Copson Gorse, Atherstone Hunt area
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Copson Gorse, Atherstone Hunt area
View near the Copson Gorse covert, looking towards Three Pots, in the Atherstone Hunt area (Warwickshire and Leicestershire). Date: 1936
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Aldin Area Atherstone Covert Fields Flat Foxhunt Foxhunting Gorse Hedge Hedges Hunt Leicestershire Midland Midlands Pots Warwickshire 1936 Copson
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time to the idyllic English countryside of the 1930s, as depicted in this photograph of the Copson Gorse covert in the Atherstone Hunt area. Located in the picturesque regions of Warwickshire and Leicestershire, this scene showcases the beauty and charm of the Midlands' rural landscapes. The image captures a moment of excitement and anticipation, as hunters and their hounds gather near the Copson Gorse covert, their eyes fixed on the distant Three Pots landmark. The flat, open fields stretch out before them, dotted with trees and hedges, creating a patchwork quilt of natural beauty. The copse of gorse bushes, with their bright yellow blooms, adds a splash of color to the otherwise muted palette of the countryside. The huntsman, dressed in traditional red jacket and black velvet hat, stands proudly atop a horse, ready to lead his pack on the chase. Foxhunting was a popular pastime in Britain during the 1930s, and this photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history and tradition of the sport. The hunters and their hounds, along with the scenic backdrop, make for a striking and evocative tableau of rural life in mid-20th century England. Whether you're an avid historian, a lover of the countryside, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of a well-composed photograph, this image is sure to transport you to a bygone era and leave you with a sense of wonder and nostalgia for the past.
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