2-887-580 - Historic England Archive/Heritage Images

Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, London, 11/06/1988. A woman sitting astride a spinning balance beam over a tank of water whilst wet sponges are thrown at her, part of the 'It's a Knockout' competition at the 1988 Family Day at Laing's Sports Ground. Attractions at that year's Family Day included; a parade of vintage cars, helicopter rides, plate smashing, stalls, an 'It's a Knockout' style competition and tennis and six-a-side football tournaments. The event was opened by John Conteh, former world light heavy weight champion and ended with a barbecue and disco. This photograph appeared in the August 1988 edition of Team Spirit, the Laing company magazine, reporting on the event.