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Portobello Beach, assessment of condition
McKean, John, 1891, Photograph
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Portobello Beach, assessment of condition
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Title
Portobello Beach, assessment of condition
Description
Two men inspect a large pipe that it situated on Portobello Beach. The pipe appears to have water flowing from the end of it. The men are wearing morning suits and top hats. In the background are factory and pottery buildings including several chimneys.
Two men inspect a large pipe that it situated on Portobello Beach. The pipe appears to have water flowing from the end of it. The men are wearing morning suits and top hats. In the background are factory and pottery buildings including several chimneys.
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McKean, John
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Date
1891
Size
22.7 x 26 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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