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Opening the Bull Ring JLP01_08_068579
Filename: jlp01_08_068579.jpg
Size: 5350 x 5357 (6.7MB)
Date: 3rd February 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive. Joh
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
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Opening the Bull Ring JLP01_08_068579
BULL RING CENTRE, BULL RING, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS. HRH Prince Philip exiting the new Woolworths store at the Bull Ring Centre on the day of the opening ceremony.
On 29th May 1964, His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, opened the Bull Ring Centre. The Duke toured the site, meeting various people along the way and unveiling a commemorative plaque in the Centre Court. A formal lunch was then held in his honour at the Mecca Banqueting Hall; part of the new Bull Ring development. Approximately 400 guests attended including the Lord Mayor of Birmingham; Alderman F Price (seen in this image), and William Kirby Laing. The ceremony was held on Oak Apple Day, an old public holiday on 29th May commemorating the restoration of the English monarchy. An oak apple spray was therefore presented to the Duke to wear on the lapel of his suit jacket
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This print captures a significant moment in history - the opening ceremony of the Bull Ring Centre in Birmingham, West Midlands. On May 29th, 1964, HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, graced the occasion with his presence. In this image, we witness him exiting the new Woolworths store at the Bull Ring Centre. The Duke's visit was marked by various activities and encounters throughout the day. He embarked on a tour of the site, engaging with numerous individuals along his path. The highlight came when he unveiled a commemorative plaque in the Centre Court, symbolizing this momentous event. To honor His Royal Highness' presence, a formal lunch was organized at the Mecca Banqueting Hall within the newly developed Bull Ring complex. Around 400 esteemed guests attended this grand affair including notable figures such as Alderman F Price and William Kirby Laing alongside Birmingham's Lord Mayor. It is worth noting that this auspicious occasion coincided with Oak Apple Day - an ancient public holiday commemorating England's monarchy restoration. As part of this tradition, an oak apple spray was presented to Prince Philip for him to wear on his suit jacket lapel. Preserved by A© Historic England Archive and expertly captured by Joh (not mentioning commercial use), this photograph encapsulates both historical significance and cultural celebration within its frame.
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