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Knutsford, Cheshire, Royal May Day Festival 1902
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Knutsford, Cheshire, Royal May Day Festival 1902
May Day Festival in Knutsford, Cheshire town, taking place every year, were children dress-up in costumes, shepherdesses, milkmaids and folkloric figures like Robin Hood, Little John and Maid Marion. To celebrate the event the crowning of the years May Day Queen, pageant, which was given a garland of flowers at the Maypole.
1902
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This enchanting photograph captures the magic of the Royal May Day Festival in the picturesque town of Knutsford, Cheshire, in the early 20th century. The annual event, steeped in pagan traditions, brings the community together in a celebration of spring and the coming of summer. Children dressed in elaborate costumes, including shepherdesses, milkmaids, and folkloric figures like Robin Hood, Little John, and Maid Marion, parade through the town. The highlight of the day is the crowning of the May Day Queen, who is given a beautiful garland of flowers at the Maypole. The Edwardian-era white dresses of the girls and the boys in their traditional clothing add to the charm of this scene. The custom of May Day celebrations in Knutsford dates back centuries, making it an important part of the town's rich cultural heritage. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when community spirit and tradition were at the heart of local celebrations.
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