The children of Blantyre in 1980, could hardly believe it when they saw Santas Grotto set up in ASDA Carpark in December that year! This Christmas magic had been conjured up Blantyre Round Table who converted a caravan into a mobile grotto to give the kids a treat. I’m not sure who the kids are […]
Sorry about the unseasonal post, but I’m still exploring 1980 and thought this photo was worth sharing. Are you pictured? Know anybody? It’s December 1980, the photo taken at Blantyre Community Centre on Glasgow Road. Santa was handing out presents at the playgroup’s grotto. 350 children were delighted to receive a present from Santa , […]
T’was the week before Christmas 1975. Location: Downstairs in the High Blantyre Church Halls, Main Street, High Blantyre (the site is now a modern Care home previously across from Carrigans). I’m the wee boy….but who’s the wee girl? She would be in her early 40’s now and of course …..WHO’S the Santa?!)
This photo is kindly donated by Elizabeth Cardoo (Nee Anderson) and features a Christmas Masonic party in High Blantyre during the early 1950’s. Elizabeth is pictured as a little girl aged 6 years or so. The children look happy and enjoying Santa’s company. However, regardless of the festive smiles and frolics, I have to admit […]