Mitcham Fair: Swings
Date Photo Taken | 13th August 1906 |
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Area | Mitcham |
Copyright 1 | J H Baldock |
Picture Reference | Mit_Events_Fair_6-12 |
Original Format | Photo |
Notes / History | Mitcham Fair (1906) showing “A-Frames” joined together to support 6 swings at a time. The swings were boat shaped to prevent people from falling out, and could seat two, one on either side. The Norfolk jackets and breeches worn by these youngsters were typical of the period. |