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Daily Mirror Treasure Hunt, Fistral Beach, Cornwall, Tuesday 7th July 1959
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Daily Mirror Treasure Hunt, Fistral Beach, Cornwall, Tuesday 7th July 1959
Daily Mirror Treasure Hunt, Fistral Beach, Cornwall, Tuesday 7th July 1959.
Daily Mirror Pirates are staging a Summer treasure hunt on a tour of UK seaside resorts.
Each day they bury miniature treasure chests in the sand, everyone who digs up a chest wins a Guinea (one pound and one shilling or 21 shillings).
Children clamber onto the platform, Pirates David Tyler (left) and David Hughes, stand guard
Reg Lewis
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
United Kingdom
L5053
Media ID 21869664
© Mirrorpix
1959 Beaches Daily Mirror Large Group Of People Newspaper Participants Promotions Competitions
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Step back in time to the summer of 1959, where the shores of Fistral Beach in Cornwall were transformed into a playground for adventure-seeking children. In this print titled 'Daily Mirror Treasure Hunt, Fistral Beach, Cornwall, Tuesday 7th July 1959', we witness a scene filled with excitement and anticipation. The Daily Mirror Pirates had embarked on a thrilling treasure hunt across various seaside resorts in the UK. Each day, they buried miniature treasure chests beneath the golden sand, enticing young explorers to dig deep and uncover their hidden fortunes. The reward? A shiny Guinea coin worth one pound and one shilling – an impressive prize for any child! As the sun-kissed beach buzzes with activity, a large crowd gathers around a wooden platform adorned with pirate-themed decorations. Two vigilant pirates named David Tyler and David Hughes stand guard over the precious bounty buried below. Eager participants eagerly clamber onto the platform, ready to embark on their sandy quest. This nostalgic photograph by Reg Lewis captures not only an era long gone but also showcases timeless childhood joy and innocence. It transports us back to simpler times when imagination ran wild along sandy shores and dreams of discovering hidden treasures danced within every young heart. With its vibrant colors and lively atmosphere, this print is more than just a snapshot from history; it's an invitation to relive cherished memories or imagine oneself as part of that unforgettable summer adventure.
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