Holidaymaker Collection

Boardwalk and Hotel Nassau, Long Beach, New York, USA
Boardwalk and Hotel Nassau on a busy day, Long Beach, New York, USA. Date: circa 1915

New Brighton Tower, Wallasey, Cheshire, c1898-c1921. The New Brighton Tower was situated within the Tower Buildings complex and was taller than Blackpool Tower at 621 feet high

Bowling green at a holiday camp, Paignton, Devon
People relaxing on a bowling green at a holiday camp in Paignton, Devon, with chalets in the background. Date: 1950s

A woman eating oysters whilst on holiday in Blackpool, Lancashire. 3rd August 1953

The Seafront at Sidmouth, Devon, August 1931
A GWR publicity view of the seafront at Sidmouth in South Devon, taken in August 1931. This image shows the many groynes going out to sea and holidaymakers on the shingle beach enjoying themselves

Portreath, Cornwall, September 1928
A GWR publicity view of Portreath, near Redruth in Cornwall, September 1928. Portreath beach lies below with holidaymakers enjoying the sunshine on the North Cornish coast

Elbow Beach Surf Club, Bermuda Date: late 1950s

Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Campbell Parade and Esplanade, Bondi Beach, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, with many cars parked. Date: circa 1930

Ariel Sands, Beach Club, Bermuda Date: late 1950s

Punch and Judy show on the beach, Cornwall
Children watching a Punch and Judy show on the beach, Cornwall. Date: circa 1970s

Mirror dinghies at Newquay, Cornwall. circa 1980s

Beach bathing machines, 1913
Beach bathing machines with bathers. These huts on wheels were developed in the Victorian era to allow bathers to change and be wheeled down to the sea for private and secluded bathing

Flappers (litho)
7148641 Flappers (litho) by Heilemann, Ernst (1870-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Flappers. Illustration from Die Berliner Pflanze (Albert Langen, Munich)

Pier and sands, New Brighton, Merseyside (colour litho)
7153953 Pier and sands, New Brighton, Merseyside (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pier and sands, New Brighton, Merseyside)

The Beach, Aberdeen, 1961. Creator: Unknown
The Beach, Aberdeen, 1961. Crowds on the seafront at Aberdeen in Scotland. [E. T. W. Dennis & Sons, Ltd. London and Scarborough]

Advertisement for tourism at Chambery, France, c1920s

Teignmouth Beach, Devon, August 1950
A GWR publicity view of the East Beach at the seaside town of Teignmouth in Devon, August 1950. This image was probably taken from the Grand Pier

The Pavilion at Ilfracombe, Devon, September 1934
A GWR publicity view of holidaymakers outside the Victoria Pavilion at Capstone Parade in Ilfracombe, Devon, in September 1934

RWF Willie Poole - shrimping
Fat man with big bum shrimping in rock pools on a beach, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, England. This is RWF Willy Poole 1940-2017. Writer, countryman, humourist, master of foxhounds

Florida, Sanibel Island, She Sells Sea Shells store on Periwinkle Way
2080-204229-01

Florida, Miami, Villa Vizcaya, woman walking towards water
2080-203618-01

Colombia, Magdalena, Santa Marta, Pibe Valderrama statue by soccer stadium
2040-210438-01

Colombia, Bird's eye view of Woman swimming
2040-210674-01

Peru, Machu Picchu, Inca trail and sign to Machu Picchu mountain

Peru, Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo ruins
2040-210333-01

Greece, Athens, Acropolis, Tourist at the Parthenon
2030-309838-01

USA, New York City, Edge, Observation deck with aerial views of Manhattan

Louisiana, Louisiana's Swamp, Tour boat
2030-308389-01

New York City, Brooklyn, East River, Manhattan Bridge
2030-307723-01

New York, Niagara Falls, tour boat along Niagara River
2030-307122-01

New York, Niagara Falls, Tourist Boat by Horseshoe Waterfall
2030-307120-01

New York, Niagara Falls, Touristic boats on Niagara River
2030-307114-01

New York, Niagara, Tourist Boat going into Falls
2030-307096-01

Portugal, Sintra, Colares, Cabo Da Roca Lighthouse
2028-204790-01

Texas, Austin, Terry's Texas Rangers statue in front of Capital
2026-203568-01

NY, NYC, Central Park, Central Park Mall, The Mall
2005-309345-01

NY, NYC, Central Park, path along lake, San Remo apartments in background
2005-309373-01

Italy, Veneto, Venice, waterfront Outdoor cafe overlooking Grand canal and typical architecture near Ponte
2005-307039-01

Italy, Veneto, Venice, Ponte dell'Accademia over Grand Canal with Gondola

Florida, Orlando, Lake Eola Park, Fountain and Swan paddle boat
2005-306519-01

New York City, Lower Manhattan with Sailboat passing under Brooklyn Bridge
2005-305204-01

Utah, Springdale, Zion National Park, tour bus
1431-202735-01

New York, Niagara, Canadian Side of Niagara and Tourist Boat going into waterfalls

New York, View of Rainbow Bridge between, USA and Canada by Niagara Falls

Washington, D.C. Wall at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial During Springtime

Washington, D.C. springtime scene by the Potomac river

USA, New York City, Hudson Yards, Vessel, The Shed

Thailand, Phi Phi islands, tourist boat cruising

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"Capturing the Joy of Holidaymakers: From Coastal Retreats to Exotic Destinations" Transporting us back in time, a glimpse of the New Brighton Tower in Wallasey, Cheshire takes us to an era between 1898 and 1921 when holidaymakers sought amusement and breathtaking views. The bowling green at a holiday camp in Paignton, Devon invites visitors to enjoy friendly competition amidst stunning coastal scenery – a perfect way to unwind and connect with fellow vacationers. In August 1931, the seafront at Sidmouth, Devon witnessed sun-kissed holidaymakers relishing their summer escape by strolling along the promenade or basking on sandy shores. September 1928 saw Portreath in Cornwall become a haven for beach enthusiasts seeking tranquility as they soaked up the last rays of sunshine before autumn's arrival. Ariel Sands Beach Club in Bermuda beckons travelers with its pristine sands and crystal-clear waters – an idyllic spot where they can indulge in relaxation under swaying palm trees. Campbell Parade at Bondi Beach, Sydney offers endless opportunities for adventure seekers who wish to ride waves or simply soak up Australia's vibrant beach culture while enjoying stunning ocean vistas. Nestled on Elbow Beach Surf Club's golden sands, Bermuda presents an exquisite retreat where vacationers can revel in luxurious amenities while immersing themselves in paradise-like surroundings. A timeless tradition unfolds as families gather around Punch and Judy shows on Cornwall's picturesque beaches – laughter fills the air as these beloved characters entertain young and old alike. Mirror dinghies gracefully glide across Newquay's coastline in Cornwall - capturing both thrill-seekers' hearts and nature lovers' admiration with their elegant presence against a backdrop of crashing waves.