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"Clemening" in Staffordshire, 1857. Creator: Unknown. "Clemening" in Staffordshire, 1857. Creator: Unknown
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"Clemening" in Staffordshire, 1857. Creator: Unknown. "Clemening" in Staffordshire, 1857. Creator: Unknown
"Clemening" in Staffordshire, 1857. Old customs still work in many of our country parishes; and, ere they succumb to the progress of civilisation, it becomes the duty of the journalist to take note of them. We are this day enabled to illustrate one curious custom - that of "Clemening" which is still observed in many villages of Worcessterhire and Staffordshire...St. Clement's-day falls on the 23rd of November...The children go the round of the parish begging apples, but open to receive anything else, and singing a doggerel form of words...Our Illustration is from a Sketch by Cuthbert Bede, taken on St. Clement's-day last. The farmhouse to which the children have come "Clemening" is the Mere, in the parish of Enville, a remarkably fine and well preserved specimen of Elizabethan architecture. It is built of red brick, with stone dressings, and is on the estate of the Earl of Stamford and Warrington'. From "Illustrated London News", 1857
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Clemening
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in Staffordshire, 1857: A Traditional Custom Preserved St. Clement's-day, celebrated on November 23rd, is a time-honored tradition that continues to be observed in many parishes of Worcestershire and Staffordshire. This quaint custom, which involves children going door-to-door begging for apples and other treats, is a testament to the enduring charm of old English customs. Our illustration, taken from a sketch by Cuthbert Bede, captures the essence of this unique tradition on St. Clement's-day in 1857. The children, dressed in their best, are seen at the doorstep of a charming Elizabethan farmhouse, which is the Mere in the parish of Enville. This remarkably well-preserved building, owned by the Earl of Stamford and Warrington, is a fine example of red brick construction with stone dressings, and is a fitting backdrop to this age-old custom. The children, with rosy cheeks and rosy expectations, sing a doggerel verse as they make their rounds, open-handed and eager to receive their rewards. The farmhouse, with its inviting chimney smoke and warm glow, offers a welcoming sight to these young visitors. Despite the march of civilization, traditions like "Clemening" continue to thrive in the English countryside. It is a reminder of the rich cultural heritage that we cherish and the simple joys of community and tradition that endure through the generations. This image, taken over a century and a half ago, continues to resonate with us today, offering a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the importance of preserving our heritage.
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