A practical home essential carrying an extraordinary local story.
This cotton tea towel honours Andrew “Boy” Charlton, Manly’s most celebrated swimmer and Olympic gold medallist at the Paris Games in 1924. Rising from the ocean baths and tidal pools of Manly to international sporting glory, Charlton became a symbol of Australian resilience, discipline, and sporting excellence — and remains one of the Northern Beaches’ most enduring figures.
Drawn from Lost Manly’s historical archive, this design reflects a time when Manly was not only a seaside destination, but a proving ground for world-class athletic talent. Printed on durable cotton twill, the tea towel brings this legacy into everyday life — quietly commemorating a moment when local dedication met global achievement.
Generously sized and highly absorbent, it’s designed for regular use in busy kitchens, coastal homes, or as a thoughtful gift for history lovers, swimmers, and proud locals. Two rear hanging loops allow for easy storage or display, making it both functional and meaningful.
Product Details Fabric: 100% cotton twill
Construction: Two rear hanging loops for easy hanging or display
Size: 45 cm × 70 cm
Durable, absorbent, and designed for everyday use
Care Instructions Cold or warm machine wash
Line dry recommended
Warm iron on reverse if required
This tea towel is more than a kitchen accessory — it’s a quiet tribute to Manly’s contribution to Australian sporting history, carried forward through everyday use.
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Anonymous
Cool Totes
Love my Tote bag! I get lots of comments and its a great conversation starter when I'm out and about, even where I live in Regional NSW. It's a piece of my heart from growing up in Manly. And its good quality and sturdy and very practical for shopping.
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Sharon Smith
Great Customer Service - above and beyond
Lisa went above and beyond helping track down my wayward delivery. The service is exceptionally. She really cares about her customers.
Lost Manly Shop
Carolyn M.
CONGRATULATIONS with LOST MANLY
Being a recent “leaver of MANLY” AND missing the place....I find solace in reading your post
Now living in MITTAGONG, great neighbours, quiet street, station 5/60 walk -so all’s Good.
And not that the Southern Highlands is disappointing ..it’s not!
But, MY HEART❤️ IS IN MANLY ❤️
Love the idea, congratulations.
Seven Miles from Sydney Vintage Calendar 2022 Sellout!
Carolyn M.
CONGRATULATIONS with LOST MANLY
Being a recent “leaver of MANLY” AND missing the place....I find solace in reading your post
Now living in MITTAGONG, great neighbours, quiet street, station 5/60 walk -so all’s Good.
And not that the Southern Highlands is disappointing ..it’s not!
But, MY HEART❤️ IS IN MANLY ❤️
Love the idea, congratulations.
Seven Miles from Sydney Vintage Calendar 2022 Sellout!
Lynne-Barbara H.
Review done twice but lost so letting all know all's great with my last 3 orders rec'd. Lynne-Barbara
Very fast delivery, and great photos in the calendar.
M
Lost Manly T-Shirt Northern Beaches Dee Why Custom Logo Edition Myreeann (Australia)
Great colour
Great colour, fabulous fit and feel... would highly recommend!
M
Lost Manly Cotton T-Shirt — Northern Beaches Born and Bred Custom Logo Edition Myreeann (Australia)
Fabulous Northern Beaches Apparel
This is my 3rd time purchasing these T-shirts, they are great quality and very durable.. they hold their shape really well an I would definitely recommend them!! Lisa is great to deal with..
Its great. I bought it for my daughter who is an avid bushwalker. Its a surprise Christmas present so I won't know what she thinks of it until later. Anyway the colour is what I wanted, the logo perfect and the quality excellent.
