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Lord Egertons Fete - the Pavilion at Worsley, 1844. Creator: Unknown
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Lord Egertons Fete - the Pavilion at Worsley, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Lord Egertons Fete - the Pavilion at Worsley, 1844. Party to celebrate the 21st birthday of George Granville Francis Egerton, Esq. eldest son of Lord and Lady Francis Egerton...the day was celebrated with festivities.
It was the desire of Lord Francis, that the occasion should be made one of popular enjoyment, in and out of doors, through the medium of old English fare and hospitality to the thousands of tenants, dependants, workpeople, including the officers of the various coalpits in the estates, the numerous body of men employed on the Bridgewater Canal...In what is called the Worsley Yard, near the Bridgewater Canal and warehouses, stood a spacious pavilion or marquee, capable of containing between 3000 and 4000 persons, gaily decorated with union jacks, British ensigns, and other flags...colours, streamers etc. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I
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Lord Egerton's Fete - the Pavilion at Worsley, 1844". Step back in time to the grand celebration of George Granville Francis Egerton's 21st birthday. This print captures a momentous occasion that took place in Worsley, England. Lord Francis Egerton envisioned this event as an opportunity for widespread enjoyment and merriment. The festivities extended both indoors and outdoors, with thousands of tenants, dependants, workpeople, and officers from various coalpits joining in on the revelry. The heart of the celebration was centered around a magnificent pavilion or marquee located near the Bridgewater Canal and warehouses. As you gaze upon this black-and-white image, you can almost feel the excitement that filled the air during this joyous affair. The pavilion stands proudly adorned with vibrant union jacks, British ensigns, flags fluttering in every direction. Its spacious interior could accommodate between 3000 to 4000 individuals who gathered together to commemorate this milestone event. This engraving from "Illustrated London News" transports us back to a bygone era where banquets were lavish affairs and hospitality reigned supreme. It serves as a testament to Lord Egerton's commitment to his community and his desire for everyone present to experience true old English fare. Immerse yourself in history through this remarkable snapshot frozen in time – a reminder of an extravagant birthday party that united people from all walks of life under one roof or rather one splendidly decorated marquee.
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