Yate Shopping Centre. This memorable ceremony was witnessed by esteemed radio and TV personality Ted Ray. The photograph not only encapsulates the bustling atmosphere surrounding this grand opening but also provides us with valuable insight into 1960s retail culture. With its vibrant ambiance filled with joyous faces and architectural splendor highlighted by the stunning fountain centerpiece, this image serves as an invaluable historical artifact preserved within Historic England's Archive collection.
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