Morecambe Carnival 1970
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This authentic 1970s colour photograph captures the festive atmosphere of the Morecambe Carnival in Lancashire during the summer of 1970. The image provides a factual record of northern British community traditions, featuring Stockport Carnival Princess (Margaret) seated prominently on the bonnet of a maroon Ford Cortina (registration 8461 WU). The vehicle is elaborately decorated with pink and white paper carnations for the parade. A diverse crowd of spectators is documented in typical early 1970s attire, including women in headscarves and macs, and children in knitted cardigans and shorts, reflecting the often-breezy conditions of the North West coast. As a self-contained archival record, this shot serves as a valuable resource for social historians and collectors of vintage Lancashire seaside photography.
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