Premium Framed Print : Sports stadium affected in Birmingham during the summer heatwave and drought of 1976

Add to Basket

Framed Photos from Memory Lane

Sports stadium affected in Birmingham during the summer heatwave and drought of 1976

Sports stadium affected in Birmingham during the summer heatwave and drought of 1976.
20th August 1976

Birmingham Post and Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Birmingham
England
BPM 3757

Media ID 21667655

© Mirrorpix

Drought Heat

23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame

FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.

FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 26.3cm x 39.6cm (10.4" x 15.6")

Estimated Product Size is 48.2cm x 58.4cm (19" x 23")

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.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the scorching summer of 1976, when Birmingham's sports stadium fell victim to the relentless heatwave and drought that gripped the nation. As we gaze at this snapshot frozen in time on August 20th, 1976, we can almost feel the sweltering temperatures radiating from our surroundings. The image captures a scene of desolation and aridity as the once lush green field is transformed into a barren landscape. The sun beats down mercilessly on empty stands that were once filled with cheering fans. It serves as a stark reminder of how nature's elements can impact even our most cherished sporting arenas. During this historic heatwave, water restrictions were imposed across the country, leaving stadiums like this one parched and deprived of their usual vibrancy. The grass turned brittle underfoot while cracks formed on what was once solid ground. This photograph encapsulates not only the physical toll taken by such extreme weather conditions but also reflects upon society's resilience during challenging times. As we reflect upon this moment captured by Mirrorpix, it serves as a testament to human adaptability in face of adversity. It reminds us that even amidst scorching summers and unforgiving droughts, communities come together to find innovative solutions and persevere through difficult circumstances. This Memory Lane Print transports us back to an era where Mother Nature reigned supreme over our beloved sports stadiums – a powerful reminder of both her beauty and her ability to shape our world.

MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee

FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools

FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!

SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you

* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.