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Portobello
Valentine, James, 1903, Photograph, Postcard
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Portobello
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4265
Title
Portobello
Description
Buildings line the edge of Portobello Beach, Edinburgh whilst people play in the water on the beach. People dressed in full clothing paddle in the water and a group of bathing huts on wheels is placed in the sea. A group of rowing boats for hire lies at the water's edge. Portobello Indoor Baths can be seen at the side of the Promenade.
Artist / maker
Valentine, James
Date
1903
Size
8.8 x 14 cm
Type
Photograph
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Postcard
Location
Edinburgh and Scottish Collection
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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