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This giant tuna weighing more than 700lb, landed at Huddersfields Market Hall
This giant tuna weighing more than 700lb, landed at Huddersfields Market Hall. Mr Richard Gafney, a manager of Winn s, shows the king-sized catch. The £ 1, 000 tuna, which was caught in the English Channel and arrived at Winns after coming over from Paris by ferry. Mr Gafney said cuts from the tuna would be on Huddersfield tables by tea-time. 11th October 1989
Staff
Huddersfield Examiner Archive
Mirrorpix
Huddersfield
West Yorkshire
England
HUD 89 6179
Media ID 21734926
© Mirrorpix
All Our Yesterdays Fish Fishmonger Fishmongers Huddersfield Kirklees Large Retail West Yorkshire Supplement Tuna
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Bring the excitement of Huddersfield Market Hall's historic catch to your home or office with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse and Memory Lane Prints. Witness the awe-inspiring moment as Mr. Richard Gafney, manager of Winn's, proudly displays a giant tuna, weighing over 700lb, caught at the market. Our high-quality framed prints capture every detail of this magnificent event, making it a stunning addition to any space. Experience the thrill of the catch, day after day.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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 26.3cm x 39.6cm (10.4" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 47.8cm x 57.9cm (18.8" x 22.8")
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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In this print from 1989, we witness a truly remarkable sight at Huddersfields Market Hall. A giant tuna, weighing an astonishing 700lb, takes center stage as Mr Richard Gafney proudly displays the king-sized catch. As the manager of Winn's, he stands beside this magnificent creature that was caught in the English Channel and transported all the way from Paris by ferry. The sheer size of this £1,000 tuna is awe-inspiring and serves as a testament to both nature's wonders and human perseverance. This extraordinary specimen has undoubtedly attracted attention from locals and visitors alike who have flocked to witness such a rare spectacle. Mr Gafney assures us that no time will be wasted in making use of this incredible bounty. With swift precision, cuts from this colossal fish will soon find their way onto Huddersfield tables by tea-time. The anticipation builds as residents eagerly await their chance to savor the flavorsome offerings provided by Mother Nature herself. This photograph not only captures a moment frozen in time but also represents an era gone by - the vibrant 1980s when market halls were bustling hubs of commerce and community spirit thrived within these walls. It reminds us of our rich heritage and traditions surrounding fishing practices in West Yorkshire. As we gaze upon this image today, it serves as a reminder of how even the most extraordinary events can become cherished memories etched into our collective consciousness through photographs like these captured by dedicated staff members at Memory Lane Prints.
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