The British Seaside Holiday
The British Seaside Holiday
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About this book
Old-fashioned seaside holidays inspire a great deal of nostalgic affection among British people. Quintessential elements such as seaside donkeys and sickly sticks of rock are easily identifiable and memorable ingredients of a tradition that most people in this country have experienced. Focusing on the hundred year period from 1870 to 1970, this volume takes a nostalgic journey through the promenades, deckchairs and sandcastles to discover how ordinary people spent their seaside holidays. Colourful photographs and images are brought to life with light-hearted commentary revealing the history behind these idyllic trips to the seaside - how did we get there, where did we stay, and how did we spend our days? Each captivating chapter explores a different aspect of holiday life to build a complete picture of the social and historical significance of the classic British seaside holiday.
Contents
- Introduction
- Getting There
- Excursions and Outings
- Board and Lodgings
- Self-catering
- Hello Campers!
- Sea and Sun Bathing
- On the Beach
- Outside Entertainments
- Piers and Pleasure Palaces
- The Latest Amusements
- The Future of the Seaside Holiday
- Further Reading
- Places to Visit
- Index
Paperback; August 2009; 128 pages; ISBN: 9780747807278