Lamorna on Good Friday
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Lamorna on Good Friday

Here one sees Tim Knight - rhythm guitarist - and Dave Pryor - drummer - during a set by the Layabouts on the end of Lamorna pier organised for Good Friday when it was expected that hundreds of young people would make the traditional 'pilgrimage' from the Penzance district as usual. Unfortunately, by this time, c.1962, there was little religious sentiment behind the walk which usually culminated in refreshments in the Wink (Lamorna's inn). The Layabouts' performance was a successful publicity stunt.
I ve enjoyed going though the most looked at photos. I remember the Layabouts, then werer around when I was singing with a St Just band. We were the Shad beats at the time. and did a gig at lamorna too. It was a great venue and a fine evening. I think I still have some of the posters for us as we did gigis for the local football club too. We had a business card with the phone number from the shop next door as our contact. not many families had phone in the early 60s. I still have one of the cards. I ll be able to show it to my grandchildren [ if I ever had any!] duh
 
Oops! I should have read my last post before sending it. Werer should read were, Gigis should read gigs and if I ever had any should read, have any. ::17:::12:
 
I remember the Lamorna Good Friday Walks. Always good fun, plus drinks at the Wink. Do they still take place?
 
A couple of years ago we were stayingat the house of friends near Paul on Good Friday and surprised not to hear more passers-by. We were visiting family later and decided to drive to Lamorna Cove on the way. There were about four other cars there all with mature people, no idea if they others like us with memories of walks long past or were visitors.
On the way back up the valley stopped at the Wink to see if we might get some lunch, SHUT! Couldn't believe it. Didn't pass any walkers either.
 
Yes, it's a shame. Fings ain't....as they say! Thanks for the comments, Diane, TG and Chill!
 

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PENZANCE 60s ROCK BAND - RICKY & THE LAYABOUTS
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