This collection of digitised photographs contain very valuable pictures of Scottish fairs, particularly in Ayrshire, from the 1960s onwards.
Ron White Collection
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- ReferenceGB 2314 NFA 0047
- Dates of Creation1960s-1980s
- Name of Creator
- Language of MaterialEnglish
- Physical Description1,244 images
Scope and Content
Administrative / Biographical History
Ron wrote various articles for the Fairground Mercury on Ayrshire showmen such as the Lawrence and Bastable families. His photograph collection also includes early colour images of Lancashire gala fairs, taken whilst Ron lived in Blackpool.
Access Information
These items make up part of the image database collection which is available to view by appointment in the NFA reading room.
Acquisition Information
Donated to the NFA by Graham Downie
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On image database
Archivist's Note
Description compiled by Jane Donaldson