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Ripon Training College, Ripon, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, 1936. An exterior view of Ripon Training College showing women playing rounders on the green. The College was a Church of England women's teacher training college which first located to Ripon in 1862. The campus closed in 2002. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive
Media ID 28403959
Filename: wsa01_01_e0175.jpg
Size: 5456 x 3828 (3.6MB)
Date: 12th December 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: © Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
1930s Education People Sport Women Physical Education
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Capturing the Spirit of Women's Physical Education in 1930s North Yorkshire". This photo print, taken in 1936, showcases the vibrant atmosphere at Ripon Training College in Harrogate, North Yorkshire. The image portrays a group of young women enthusiastically engaged in a game of rounders on the college green. These spirited individuals are none other than trainee physical education teachers who were shaping the future of women's sports during this era. Ripon Training College was established as a Church of England women's teacher training institution back in 1862. Its picturesque campus provided an ideal setting for aspiring educators to hone their skills and embrace physical education as an integral part of their curriculum. The photograph beautifully captures the essence of camaraderie and empowerment that permeated through these young women as they participated wholeheartedly in sport. Their dedication to promoting physical well-being among fellow students is evident from their energetic expressions and determined postures. As we reflect upon this historical moment, it serves as a reminder that even decades ago, there were pioneers who recognized the importance of fostering fitness and teamwork among young girls. This snapshot encapsulates not only the significance but also the joy associated with physical education for women during this transformative period. Today, while Ripon Training College may have closed its doors in 2002, its legacy lives on through countless generations inspired by these trailblazing female educators who paved the way for progress within both education and sports.
