Whit Monday Collection

CARTMEL RACES POSTER
A poster announcing Whit Monday races (29th May 1871) at Cartmel, Lancashire. Races will include a hurdle race, the Hartington Stake, the Innkeepers Stake, a Trotting Match and a Hound Dog Trail

Greenwich Park 1802
Fun and games in Greenwich Park on a Whitmonday - a bank holiday : picnicking, dancing to a barrel organ, playing games and generally making the most of the day Date: 1802

Fortune telling with wreaths on Trinity Day in Ukraine, 1860. Creator: Timm, Wassili (George Wilhelm) (1820-1895)
Fortune telling with wreaths on Trinity Day in Ukraine, 1860. Private Collection

Eight Hours at the Sea-Side - drawn by John Leech, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Eight Hours at the Sea-Side - drawn by John Leech, 1856. Whit-Monday Bank Holiday on Brighton Beach. Great credit is due to the managers of the South Coast Railway for their determination to supply

With the Holiday Folk to Hampton Court on Whit Monday (engraving)
1047328 With the Holiday Folk to Hampton Court on Whit Monday (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: With the Holiday Folk to Hampton Court on Whit Monday)

The Whit Monday carthorse parade in Regents Park; Princess May presenting the badges (engraving)
583063 The Whit Monday carthorse parade in Regents Park; Princess May presenting the badges (engraving) by English School

The Gardens of the Zoological Society, Regents Park, on Whit Monday (engraving)
1099168 The Gardens of the Zoological Society, Regents Park, on Whit Monday (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gardens of the Zoological Society)

Eltham Pilgrims, Whit-Monday in Kidbrooke Lane (engraving)
1052605 Eltham Pilgrims, Whit-Monday in Kidbrooke Lane (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eltham Pilgrims, Whit-Monday in Kidbrooke Lane)

Volunteer Review in Windsor Park on Whit Monday, Charge of Yeomanry Lancers and Mounted Artillery (engraving)
1611159 Volunteer Review in Windsor Park on Whit Monday, Charge of Yeomanry Lancers and Mounted Artillery (engraving) by Robinson

Lichfield "Greenhill Bower"(engraving)
1612163 Lichfield " Greenhill Bower" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lichfield " Greenhill Bower")

The Volunteer Review in the Regents Park on Whit Monday (engraving)
2773452 The Volunteer Review in the Regents Park on Whit Monday (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Volunteer Review in the Regents Park on Whit Monday)

The New Pier at Dover opened on Whit-Monday by Lady Dickeson (engraving)
1038859 The New Pier at Dover opened on Whit-Monday by Lady Dickeson (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The South Kensington Museum on Whit Monday (engraving)
558111 The South Kensington Museum on Whit Monday (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The South Kensington Museum on Whit Monday)

Jubilee Fire Brigade Demonstration at Oxford on Whit Monday (engraving)
1594894 Jubilee Fire Brigade Demonstration at Oxford on Whit Monday (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Volunteer Sham Fight at Southend on Whit Monday (engraving)
1588428 Volunteer Sham Fight at Southend on Whit Monday (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Volunteer Sham Fight at Southend on Whit Monday)

The Millenary of Edward the Elders Coronation, Celebrations at Kingston-on-Thames on Whit Monday (litho)
1629703 The Millenary of Edward the Elders Coronation, Celebrations at Kingston-on-Thames on Whit Monday (litho) by Wright

The London Cart Horse Parade on Whit-Monday, a Competitor entering the Show Ground (engraving)
1062532 The London Cart Horse Parade on Whit-Monday, a Competitor entering the Show Ground (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

With the Holiday Folk to Hampton Court on Whit Monday (engraving)
1047330 With the Holiday Folk to Hampton Court on Whit Monday (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: With the Holiday Folk to Hampton Court on Whit Monday)

The Scottish Gathering on Whit Monday (engraving)
1595310 The Scottish Gathering on Whit Monday (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Scottish Gathering on Whit Monday)

Whit-Monday in the Clouds, a Sketch in the "Cage"of the Monument (engraving)
1058586 Whit-Monday in the Clouds, a Sketch in the " Cage" of the Monument (engraving) by Murray, William Bazett (fl.1871-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Whit-Monday in the Clouds)

The night before Pentecost in the Ukraine, 1878. Artist: Trutovsky, Konstantin Alexandrovich (1826-1893)
The night before Pentecost in the Ukraine, 1878. From a private collection

In Greenwich Park on Whit Monday, c1802, (1912). Artist: Samuel Rawle
In Greenwich Park on Whit Monday, c1802, (1912). From London - South of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1912]

The London Cart Horse Parade on Whit-Monday: a Competitor Entering the Show Ground, Uk

Poster advertising Battys Grand National Hippodrome, 1852 (printed paper)
XJF473787 Poster advertising Battys Grand National Hippodrome, 1852 (printed paper) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battys Grand National Hippodrome)

London Family heading for Epping Forest on WhitMonday, 1893
Engraving showing a London family heading to Epping Forest on a donkey cart on the WhitMonday holiday, c.1893

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"Whit Monday: A Day of Festivities and Celebrations Across the UK" Whit Monday, also known as Pentecost Monday, holds a special place in the hearts of many Britons. This day has been marked by various events and activities throughout history, bringing joy and excitement to communities across the country. One iconic image that comes to mind is the Cartmel Races Poster. The vibrant colors and thrilling horse races have long been a highlight celebrations. From Greenwich Park in 1802 to Regents Park's Carthorse Parade, these gatherings have always brought people together for a day filled with entertainment and friendly competition. Not only were there sporting events on Whit Monday, but it was also a time for cultural festivities. Engravings depict scenes like "With the Holiday Folk to Hampton Court on Whit Monday, " where families would embark on joyful journeys together. Princess May even presented badges during the carthorse parade in Regents Park, adding an air of royalty to this cherished tradition. The enchanting Gardens of the Zoological Society in Regents Park were another popular destination on Whit Mondays. Families would gather here to explore nature's wonders while enjoying each other's company amidst beautiful surroundings. But it wasn't just about leisurely pursuits; Whit Monday was also a time for community spirit and civic pride. Engravings capture moments such as Eltham Pilgrims' procession through Kidbrooke Lane or Volunteer Reviews in Windsor Park and Regents Park. These demonstrations showcased unity among citizens while honoring their town or city. Whit-Monday held significance beyond London too; Lichfield's "Greenhill Bower" became an annual event drawing crowds from near and far with its lively parades and festivities. In addition to local celebrations, some landmarks opened their doors specifically on Whit-Monday. The New Pier at Dover welcomed visitors under Lady Dickeson's watchful eye while South Kensington Museum offered cultural enrichment to those seeking a different kind of experience.