Kirkbean Playmobil Exhibition 2012 - railway display

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Right, let's head for the beach!

Beachtown station is only small, really little more than a platform:



and a 'phonebox:



But, of course, people don't come for the railway station, they come for the beach:

The west end of the beach has a cafe:





and a telescope viewing point, always popular with the children:



At the east end, there is a small pier and landing stage for rowing boats:



And young romance can blossom:



while a seagull takes a snack:

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But the beach itself is the big attraction -

to teenagers:



youngsters:



families:



and for sports:

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Here are some more beach shots -

the lone sunbather:



the mischievous children:



the young yachtswoman:



the sand castle builders:



those well-prepared for the weather:



the donkey rides:



and the lifeboat:

[basilsdad]

More wonderful pictures, Gordon!  I love the way you have captured the interaction between the Klickies and their environment.  The solo sunbather with her Agatha Christie mystery is super . . . that is the perfect way to spend a day at the beach! 
Joe

[bonniebeth]

I really love the car engind on fire! Very nice effect there. And the young romance was a very cute detail. I liked all the seagulls everywhere, too. Wonderful beach scene, with so many details!

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Thank you, Joe and Bonnie.  Last scenes coming up now.

Beachtown has  a long history and one project under way is the restoration of an old coastal defensive tower:





For the seafood fans, Beachtown has probably the best seafood stall on the coast.



With supplies fresh from the Seaport Fish Company:



Fred and Maisie have stopped there for a break while out with their dog:



Who is picking a fight with a local seagull:

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Cycling is a popular pastime:



And it brings out the best in the younger generation:



Of course, you can't go to the seaside without having an ice-cream:

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But not everyone was having a fun day.  Back at Seaport, there were urgent track repairs needed on the pier siding:





And to finish with, a video of the layout:

[basilsdad]

This was a wonderful way to visit the exhibit, Gordon.  I saw so many different items that I had no idea existed!  So this has been instructive as well as enjoyable!  I have never seen the cinder blocks used by the men restoring the old coastal defensive tower before.  They are really neat and I agree with Bonnie, I love seeing all the seagulls. Thanks so much Gordon.
Joe

[bonniebeth]

"In cod we trust"