Fairground Collection (#9)

Mickey Mouse characters on a fairground roundabout
Colourful Disney characters on a fairground roundabout, Kirkcudbright, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. Rooks fly into the winter trees in the background. Date: 2006

Fairground Berwick-on-Tweed
A man enters the control box of the Sky Diver fairground ride on the banks of the River Tweed at Berwick-upon-Teed, Northumberland. First published The Sunday Times Date: 1991

Fairground attraction, 1910. Creator: Unknown
Fairground attraction, 1910. You would scorn the idea of chopping wood, but here you pay to go through the same motions, 1910

The Steeplechase, 1910. Creator: Unknown
The " Steeplechase", 1910. Nothing more nor less than the hobby-horse of childhood sublimated by speed and an element of chance. If you win, you get another ride for nothing

USA, Indiana, Indianapolis. Portrait of a prize-winning chicken. Credit as: Wendy Kaveney / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

USA, Indiana, Indianapolis. Yellow plastic ducks. Credit as: Wendy Kaveney / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

USA, Indiana, Indianapolis. Portrait of caged rabbit. Credit as: Wendy Kaveney / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

USA, Indiana, Indianapolis. Portrait of a ram. Credit as: Wendy Kaveney / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

USA, Indiana, Indianapolis. Merry-go-round horses. Credit as: Wendy Kaveney / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

A Fair on the Common at Southwold, Suffolk. Date: circa 1910s

A Fair at Tenby, Pembrokeshire, southwest Wales Date: 1903

Scene at one of the Carolinas Popular Playgrounds along the Atlantic Ocean, 1942. From " Souvenir of the Beautiful Carolinas". [Curt Teich & Co. Chicago, 1942]

The Syren Drawn from the Life, 1759? Creator: Benjamin Cole
The Syren Drawn from the Life, 1759? Engraving of a mermaid, claiming to have been drawn from the life. Fake mermaids were popular in the 18th century

A fete at Saint-Cloud c. 1860 (oil on canvas)
XIR392296 A fete at Saint-Cloud c.1860 (oil on canvas) by Vaumort, Edouard (d.1886); Musee de l Ile de France, Sceaux, France; French, out of copyright

A fete at Saint-Cloud during the Second Empire (oil on canvas)
XIR392295 A fete at Saint-Cloud during the Second Empire (oil on canvas) by Vaumort, Edouard (d.1886); Musee de l Ile de France, Sceaux

The Fair at Saint-Cloud, c. 1920 (oil on canvas)
XIR204907 The Fair at Saint-Cloud, c.1920 (oil on canvas) by Veber, Jean (1868-1928); Musee de l Ile de France, Sceaux, France; French, out of copyright

Bank Holiday, pub 1924. Creator: Laura Knight (1877 - 1970)
Bank Holiday, pub 1924 (engraving)

Bank Holiday - The Swings, 1920, 1920. Artist: Randolph Schwabe
Bank Holiday - The Swings, 1920, 1920. From Londoners Then and Now As Pictured By Their Contemporaries, edited by Geoffrey Holme. [The Studio Ltd. London, 1920]

The Fair on the Frozen Thames, 1814, (1920). Artist: Luke Clennell
The Fair on the Frozen Thames, 1814, 1920. From Londoners Then and Now As Pictured By Their Contemporaries, edited by Geoffrey Holme. [The Studio Ltd. London, 1920]

Just A goin to Begin!, 1887. Artist: Tom Merry
Just A goin to Begin!, 1887. WH Smith as a fairground showman, invites the public to his show; the principal parliamentary figures are there

Miner at a fairground, Conisbrough, near Doncaster, South Yorkshire, 1955. Artist
Miner at a fairground, Conisbrough, near Doncaster, South Yorkshire, 1955. A miner from a South Yorkshire town on a visit to the Good Friday Fair at Conisbrough, near Doncaster

Fairground, 2005. Children fishing for ducks to win a cuddly toy

Children on a fairground ride, 2005

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St Giles Fair, Oxford. Four female wrestlers, an unusual spectacle, posing outside their stall at St Giles Fair, watched by a large crowd. Photographed by Henry Taunt September 1909

Fairground at Burntisland, Fife, Scotland
A fairground at Burntisland, Fife, Scotland, with a helter skelter at the centre. Date: circa 1920s

Funfair horse carousel, line drawing

Lotte World theme park in Jamsil, Seoul, Korea

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York Eye ferris wheel reflected at dusk in the still waters of the River Ouse

Fete du Trone, Paris, France circa 1923 by Eugene Atget. Eugene Atget, full name Jean-Eugene-Auguste Atget, 1857 - 1927. French photographer

Dancing Dolls, a 19th century fairground attraction. The man worked the dolls by means of a string looped around his foot, whilst playing the bagpipes

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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.