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Pancake Race / Olney
SHROVE TUESDAY The starter line for the Olney pancake race, 1951, which has been held in the village for over 500 years. Any Olney woman over 18 can compete. Date: 1951
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Media ID 14279730
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1951 Compete Held Housewives Lent Olney Pancake Pancakes Shrove Starter Tuesday Years
10"x8" Photo Print
Experience the rich history and tradition of the Olney Pancake Race with this stunning photograph from the Media Storehouse collection. Taken in 1951, this rights-managed image captures the excitement and energy of the starter line as women prepare to compete in this annual event that has been a beloved Olney tradition for over 500 years. Bring the spirit of Shrove Tuesday into your home or office with this beautiful, high-quality photographic print.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the excitement and tradition of the Olney Pancake Race, held in the quaint English village of Olney on Shrove Tuesday in 1951. The annual event, which can be traced back over 500 years, invites any Olney woman over the age of 18 to participate in the lively competition. The image shows the starter line, where eager housewives, dressed in their aprons and headscarves, eagerly await the signal to begin the race. The air is filled with anticipation as they gather at the starting line, pancakes in hand and frying pans at the ready. The custom, deeply rooted in the community, is a unique and delightful way for locals to celebrate the final days of Lent before the Christian season of fasting begins. The Olney Pancake Race is a test of agility and skill, as the women must toss their pancakes three times before crossing the finish line. The tradition, which has remained unchanged for centuries, is a cherished part of the village's heritage and continues to attract visitors from around the world. This photograph, taken in 1951, offers a glimpse into the past and the enduring spirit of this remarkable community event.
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