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West Beach, Teignmouth, Devon, August 1930
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West Beach, Teignmouth, Devon, August 1930
A GWR publicity view of Back Beach at Teignmouth in Devon, August 1930. The beach is lined with holidaymakers in deckchairs sunning themselves in the summer sunshine. In the distance is the mouth of the River Teign and the village of Shaldon with the distinctive headland round from Ness Cove
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1930 1930s August Beach Coast Coastline Devon Holidaymakers River Teign Shaldon Summer Teignmouth Back Beach Deckchairs West Beach
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Step back in time to the summer of 1930, where West Beach in Teignmouth, Devon was the epitome of holiday bliss. This print captures a picturesque scene that could easily be mistaken for a postcard from paradise. As the warm August sun bathes the sandy shores, deckchairs dot the beach like colorful confetti, each occupied by contented holidaymakers seeking solace and relaxation. The idyllic backdrop showcases the mouth of River Teign and offers a glimpse into Shaldon village with its distinctive headland curving around Ness Cove. The view is simply breathtaking; it's as if nature itself conspired to create this perfect coastal oasis. In an era before smartphones and social media, people found joy in simpler pleasures – basking under golden rays, feeling gentle sea breezes caress their skin, and immersing themselves in nature's beauty. This photograph encapsulates that timeless allure of seaside holidays during the 1930s. Transport yourself to an era when life moved at a slower pace and worries were left behind on distant shores. Let this enchanting image transport you back to a time when West Beach offered respite from everyday life – a sanctuary where memories were made beneath azure skies and beside sparkling waters.
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