Hengist Caravan Site, near Christchurch, Hampshire
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Hengist Caravan Site, near Christchurch, Hampshire
Image: © Dr Neil Clifton Taken: 21 Aug 1950
Following World War Two, when it again became possible to take a holiday on the South Coast, an inexpensive way to do so was to hire a caravan on one of the numerous sites which were springing up in many places. This one was Hengist Site, operated by a character of dubious provenance known as 'Captain' Smith. The vans were far from comfortable, but it was convenient for walks along Hengistbury Head and into Christchurch.
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Image Location
Latitude
50.726509
Longitude
-1.777516