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High tide at Southport, Merseyside - Ice Cream seller
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High tide at Southport, Merseyside - Ice Cream seller
High tide at Southport, Merseyside. An ice cream seller in the foreground doesn t appear to be doing the swiftest business, possible due to the temperature... In the 1924-25 directory for ice cream dealers in Southport, Robinson & Eastwood were still listed, with premises at 19a Hall Street ! Date: circa 1910s
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Barrow Cream Eastwood Families Holidaymakers Merseyside Robinson Sand Seller Southport Tide
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High Tide at Southport, Merseyside: A Timeless Seaside Moment This evocative photograph captures the essence of a bygone era at Southport, Merseyside's sandy beach. The high tide gently laps at the shoreline, leaving a thin strip of sand exposed where children and families play, build sandcastles, and collect seashells. In the foreground, an ice cream seller, dressed in a crisp white apron, pushes his barrow along the wet sand. The ice creams, nestled in their insulated compartments, seem to be melting faster than they can be sold, possibly due to the cool temperature of the day. The scene transports us back to the 1910s, a time when Southport was a popular seaside resort for holidaymakers from Liverpool and beyond. The ice cream seller, Robinson & Eastwood, as listed in the 1924-25 Southport directory, would have been a familiar sight on the beach during the summer months. The family-friendly atmosphere is palpable, with laughter and chatter drifting through the air as memories are made on this beautiful, sunny day by the sea. The historical significance of this image lies not only in the nostalgic charm of the scene but also in the reminder of the rich history of Southport as a beloved holiday destination. As the tide continues to rise and fall, the traditions and memories of generations of families who have enjoyed this seaside resort endure, making each visit a cherished moment in time.
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