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Stirrup cup before hunt sets off, St Just, Cornwall
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Stirrup cup before hunt sets off, St Just, Cornwall
Stirrup cup before the hunt sets off from outside the Kings Arms at St Just, Cornwall. The man with the tray is " Jethro" (Geoff Rowe), landlord of the pub. Date: 1970s
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of a bygone era in the quaint town of St Just, Cornwall, during the 1970s. The scene unfolds before the hunt sets off, with a group of huntsmen and horses gathered outside the historic Kings Arms pub. At the center of the image, Jethro (Geoff Rowe), the landlord of the pub, offers a stirrup cup to one of the riders. The traditional drink, typically made of sherry or brandy, was given to huntsmen to steady their nerves before mounting their horses for the chase. The huntsmen, dressed in their distinctive tweed jackets, hats, and boots, exude a sense of camaraderie and anticipation. Their horses, with their gleaming coats and expressive eyes, are a testament to their training and readiness for the hunt. The pub's red-brick facade and the cobblestone street add to the rustic charm of the scene. This photograph transports us back to a time when community and tradition played a significant role in rural life. The stirrup cup ceremony was an essential part of the hunting culture in Cornwall and other parts of the UK, and this image offers a glimpse into that rich heritage. The photograph's warm, natural lighting and the authentic expressions of the people and horses make it a captivating and timeless piece.
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