1940s Festival

This is the second time I have attended the 1940s Festival in Bridlington old town, which is where the recent Dad’s Army was filmed and merits a visit of its own.

 

The area is transformed with men, women and children dressing up in the garb of the 1940s right down to the makeup and underwear. There are UK and US private and military vehicles with music, dancing and street stalls contributing to the atmosphere.  

 

 

None of the participants were around in that era, but they definitely had an affinity to that age and go to the many Festivals which take place so there is a camaraderie that adds to the ambience.

It was the best of times, it was the worst of times ......
Is there a decade to which you relate? 

Secret Gardens of Bridlington Old Town

I have often browsed in the art galleries and antique shops in the narrow streets of Bridlington Old Town with its Georgian terrace houses which give directly onto the pavement.  Little did I imagine the  delights of the secret gardens to be found at the back of the buildings. 

 

The twenty plus gardens are open to the public once a year for charity and this is just a sample of what was to be found.

 This yard was full of various breeds of geese, ducks and hens

 There was interest at every turn in this garden with its attractive summer house (see below)

 A narrow path opened up into this huge garden with a fine view of the church, which an artist was drawing

 Just room for one at a time on this garden path

 The owner of this garden is a stonemason.  he had a fine collection of old, carved stone from various sources.  We were invited to try our hand at it.

 Sometimes you believe you know a neighbourhood quite well but you can be surprised!