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Parkway shopping Centres promotions manager, Liz Baker
Parkway shopping Centres promotions manager, Liz Baker, is having to be father christmas this year as no one answered her advertisement to take on the part time job of Santa. Coulby Newham, Middlesbrough. 19th November 1986
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Teesside Archive
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Middlesbrough
North Yorkshire
England
Media ID 21705866
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In this nostalgic print from 1986, we see Liz Baker, the promotions manager of Parkway Shopping Centre in Coulby Newham, Middlesbrough, taking on an unexpected role as Father Christmas. It seems that no one answered her advertisement for a part-time Santa Claus job, so she stepped up to bring joy and cheer to the shoppers during the holiday season. Dressed in a classic red and white costume, Liz embraces her new persona with enthusiasm. The grotto behind her is adorned with festive decorations and twinkling lights, creating a magical atmosphere for children and families visiting the shopping centre. This snapshot captures not only Liz's dedication to her work but also highlights the spirit of community that permeates through small towns like Coulby Newham. Despite facing challenges such as staffing shortages or unexpected circumstances, individuals like Liz are willing to go above and beyond their regular responsibilities to ensure memorable experiences for others. The image serves as a reminder of simpler times when retail spaces were bustling hubs of activity during the holiday seasons. It transports us back to an era when shopping centres were filled with excitement and anticipation as people gathered together in search of gifts and shared moments of joy. As we look at this photograph today, it brings forth feelings of nostalgia while celebrating the resilience and creativity exhibited by individuals like Liz Baker who make our memories come alive.
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