Bank Holiday Britain

North Promenade, Cleethorpes

“Wish you were here? We look forward to welcoming you soon!”
source: Enjoy Cleethorpes

Poundstretcher, Musselburgh

“I’m interested only in making money, for myself and the people I work for. I mean, that’s absolutely the only criterion I attach. That’s it.”
source: The Independent

InStore, Meadowbank Shopping Park, Edinburgh

“It’s perfectly normal to produce wind, even in large quantities.”
source: BBC Health

a lamppost, Musselburgh

“The shortest day marks the point when the days start to get longer and the nights shorter, and has profound cultural meaning around the world and throughout history. The cultural significance varies, but generally refers to a time of rebirth and renewal and is celebrated with festivals and rituals.”
source: Shortest Day

Planet Out, Baxter's Place, Edinburgh

“If strobe lighting, or other flashing or flickering lights come on without warning, you should immediately cover one eye with the palm of your hand and turn away from the light.”
source: Epilepsy Action

Hutchison Cottages, Slateford Road, Edinburgh

“BARB provides in-home TV viewing measurement for the UK”
source: Broadcasters’ Audience Research Board

Leith Walk, Edinburgh

“Currently betting on 222 novelty markets”
source: Paddy Power

Jock's Lodge, London Road, Edinburgh

“When a game becomes omnipresent, as football has, it is impossible to enjoy it fully.”
source: The Daily Telegraph

Leith Walk, Edinburgh

“Nudge Nigel to take his go!”
source: UK Agriculture

Roman Road, Poplar, London

“The Fairground Association of Great Britain was founded in 1978, and is now the UK’s leading club for fairground enthusiasts”
source: The Fairground Association of Great Britain

photo by Sam Oakley