{"product_id":"coming-events-britain-1956-full-year-magazine-set","title":"Coming Events in Britain Magazine 1956 Complete Year Set (12 Issues) Vintage British Travel \u0026 Tourism Publication","description":"\u003ch3\u003eA Year of British Travel, Pageantry \u0026amp; Mid-Century Charm — Complete 1956 Set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #334FB4; background-color: #f8faff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; margin: 0 0 6px 0; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eVintage travel magazines like\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eComing Events in Britain\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eare prized as mid-century cultural snapshots—blending tourism, design, and everyday life into a richly illustrated record of place and time. Complete year sets are increasingly difficult to assemble intact, making this an especially appealing find for collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1775\" data-start=\"1559\"\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003ecomplete set of all twelve 1956 issues\u003c\/strong\u003e of \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eComing Events in Britain,\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e a beautifully produced monthly publication showcasing the landscapes, traditions, and cultural life of postwar Britain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2173\" data-start=\"1777\"\u003eEach issue features \u003cstrong\u003evibrant color photography\u003c\/strong\u003e and thoughtfully written articles capturing Britain’s countryside, historic landmarks, regional traditions, and everyday life during the height of mid-century travel. The covers form a striking visual collection, ranging from maritime scenes and cathedral architecture to royal pageantry and pastoral countryside views.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #334FB4; background-color: #e7ecff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; margin: 0 0 6px 0; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eFraming Appeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eWith \u003cstrong\u003etwelve distinct covers spanning the seasons,\u003c\/strong\u003e this complete 1965 set offers exceptional potential as a curated wall display. Each issue measures \u003cstrong\u003e8 ½\" x 11\"\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the full year to be arranged as a striking grid—easily framed within a space under 40\" x 40\" with a simple mat. The result is a colorful \u003cstrong\u003emid-century composition\u003c\/strong\u003e of British landscapes, architecture, and daily life—ideal for display above a sofa, mantel, or in a study or library setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2594\" data-start=\"2175\"\u003eBeyond travel inspiration, the magazine offers engaging editorial content that reflects both Britain’s heritage and its evolving identity. The February 1956 issue, for example, includes a detailed feature on the craftsmanship of Belleek pottery, while the March issue explores stately and country homes. Other issues highlight traditional foods such as English puddings, offering a broader cultural lens beyond tourism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2827\" data-start=\"2596\"\u003eEach issue includes a calendar of events across England, Scotland, and Wales, along with travel resources and period advertising.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 14px 0; padding: 8px 14px 6px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #C1A97B; background-color: #f7f3eb;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #8a6b2f; font-size: 15px; letter-spacing: 0.2px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003ePublisher's Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 6px 0 4px 0;\"\u003ePublished by the British Travel and Holidays Association of London—then the official tourism body of Great Britain—\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComing Events in Britain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e served as both an invitation and a guide for domestic and international travelers alike. Today, it stands as a compelling example of mid-century travel promotion and printed ephemera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3525\" data-start=\"3163\"\u003eThe softcover magazines are in \u003cstrong\u003every good condition\u003c\/strong\u003e overall. They show light, expected age wear, including occasional small tears, minor ink notations, and in a few cases, covers beginning to loosen but still securely attached at the staples. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3649\" data-start=\"3527\"\u003eBrowse our \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" title=\"Vintage Magazines \u0026amp; Journals | Back Issues \u0026amp; Periodicals\" href=\"https:\/\/thetownhouseantiques.com\/collections\/vintage-magazines\"\u003eVintage Magazines \u0026amp; Journals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e collection for additional full year sets and individual issues available separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"British Travel and Holidays Association","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39612665200707,"sku":"","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0114\/3262\/4186\/products\/ComingEventBritain1956copy.jpg?v=1634832472","url":"https:\/\/thetownhouseantiques.com\/products\/coming-events-britain-1956-full-year-magazine-set","provider":"The Townhouse Antiques \u0026 Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}