Win a copy of Beach huts and bathing machines

by Kathryn Ferry, published by Shire at £5.99, ISBN 9780747807001. We have 3 copies to give away

With over 100 illustrations 'Beach huts and bathing machines' looks at the wonderful world of seaside sheds. Behind the photogenic rows of colourful huts lies a story of classic British eccentricity starting with the Georgian bathing machines in which bashful bathers could change out of their clothes before being wheeled into the surf.

As it became more acceptable to scamper down the beach in one’s swimthings, people hired or purchased beach huts, which could house many home comforts, including electricity and even cooking facilities.

Kathryn Ferry presents a picture postcard view of the British seaside holiday through the history of bathing machines and beach huts. She reveals how changing fashions in society shaped their design and development, celebrating the fascinating beach hut from its unusual roots to its status as a much-loved and highly desirable shelter by the sea.

Kathryn Ferry is an architectural historian and beach hut expert who was on the judging panel for Shed of the Year 2008. She has visited more than 20,000 huts and regularly contributes to TV and radio programmes on the subject.

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