Hop Picker Collection

Hop picking at Maplescombe Farm, Farningham, Kent. 1938

Women hop pickers in Beltring, Kent. Each worker has a gas mask over their shoulder in box in case of a gas attack. 1939

Hop pickers in East Peckham. Young and old working in the hop field. 1 September 1938

Testimonial to Mr. Fuller, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Testimonial to Mr. Fuller, 1858. The testimonial which we have engraved was intended to be presented to the late Mr. Eliott Fuller, but, his death occurring before the completion of the work

Grower provides fourteen such shacks... near Grants Pass, Josephine County, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Grower provides fourteen such shacks in a row for his hop pickers. Josephine County, Oregon. Near Grants Pass, Josephine County, Oregon

Part of the lineup at paymasters window... near Grants Pass, Josephine County, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Part of the lineup at paymasters window at noon. Hop pickers are paid off daily. Near Grants Pass, Josephine County, Oregon

Grower provides fourteen such shacks in a row... near Grants Pass, Josephine County, Oregon, 1939
Grower provides fourteen such shacks in a row for his hop pickers. Josephine County, Oregon. Near Grants Pass, Josephine County, Oregon

A row of shelters... for hop pickers... near Grants Pass, Josephine County, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Oregon, Josephine County, near Grants Pass. A row of shelters like this for hop pickers families

One room per family in rough wooden barracks... near Grants pass, Josephine County, Oregon, 1939
Oregon, Josephine County, near Grants Pass. One room per family in rough wooden barracks on growers property. No running water in camp. Hop ranch

The Hop Gatherers, n. d. Creator: Thomas Stothard
The Hop Gatherers, n.d

Hop pickers (colour photo)
3103948 Hop pickers (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hop pickers. Postcard)

Farmers loading sacks onto a cart (colour photo)
3104539 Farmers loading sacks onto a cart (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Farmers loading sacks onto a cart)

The Hop Pickers, 1855 (oil on canvas)
824179 The Hop Pickers, 1855 (oil on canvas) by Herring Snr, John Frederick (1795-1865); 91.5x71.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hop Pickers. John Frederick Herring (1795-1865)

Kent Hops, c1948. Creator: Unknown
Kent Hops, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

The Crown of Hops, 1843-1850. Artist: Herbert Bourne
The Crown of Hops, 1843-1850. Engraving after The Hop Garland, painting in the Tate Gallery. Hop-pickers making a garland for a little girl

Maidstone, c1910. One of the centres of the Hop-growing districts. Paper. Agricultural Implements. Brick and Cement Works. Population, 37, 210

Hop Picking, late 18th century, (1912). Artist: William Hamilton
Hop Picking, late 18th century, (1912). Hops are grown up poles and wires and picked in September. Hop-picking, though it was considered suitable for women and children, was not easy work

Hop-Picking, c1900

Hop pickers, Kentish hop fields, c1922. A print from Peoples of all Nations, Volume III, edited by JA Hammerton, The Fleetway House, London, c1922

Hop-pickers leaving London Bridge at midnight, 1900. Print from The Illustrated London News (8 September 1900)

A Kentish hop garden, 1905. Artist: Goulden and Wind
A Kentish hop garden, 1905. Many Londoners had working holidays picking hops in Kent

Hop Picking, (1912). Artist: William Hamilton
Hop Picking, (1912). A print from The Connoisseur, (London, 1912)

Hop Picking near Bairnsdale, Australia, 1886. Wood engraving from Picturesque Atlas of Australasia, Vol II, by Andrew Garran, illustrated under the supervision of Frederic B Schell

The children of hop pickers take shelter to watch the Battle of Britain. August 1940

The Hop Pickers, etched by Francis Vivares, 1760 (etching)
XJF438431 The Hop Pickers, etched by Francis Vivares, 1760 (etching) by Smith, George, of Chichester (1714-76) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Hop Picking (engraving)
XJF438432 Hop Picking (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Hop pickers waiting to be paid (engraving)
XJF438435 Hop pickers waiting to be paid (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Hop Garden, an illustration to Poems on Several Occasions by Christopher Smart
XJF438430 Hop Garden, an illustration to Poems on Several Occasions by Christopher Smart, engraved by Charles Grignion, 1752 (engraving) by Hayman

In the Kent hop-fields, waiting to be paid, 1867 (engraving)
XJF438434 In the Kent hop-fields, waiting to be paid, 1867 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

With the distressed hop-pickers in Kent, from The Illustrated London News
XJF438433 With the distressed hop-pickers in Kent, from The Illustrated London News, September 11th, 1897 (litho) by Wright

Hop-pickers starting from London Bridge railway station at midnight, 1891 (engraving)
XJF438428 Hop-pickers starting from London Bridge railway station at midnight, 1891 (engraving) by Ward, Enoch (1859-1922); Private Collection; (add.info)

Hop pickers in East Peckham. A child helping in the hop field. 1 September 1938

The children of the women hop pickers in Beltring, Kent, playing in the hop fields. 1939

Hop pickers at London Bridge station going to Kent. 1933

Hop pickers watch the swans on the river from a bridge. 1938

Hop pickers in East Peckham riding in the back of a truck. 1 September 1938

Hop pickers in East Peckham in their transport. 1 September 1938

Hop pickers in East Peckham. 1 September 1938

Hop pickers huts in Swanley, Kent. 1939

Hop pickers in East Peckham. Young and old helping in the hop field. 1 September 1938

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"Hop Picking: A Glimpse into the Lives of Hardworking Harvesters" Step back in time to 1938, where the picturesque Maplescombe Farm in Farningham, Kent was abuzz with activity. Hop pickers of all ages gathered together under the warm September sun, their hands deftly plucking hops from towering vines. In East Peckham, another scene unfolded as young and old alike joined forces to work tirelessly in the hop fields. But amidst this idyllic setting, a stark reminder of uncertain times loomed overhead. Women hop pickers in Beltring, Kent carried gas masks over their shoulders as protection against potential threats. These brave workers persevered through adversity while ensuring their safety remained paramount. Across the Atlantic Ocean in Josephine County, Oregon during 1939, Dorothea Lange captured poignant images that shed light on the living conditions faced by hop pickers. Rows upon rows of shacks provided shelter for these hardworking individuals who traveled far and wide to partake in this labor-intensive harvest season. Each family occupied one room within rough wooden barracks - a testament to their resilience despite meager accommodations. In contrast to these humble dwellings stood Thomas Stothard's masterpiece "The Hop Gatherers, " an artistic portrayal showcasing the grace and beauty found within this age-old tradition. The vibrant colors brought life to each picker's attire as they diligently collected precious hops. As we delve deeper into history through captivating photographs, we witness farmers loading sacks onto carts with unwavering determination - a visual representation of teamwork and collective effort required for a successful harvest. Hop picking serves not only as an integral part of agricultural history but also symbolizes unity among communities bound by shared goals and aspirations, and is a testament to human resilience and adaptability when faced with challenges both natural and man-made.