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Every Good Friday, the road outside the Rose Cottage Inn in the village Alciston
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Every Good Friday, the road outside the Rose Cottage Inn in the village Alciston
Every Good Friday, the road outside the Rose Cottage Inn in the village Alciston, Sussex is closed for the villagers to take part in a traditional skipping contest. April 1952 C1848-001
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Alciston
East Sussex
England
Media ID 21672107
© Mirrorpix
Building Customs Easter Excercise Exterior Fitness Health Public House Pubs Skipping Skipping Rope Sussex Village Wellbeing
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This print captures a cherished tradition that takes place every Good Friday in the quaint village of Alciston, Sussex. The road outside the charming Rose Cottage Inn is closed off, as villagers gather to participate in an age-old skipping contest. Dating back to April 1952, this snapshot offers a glimpse into a bygone era. The image showcases the exterior of the inn, with men from the community eagerly engaging in this lively exercise routine. Skipping ropes are twirling through the air as participants display their agility and fitness levels. This scene not only highlights physical health but also emphasizes the importance of communal wellbeing. The customs and traditions associated with Easter come alive in this photograph, reminding us of simpler times when communities would unite for festive celebrations. The Rose Cottage Inn stands as a central hub for these gatherings, where locals can socialize and partake in friendly competitions. Memory Lane Prints has expertly preserved this nostalgic moment from history, allowing us to appreciate both its aesthetic beauty and cultural significance. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to an era where joyous festivities brought people together and fostered a sense of belonging within tight-knit villages like Alciston.
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