The years was 1950 and crowds headed to Holcombe for the annual race meeting. Holcombe race meeting, 1950 (Picture: Newsquest) Just look at the punters queuing to place their bets with the on course bookies. It looks as though the horse Silver Santa was a clear favourite for the next race judging by the odds boards.
In the background you can see some of the many coaches which had brought racegoers to the track including a couple with special viewing platforms..