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The Festival of Britain, 1951

The Festival of Britain was a national exhibition and fair that reached millions of visitors throughout the United Kingdom in the summer of 1951. Thursley celebrate the event of 4th May, 1951


The Festival of Britain Emblem, the Festival Star



Ist Prize, Joan Sharland and other winners in the fancy dress parade of Festival Celebrations 4th May 1951


The Festival Queen was Joan Sharland, with attendants Joan and Margaret Baker. The chauffeur was Reg Cottle driving his Delage car


Bo Peep and Balloon Lady (Mrs Cooper and daughter)

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