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Office outing JLP01_08_008887
BOURNEMOUTH CENTRAL STATION, BOURNEMOUTH, DORSET. A long queue of people at Bournemouth train station during an outing of Laings London office to Bournemouth.
This image was catalogued as part of the Breaking New Ground Project in partnership with the John Laing Charitable Trust in 2019-20
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Media ID 24289657
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1950s Clothing Day Trip Fashion Laing Spirit Leisure People Rail Transport Railway Station Day Trippers Queuing Rail Travel
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This print captures a moment in time during an office outing to Bournemouth by Laings London office. The scene unfolds at Bournemouth Central Station, where a long queue of people eagerly await their train. It is evident that this excursion was quite the event, as individuals are dressed in their finest clothing and fashionable attire of the 1950s. The image exudes the spirit of Laing's company culture, showcasing a sense of camaraderie and unity among colleagues. As day trippers embark on this adventure, they embody the excitement and anticipation that comes with rail travel. This photograph holds historical significance as it forms part of the Breaking New Ground Project, undertaken in collaboration with the John Laing Charitable Trust in 2019-20. Through this project, Historic England Archive aims to preserve and document moments like these that reflect our cultural heritage. As we gaze upon this snapshot from yesteryears, we are transported back to an era when leisure activities such as company outings were cherished opportunities for relaxation and bonding outside of work hours. This image serves as a reminder of simpler times when simple pleasures like a day trip held immense value.
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