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Hop picking in Kent
Families working together to pick hops in the Kent countryside
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 1275241
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Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the enchanting Hop Picking in Kent greeting card from Media Storehouse, featuring an exquisite photograph by Charles E Brown from the Royal Air Force Museum. This charming image captures the essence of a cherished family tradition, as loved ones come together to pick hops amongst the picturesque Kent countryside. Perfect for expressing warmth and connection, this card is an ideal choice for any occasion where you want to convey a sense of nostalgia and togetherness. The high-quality print brings the beauty of this timeless scene right to your doorstep, making it a delightful way to brighten someone's day. Choose Media Storehouse's Hop Picking in Kent card to add a touch of rural serenity to your correspondence.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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A Day in the Kentish Countryside - Hop Picking, 1920s
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In this evocative photograph, we are transported back in time to the idyllic Kentish countryside of the interwar period. Taken by Charles E Brown during his tenure with the Royal Air Force (RAF), this image captures a moment of communal spirit and hard work as families come together to pick hops. The scene unfolds in a lush, green hop garden, with rows of vines stretching out as far as the eye can see. The air is thick with the sweet, earthy aroma of ripening hops, a scent synonymous with the English countryside. At the forefront of the photograph, we see a young woman, her hair tied back in a practical bun, expertly plucking hops from the vines. Her children, dressed in their Sunday best, playfully join in, their small hands carefully selecting the ripe cones. To the left, a man in a flat cap and waistcoat leans against a basket, watching over the scene with a proud smile. His wife, her apron adorned with flowers, sits nearby, shelling the picked hops. The sun casts long, dappled shadows across the scene, adding a sense of warmth and tranquility. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, where the rhythms of nature and the bonds of family united to create cherished memories. Hop picking was once a popular pastime in Kent, with entire communities coming together to participate in this seasonal tradition. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the simple joys and shared experiences that define the human spirit. Charles E Brown's photograph, "A Day in the Kentish Countryside: Hop Picking, 1920s," is a testament to the enduring beauty and charm of rural England during a time of great change. It invites us to reflect on the power of community, the importance of tradition, and the simple pleasures of life.
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