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Cornish wrestling match, Gyllyngdune Gardens, Falmouth, Cornwall. Around 1930s
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Cornish wrestling match, Gyllyngdune Gardens, Falmouth, Cornwall. Around 1930s
A crowd watching a Cornish wrestling match in front of the Princess Pavilion. The two older men in the ring with the wrestlers are sticklers (referees). Gyllyngdune Gardens opened in 1907 with the Princess Pavilion added in 1910. From the R.A. Curtis collection. Photographer: Unknown
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TRURI : VUswt.9b
Media ID 18406518
© From the collection of the RIC
Entertainment Hats Parasol Stick Sticks Traditional Sport Wrasslin Wrestle Wrestler Cloche
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Step into the past with this print capturing a Cornish wrestling match in the scenic Gyllyngdune Gardens of Falmouth, Cornwall. Taken around the 1930s, this image showcases a lively crowd gathered in front of the iconic Princess Pavilion to witness an exhilarating display of traditional sport and entertainment. Intriguingly, two distinguished older men can be seen within the ring alongside the wrestlers, adorned with their cloche hats and holding sticks as sticklers or referees. Their presence adds an air of authority to this thrilling spectacle that has been cherished by generations. Gyllyngdune Gardens, established in 1907 and expanded with the addition of Princess Pavilion in 1910, provided an idyllic setting for such events. The lush greenery and vibrant atmosphere created a perfect backdrop for these displays of strength and skill. This remarkable photograph from the R. A. Curtis collection allows us to glimpse into a bygone era when Cornish wrestling was celebrated as both a competitive sport and a source of communal enjoyment. It captures not only the intense action between wrestlers but also highlights elements like parasols shielding spectators from sunlight during those summer matches. Immerse yourself in history through this extraordinary snapshot that encapsulates Cornwall's rich heritage while preserving memories of passionate wrestle-offs under sunny skies.
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