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Portobello Beach, assessment of condition
McKean, John, 1891, Photograph
Portobello Beach, assessment of condition
Portobello Beach, assessment of condition
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4235
Title
Portobello Beach, assessment of condition
Description
Dapper gentlemen in top hats and morning suits assess the condition of Portobello Beach, Edinburgh. Two are inspecting a line of stones on the beach whilst another stands some distance away. In the background are the chimneys of the Portobello potteries.
Dapper gentlemen in top hats and morning suits assess the condition of Portobello Beach, Edinburgh. Two are inspecting a line of stones on the beach whilst another stands some distance away. In the background are the chimneys of the Portobello potteries.
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McKean, John
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Date
1891
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24 x 29.4 cm
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Photograph
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Edinburgh and Scottish Collection
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Portobello developed around a cottage built in the mid 18th century. The sailor who occupied the cottage had fought at Puerto Bello, a port in Panama captured by the British in 1739, and named his home after the battle. With its long beach the town became an increasingly popular leisure destination. It boasted a pier between 1871-1917 and an outdoor swimming pool between 1936-1979. Holidaymakers and day-trippers could also visit the Marine Gardens or the fun fair, both now demolished. The town has been part of Edinburgh since 1896.
Portobello developed around a cottage built in the mid 18th century. The sailor who occupied the cottage had fought at Puerto Bello, a port in Panama captured by the British in 1739, and named his home after the battle. With its long beach the town became an increasingly popular leisure destination. It boasted a pier between 1871-1917 and an outdoor swimming pool between 1936-1979. Holidaymakers and day-trippers could also visit the Marine Gardens or the fun fair, both now demolished. The town has been part of Edinburgh since 1896.
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