The annual festival at Paddock Wood, Kent of the Hop Season started

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The annual festival at Paddock Wood, Kent of the Hop Season started

The annual festival at Paddock Wood, Kent of the Hop Season started. The Bardmaids race where they have to spring 100 yards, pour out a glass of beer, drink it and run back with the tray and bottle half full. 8th September 1949

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Beer Bottles Customs Drink Running Tray Barmaids Mixed Age Range Oast Houses

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The annual festival at Paddock Wood, Kent of the Hop Season started. The Bardmaids race where they have to spring 100 yards, pour out a glass of beer, drink it and run back with the tray and bottle half full. 8th September 1949. In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the vibrant atmosphere of Paddock Wood's annual Hop Season festival in 1949. The image captures a thrilling moment during the highly anticipated Bardmaids race, a beloved tradition that showcased both athleticism and skill. As we gaze upon the photograph, our eyes are immediately drawn to a group of determined barmaids sprinting towards their goal - an oast house serving as their finish line. Balancing trays filled with frothy glasses of beer and bottles held tightly in hand, these women epitomize grace under pressure. The mixed age range among participants adds an element of inclusivity to this spirited event, highlighting how traditions can bring communities together regardless of age or background. Surrounding them is an excited crowd eagerly cheering on their favorite competitors. This snapshot not only captures a specific moment in time but also serves as a reminder of customs deeply rooted in local culture. It showcases the unique charm and character that made Paddock Wood's Hop Season festival such an unforgettable experience for all who attended. With its rich historical context and lively depiction of running barmaids amidst picturesque oast houses, this print is sure to evoke nostalgia while celebrating the enduring spirit of community celebrations

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