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North Shore, Blackpool, Victorian period
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North Shore, Blackpool, Victorian period
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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans
Bathing Blackpool Lancashire Shore
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Step back in time to the Victorian era at North Shore, Blackpool, as depicted in this photograph from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection, available at Mary Evans Prints Online. The image transports us to an era of elegance and leisure, with the North Sea lapping gently against the shoreline and the iconic Blackpool Tower looming in the distance. The Victorian period, marked by the reign of Queen Victoria from 1837 to 1901, was a time of significant social and cultural change in Britain. The rise of the middle class led to an increased interest in leisure activities, and the seaside became a popular destination for holidays. North Shore, Blackpool, with its sandy beaches and mild climate, was a favorite spot for Victorians seeking relaxation and enjoyment. In this photograph, we see a group of Edwardian ladies and gentlemen enjoying a day at the beach. They are dressed in their finest attire, including hats and parasols to protect themselves from the sun. In the foreground, a bathing machine sits ready for use, allowing the bathers to change privately before entering the sea. The machine, a popular invention of the Victorian era, ensured that bathing remained a respectable activity. The image also features a lantern slide, a popular form of entertainment during the Victorian era. Lantern slides were used in magic lanterns to project images onto a screen, creating a captivating and immersive experience for audiences. The presence of the lantern slide in this photograph adds an intriguing layer of history and context to the scene. This photograph is a beautiful reminder of the elegance and charm of the Victorian era and the seaside resorts of Lancashire, such as North Shore, Blackpool. It invites us to imagine the sights, sounds, and sensations of a bygone era and to appreciate the rich history and cultural heritage of this period.
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