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Manchester, Lancashire - Whitsuntide Walk
Princess Street walkers - Whitsuntide Walk, Manchester, Lancashire. The earliest known " Walks" can be traced to Manchester around 1800. Walking Days or Whit Walks as they became known sprang out of the Sunday School movement first pioneered in 1784. The idea behind this movement was to free the children: " Who worked under wretched conditions during the week in the manufacturies... were on Sunday allowed to run wild and free from all restraint." Date: circa 1904
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This evocative photograph captures the spirit of Manchester's Whitsuntide Walk, also known as the Whitsuntide Procession or Walkers, which took place on Princess Street in Lancashire around 1904. The earliest recorded evidence of such "Walks" in Manchester dates back to around 1800, and they can be traced to the Sunday School movement, first initiated in 1784. The aim of this educational initiative was to provide an alternative to the wretched working conditions endured by children during the week in the factories. On Whitsuntide, or Whit Week, these children were granted a reprieve, allowed to roam free and enjoy a day of celebration and camaraderie. In this image, we see a sea of people, mostly children, dressed in their finest attire, making their way along Princess Street. The joy and excitement on their faces are palpable as they participate in this age-old tradition. The photograph offers a glimpse into a time when community and togetherness were at the heart of Manchester's cultural heritage. The Whitsuntide Walks were a cherished tradition in Manchester for over a century, and their popularity continued well into the 20th century. This photograph, taken around 1904, serves as a poignant reminder of the simple pleasures and shared experiences that brought people together in a time before the distractions of modern life.
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