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Opening the Bull Ring JLP01_08_068575
BULL RING CENTRE, BULL RING, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS. The opening ceremony for the Bull Ring Centre, showing HRH Prince Philip and company walking down the spiral ramp as a huge crowd watches
On 29th May 1964, His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, opened the Bull Ring Centre. The Duke toured the site, meeting various people along the way and unveiling a commemorative plaque in the Centre Court. A formal lunch was then held in his honour at the Mecca Banqueting Hall; part of the new Bull Ring development. Approximately 400 guests attended, including the Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Alderman F. Price, and William Kirby Laing, and speeches about the scheme were delivered. The ceremony was held on Oak Apple Day, an old public holiday on 29th May commemorating the restoration of the English monarchy. An oak apple spray was therefore presented to the Duke to wear on the lapel of his suit jacket
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This print captures a momentous occasion in Birmingham's history - the opening ceremony of the iconic Bull Ring Centre. On 29th May 1964, His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, graced the event with his presence. As he walked down the spiral ramp leading into the centre, a massive crowd eagerly watched his every move. The Duke's visit was marked by several significant moments. He embarked on a tour of the site, engaging with various individuals and unveiling a commemorative plaque in the Centre Court. The festivities continued as a formal lunch was held in his honor at the Mecca Banqueting Hall within this new development. Approximately 400 esteemed guests attended this grand celebration, including notable figures such as Birmingham's Lord Mayor Alderman F. Price and William Kirby Laing. Speeches were delivered to highlight and praise this remarkable scheme that would shape Birmingham's future. It is worth noting that this auspicious event coincided with Oak Apple Day, an ancient public holiday commemorating England's monarchy restoration on 29th May. In accordance with tradition, an oak apple spray was presented to Prince Philip for him to proudly wear on his suit jacket lapel. This extraordinary photograph not only documents royalty but also showcases people from all walks of life coming together to witness history unfold before their eyes – truly capturing both the spirit of celebration and anticipation for what lay ahead in this bustling shopping center during its early years.
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