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More than 1, 000 people breaved ice and snow and made their way to Allendale
More than 1, 000 people breaved ice and snow and made their way to Allendale, Northumberland wo watch the ancient Tar Barrel fire festival on 1st January 1981
NCJ
NCJ Archive
Mirrorpix
WA*5966417
Media ID 21625498
© Mirrorpix
Barrels Ceremony Costumes Customs Festival Fire New Year Walking Torches
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Refresh your home decor with a beautiful full photo 16"x16" (40x40cm) cushion, complete with cushion pad insert. Printed on both sides and made from 100% polyester with a zipper on the bottom back edge of the cushion cover. Care Instructions: Warm machine wash, do not bleach, do not tumble dry. Warm iron inside out. Do not dry clean.
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Estimated Product Size is 40cm x 40cm (15.7" x 15.7")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this print captured by NCJ, we are transported back to the frosty winter of 1981 in Allendale, Northumberland. Despite the treacherous weather conditions, over a thousand brave souls defied the biting cold and ventured through ice and snow to witness the ancient Tar Barrel fire festival. This annual event held on New Year's Day has been a cherished tradition for generations. The image showcases a mesmerizing scene filled with customs and rituals that have stood the test of time. Torch-bearing individuals clad in vibrant costumes can be seen walking amidst barrels ablaze with flickering flames. The atmosphere is electric as participants honor their heritage and celebrate community spirit. This snapshot from the 1980s captures not only a moment frozen in time but also encapsulates the essence of cultural ceremonies passed down through centuries. The Tar Barrel fire festival symbolizes purification, renewal, and hope for the year ahead. Memory Lane Prints allows us to relive these precious memories that connect us to our roots and remind us of our shared humanity. Through this photograph, we are reminded of how traditions bring people together despite challenging circumstances – uniting them under one fiery spectacle that warms both body and soul. Let this evocative image transport you back in time as you immerse yourself in an age-old ceremony where fire dances against a backdrop of snowy landscapes – igniting hearts with joy, camaraderie, and anticipation for what lies ahead.
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