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Poster Print : This hovercraft was built at Kenilworth Schools Abbey Hall by pupils and staff
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This hovercraft was built at Kenilworth Schools Abbey Hall by pupils and staff
This hovercraft was built at Kenilworth Schools Abbey Hall by pupils and staff. The idea came about when the school received details of a hovercraft competition and it took 9 months to build. Driving the machine is Russell Mountjoy, aged 13 and hiss passengers are Carol Johnson 13, and Rachel James. Steadying the craft are Left, Kevin Watson and right, Nick Heddon and Daryl Hammon all aged 16.
20th May 1983
Coventry Telegraph Archive
Mirrorpix
Media ID 21324166
© Mirrorpix
Design Hovercraft Kenilworth Pupils
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Relive the past with our exclusive Media Storehouse poster print from Memory Lane Prints. This captivating image showcases the pride and achievement of Kenilworth Schools Abbey Hall community as they built a hovercraft from scratch. The idea for this engineering marvel came from a hovercraft competition, and the dedicated team of pupils and staff worked tirelessly for nine months to bring it to life. Display this inspiring poster in your home or office as a testament to the power of teamwork and innovation.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 36.4cm (23.4" x 14.3")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the remarkable achievement of Kenilworth Schools Abbey Hall, where pupils and staff came together to build a fully functional hovercraft. Inspired by a hovercraft competition, the school embarked on this ambitious project that took an impressive nine months to complete. In this snapshot from 20th May 1983, we witness the proud moment as Russell Mountjoy, just 13 years old at the time, skillfully drives the magnificent machine. Accompanying him on this exhilarating ride are his fellow classmates Carol Johnson and Rachel James, both also aged 13. Ensuring stability and providing support for their daring adventure are Kevin Watson and Nick Heddon on the left side of the craft, while Daryl Hammon stands ready on its right. These capable individuals were all 16 years old during this memorable endeavor. This image not only showcases innovation but also highlights how education can inspire young minds to push boundaries and achieve extraordinary feats. The dedication displayed by these students and their mentors is truly commendable. Transport yourself back to the vibrant atmosphere of the 1980s with this nostalgic photograph that encapsulates design excellence in education. This Memory Lane Print serves as a testament to Kenilworth School's commitment to fostering creativity and ingenuity among its pupils.
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