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Doncaster Race-Course, 1850. Creator: Unknown
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Doncaster Race-Course, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Doncaster Race-Course, 1850. Horse racing in Yorkshire. The influx [of spectators] was continuous and immense, and we venture to say that what Doncaster has lost in the grade of its supporters was on this occasion amply made up in numbers. The streets for two or three hours were almost impassable, particularly in the vicinity of the betting-rooms, to obtain an entrance into which was a task of no ordinary difficulty. There the crowd was quite in keeping with that without, but business was the very opposite of what we have had so often to record on the morning of the St. Leger-day. It would be in vain to attempt to give an idea of the concourse on the race-ground, we will simply state that it was "prodigious, " and that both the stand and enclosure were so densely crowded as to materially interrupt the transaction of business'. From "Illustrated London News", 1850
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This print depicts the bustling scene at Doncaster Race-Course during the 1850 St. Leger meeting in South Yorkshire, England. The influx of spectators was unprecedented, with the streets around the racecourse almost impassable due to the sheer number of people. The betting rooms were particularly popular, drawing large crowds that made entering them a formidable challenge. However, business thrived in spite of the crowds, as the excitement of the day was palpable. The grandstand and enclosure were densely packed with people, creating a scene of extraordinary energy and vitality. Horses and jockeys, dressed in their colorful silks, are seen preparing for the race, while horsemen and spectators alike are caught in moments of animated cheering. The trees and plants in the background add a touch of nature to the scene, providing a welcome contrast to the chaotic activity below. This engraving was published in the Illustrated London News in 1850, offering a glimpse into the grand tradition of horse racing in Victorian Britain. The print captures the essence of a day out at the races, a popular pastime for the masses, and a testament to the enduring appeal of this quintessentially British sport.
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