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Donkeys on the sands

Published on August 22nd, 2022

Smiles all around in this special selection of archive photographs taken down on the sands by Frith Company photographers from 1906 to 1963. Donkey rides were once a quintessential part of the traditional British seaside experience - less so today perhaps - and we hope you enjoy these favourites from The Francis Frith Collection today.

Margate, Donkeys On The Sands 1906

Photo: Margate, Donkeys On The Sands 1906.

Sheringham, Donkey Ride 1906

Photo: Sheringham, Donkey Ride 1906.

Burnham-on-Sea, Donkeys On The Sands 1907

Photo: Burnham-on-Sea, Donkeys On The Sands 1907.

Barry Island, Donkey Rides 1910

Photo: Barry Island, Donkey Rides 1910.

Cliftonville, Donkey Rides 1908

Photo: Cliftonville, Donkey Rides 1908.

Burnham-on-Sea, Donkeys On The Sands 1913

Photo: Burnham-on-Sea, Donkeys On The Sands 1913.

Lytham, Donkeys 1914

Photo: Lytham, Donkeys 1914.

Mablethorpe, Donkey Rides c.1950

Photo: Mablethorpe, Donkey Rides c.1950.

Hemsby, The Donkeys c.1955

Photo: Hemsby, The Donkeys c.1955.

Burnham-on-Sea, The Donkeys 1963

Photo: Burnham-on-Sea, The Donkeys 1963.

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