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Monorail Opening at Merry Hill Shopping Centre in Brierley Hill
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Monorail Opening at Merry Hill Shopping Centre in Brierley Hill
Monorail Opening at Merry Hill Shopping Centre in Brierley Hill, by Don and Roy Richardson property developers with Sir Eric Pountain, Chairman of Tarmac who did the structural work and has the honour of having a train named after him, Metropolitan Borough of Dudley, West Midlands, England, Friday 31st May 1991
John Randle
Birmingham Post and Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
England
BPM 91 9786
Media ID 21907471
© Mirrorpix
Bottle Brierley Hill Centre Centres Champagne Holding Monorail 1991 West Midlands
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Capturing a momentous occasion in the heart of Brierley Hill, this print showcases the grand opening of the Monorail at Merry Hill Shopping Centre. Taken on Friday 31st May 1991, it immortalizes a significant milestone for both the town and its visionary property developers Don and Roy Richardson. Radiating with excitement, Sir Eric Pountain, Chairman of Tarmac - the esteemed company responsible for the structural work - proudly joins them in this historic snapshot. A true honor bestowed upon him is revealed as he holds a train named after him, symbolizing his invaluable contribution to this groundbreaking project. Nestled within Dudley's Metropolitan Borough in England's vibrant West Midlands region, Merry Hill Shopping Centre stands as an emblem of progress and innovation. The monorail itself represents a leap forward in modern transportation systems that effortlessly connect shoppers to their favorite stores. In this delightful scene captured by photographer John Randle, jubilant faces are seen raising champagne bottles high above their heads. This joyous celebration signifies not only the completion of an architectural marvel but also marks a new era for Brierley Hill's retail landscape. As we gaze upon this remarkable image from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to an era where dreams were realized through collaboration and determination. It serves as a timeless reminder that even amidst bustling shopping centers, history can be made.
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