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A revival of a five hundred year old custom took place at Olney. Bucks
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A revival of a five hundred year old custom took place at Olney. Bucks
A revival of a five hundred year old custom took place at Olney. Bucks. To-day when housewives took part in the traditional Pancake Day Race. Starting at the Parish Pump in the Town Square the competitors had to run a quarter of a mile to the Parish Church, " Tossing " their pancakes en route. The reward for the winner was a kiss from Verger W.K. Mynard, the bellringer, who started the race. All the competitors and many hundreds of townspeople who watched the race were welcomed by the Vicar the Rev. R.C. Collins and afterwards joined in a short service in the Parish Church. February 1948 P005079
WATFORD
Mirrorpix
Media ID 21331505
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A Glimpse into Olney's Timeless Tradition - The Pancake Day Race Revival
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. In this print from February 1948, we are transported back in time to witness the revival of a remarkable five hundred-year-old custom in Olney, Bucks. Housewives eagerly participate in the beloved Pancake Day Race, rekindling the spirit of an age-old tradition. Gathering at the Parish Pump in the Town Square, these spirited competitors embark on a thrilling quarter-mile dash towards the Parish Church while skillfully "tossing" their pancakes along the way. The stakes are high as they vie for victory and a coveted reward awaits the winner - a kiss from Verger W. K. Mynard, also known as the bellringer who initiated this exhilarating race. As hundreds of townspeople cheer them on with infectious enthusiasm, all eyes turn to capture this momentous event that has stood against time. Following their energetic display of athleticism and pancake-flipping finesse, both participants and spectators find solace within the hallowed walls of Olney's Parish Church. Welcomed by Reverend R. C. Collins himself, they unite for a brief yet meaningful service that further strengthens their bond with tradition and community. This evocative photograph encapsulates not only an extraordinary snapshot from yesteryears but also serves as a testament to our enduring human connection with customs passed down through generations.
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