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Hunt Meet at Hever Castle
The West Kent Foxhounds meeting at Hever Castle. Date: 1925
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Castles Foxhounds Foxhunt Foxhunters Foxhunting Hever Hounds Hunt Hunters Meet Meeting Nineteen Tudor 1925
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of a traditional English hunt meet at the picturesque Hever Castle in West Kent, dating back to 1925. The West Kent Foxhounds, a renowned hunting pack, are seen gathered in the castle grounds, their hounds eagerly anticipating the start of the day's hunt. The huntsmen and hunters, dressed in their distinctive red coats and hunting boots, prepare their horses, their faces reflecting a sense of excitement and determination. Hever Castle, a historic Tudor edifice, provides a striking backdrop to the scene. With its moat, drawbridge, and towering turrets, the castle exudes an air of grandeur and mystery, adding to the allure of the hunt. The castle's rich history and the tradition of foxhunting are deeply intertwined, with the first recorded hunt meeting taking place at Hever Castle in 1539. The 1920s, also known as the Roaring Twenties, were a time of great social change and cultural upheaval. Yet, the pastime of foxhunting remained a cherished and enduring part of English rural life. This photograph offers a glimpse into that bygone era, providing a window into a time when the hunt meet was a community event, bringing together people from all walks of life in celebration of the countryside and the thrill of the chase. The hounds, with their keen senses and boundless energy, are the true stars of the scene, their eyes fixed on the horizon, eager to begin the day's pursuit. This photograph is a testament to the enduring appeal of the hunt and the deep connection between man and nature that it represents.
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