Fairground Collection (page 2)

Fairground show at an imaginary crossroads in Paris, c1770. Creator: Unknown
Fairground show at an imaginary crossroads in Paris, c1770

Fête foraine, boulevard de Clichy, c1910. Creator: Louis Abel-Truchet
Fete foraine, boulevard de Clichy, c1910

Fairground parade, 1834. Creator: Desire Adelaide Charles Maignen de Sainte-Marie
Fairground parade, 1834

Funfair, place Saint-Pierre, Montmartre, in 1861. Creator: Edouard Hubert
Funfair, place Saint-Pierre, Montmartre, in 1861

How we spend Easter. N 3. 2nd half of 19th century. Creator: Mikhail Znamensky
How we spend Easter. N 3. 2nd half of 19th century. From a collection of 239 drawings and illustrations which include drawings of artifacts from archaeological finds in the territory of West Siberia

2010 Japanese Grand Prix - Friday Suzuka Circuit, Suzuka, Japan. 8th October 2010. Vitaly Petrov, Renault R30. Action. World Copyright: Charles Coates/LAT Photographic ref: Digital Image _26Y6909

Billy Crow oversees Crows fun fair dismantled and on its way to the next venue. Circa June 1972

Billy Crow senior and junior seen here overseeing the set up of their fair in Teesside 31st May 1984

A group of girls at the fairground at Barry Island, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales. 23rd April 1962

Russo-Japanese War - Propaganda - Sinking toy Russian Ships
A superb Russo-Japanese War propaganda postcard - Japanese children (in uniform) and a Geisha sink toy Russian Ships with blowpipes and darts at a fair

India, Kerala, Kollam, View of Kollam beach

A young girl selling root beer at a midway concession at the Calgary Stampede, Canada

Chair Swing ride at Hamburger DOM funfair at night, St. Pauli, Hamburg, Germany

The Python steel roller coaster. Busch Gardens, Tampa Bay, Florida, USA. It closed on October 31, 2006 Python was a steel roller coaster located at Busch Gardens amusement park in Tampa, Florida

The Ferris wheel at Dreamland, Margate, Kent, England, UK. Circa 1980's

Fairground, 1834 (oil on canvas)
904943 Fairground, 1834 (oil on canvas) by Maignen de Sainte-Marie, Desire Adelaide Charles (1794-1834); 65x81 cm; Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

The Merry-Go-Round at Saint-Cloud (litho)
XIR211725 The Merry-Go-Round at Saint-Cloud (litho) by Desandre, Jules Marie (b.c.1845) (after); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France

Circus poster, Clyde Beatty Cole Bros, USA, the Worlds Largest Circus. 20th century

Victorian scrap, Fairground roundabout. 19th century

The Royal Gala Film Premiere of The Mask of Zorro at the Odeon Leicester Square, London. The film starred Catherine Zeta Jones and Antonio Banderas

A man electrocuting his wife for a fairground sideshow. Boston, Lincolnshire. 10th May 1957

Hundreds of Whitsun trippers to Southend-on-Sea, Essex, found it too chilly and unsettled to spend their times on the beaches. So thy made for the Kursaal - the well known amusement park

Hampstead Heath Fair, London. Dinah Goddard, 6, of Leytonstone with her cousins, John, 8 and Barry, 9, enjoying the biggest heaps of candy floss the chap at the fair could make. 16th May 1959

Hampstead Heath Fair, London. Jane and Peter Hindley of Highgate on a motor roundabout. 16th May 1959

Mr Billy Crow at the annual fair at Albert Park, Middlesbrough Circa August 1979

Fairground workers assembly a ride in Stokesley in preparation of the annual fair. Circa September 1972

Northallerton May Fair 1971 The operator of a childs roundabout checks that the youn riders are secure in their seats

Photo shows Shakespearean actress Helen Mirren trying out her fantasy as a fairground stripper. Picture taken 4th July 1975

The Hoppings fair, held on the Town Moor in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear. The belle of the sideshow attracts the attention of both young and old as they listed to the showmans patter

