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Photo opportunity JLP01_09_870775
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. The EPL Somnambulists team in the Its a Knockout style competition posing with the Eastenders actor Gillian Taylforth at the 1987 Family Day at Laings Sports Ground.
Attractions at that years Family Day included; hot air balloon rides, helicopter rides, a bouncy castle and fairground rides, stalls, an Its a Knockout style competition and tennis and six-a-side football tournaments. Cast members from Eastenders made a guest appearance and entered a side in the football competition. Six teams entered the Its a Knockout style competition, it was won by a team from Laing Design & Construction Services
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Media ID 24401372
© Historic England Archive
1980s Celebrity Fame Laing Spirit People Recreation Sport Eastenders
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints collection, featuring the captivating image "Photo opportunity JLP01_09_870775" by Historic England Archive. This iconic photograph showcases a memorable moment from the Its a Knockout competition held at Laing Sports Ground in Elstree, Barnet, Greater London, in 1987. The Eastenders actor Gillian Taylforth is seen posing with the Somnambulists team in an unforgettable Its a Knockout style competition. Our high-quality canvas prints bring this piece of history to life, adding a unique and nostalgic touch to any room in your home or office. Each canvas print is meticulously crafted with attention to detail, ensuring a vibrant and long-lasting display of this cherished image. Order yours today and relive the excitement of the past with Media Storehouse Canvas Prints.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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.
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This print captures a momentous occasion at the 1987 Family Day held at Laing Sports Ground in Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. The EPL Somnambulists team, participating in an exhilarating Its a Knockout style competition, strikes a pose alongside the renowned Eastenders actor Gillian Taylforth. The event was filled with an array of thrilling attractions that catered to all ages and interests. Attendees had the opportunity to embark on hot air balloon rides and helicopter rides, while children enjoyed bouncing around on a lively bouncy castle and indulging in fairground rides. Stalls offered various delights for visitors to explore. The highlight of the day was undoubtedly the Its a Knockout style competition which saw six teams battling it out for victory. In an unexpected twist, cast members from Eastenders made a special appearance and even formed their own football team to participate in the tournament. Ultimately, it was Laing Design & Construction Services who emerged as champions of the Its a Knockout competition, showcasing their indomitable spirit and determination. This photograph not only immortalizes this memorable event but also encapsulates the essence of community spirit, sportsmanship, recreation, and celebrity culture prevalent during this vibrant era of the 1980s. It serves as a testament to how such gatherings bring people together through shared experiences and create lasting memories that transcend time.
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