Belle Vue, Manchester, Greater Manchester. May 1946 P012503

Look mum no hands! Maureen Swift, Wall of death rider. June 1952 C3335-001

Burrell Showmans Road Locomotive Winston Churchill NR 965
At a traction engine rally outside the Museum of Science and Technology on Newhall Street, Birmingham:- Burrell Scenic class Showmans Road Locomotive, regn. NR 965, number 3909, Winston Churchill

USA, Indiana, Indianapolis. Pork sign. Credit as: Wendy Kaveney / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

USA, Indiana, Indianapolis. Prizes in a game booth on fair midway. Credit as: Wendy Kaveney / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

Mother and son riding a Rytecraft Scoota-boat - Llandudno
Mother and son riding a Rytecraft Scoota-boat - a wooden plywood motor boat at the Fairground - Tusons Scoota Boats - Llandudno, Wales

Minnesota State Fair: children on small merry-go-round, 1900?. Creator: Unknown
Minnesota State Fair: children on small merry-go-round, 1900?

Balloons at fairground stall at the horse racing court during the Naadam festival, Khui Dolon Khudag, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

Stow Horse Market MCF01_02_1065
MARKET SQUARE, STOW-ON-THE-WOLD, COTSWOLD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE. An amusement fair held in Market Square during the Stow Horse Fair

Stow Horse Market MCF01_02_1068
MARKET SQUARE, STOW-ON-THE-WOLD, COTSWOLD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE. An amusement fair held in Market Square during the Stow Horse Fair, showing a crowd of people amongst fairground stalls

France, Paris, Hotel de Ville, BHV store and christmas fair at night

Carousel ride JLP01_08_095429
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. People standing around a childrens carousel at the annual Gala Day held at the Laing Sports Ground at Elstree

Goose Fair, Nottingham, England, UK

Germany, Bavaria, Munich, Oktoberfest, Funfair, Giant Ferris Wheel

England, Devon, Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre, Compton Theatre Organ Keyboard Console c.1938

Loughborough Fair, Loughborough, Leicestershire, England

Austria, Vienna, Leopoldstadt, Prater, The Wurstelprater amusement park, Riesenrad Ferris wheel

Sweden, Stockholm, Grona Lund Tivoli, passenger ferry in bay at dusk

Midway attractions at the Calgary Stampede, Canada

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Step right up and experience the magic of the fairground. 🎪✨ From the vibrant St Giles Fair in Oxford to the thrilling Blaydon Races captured on canvas, these snapshots of amusement bring joy to all. Take a journey back in time to Cornwall's enchanting fair, where laughter filled the air around 1900. Meanwhile, Pudsey's fairground in Yorkshire invites you to hop aboard a mesmerizing carousel ride that will transport you into a world of wonder. Meet Bob Wilson, an extraordinary man who defies odds as he runs the pay-box at his local fairground despite being unable to read or write. His determination and resilience are truly inspiring. In Hyde Park's Winter Wonderland, London transforms into a magical winter paradise with twinkling lights and exhilarating rides for all ages. The festive atmosphere is contagious as families create cherished memories together. Delve into Helen Mirren's captivating portrayal of a fairground stripper wearing fishnet tights—a testament to her versatility as an actress who can effortlessly embody any character she takes on. Witness history unfold at Belle Vue Fairground and Gardens during the grand opening of their new water chute—an exciting addition that promises thrills for all visitors. The Glasgow Garden Festival preparations showcase meticulous planning behind-the-scenes before this spectacular event opens its gates, and is here that dreams come true amidst stunning displays and joyful celebrations. Scarborough Promenade Wall Of Water offers an awe-inspiring spectacle where water dances gracefully along the promenade wall—nature's own performance art capturing hearts along this picturesque coastal town. Finally, immerse yourself in Festival Pleasure Gardens' whimsical charm—a place where fantasy meets reality through dazzling lights, delightful music, and endless entertainment options for everyone. Whether it be historical moments frozen in time or contemporary festivities that ignite our senses today, one thing remains constant—the allure of the fairground continues to captivate us with its timeless magic.