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Opening of the Anglesey Hunt
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Opening of the Anglesey Hunt
An opening custom of the Anglesey Hunt, whereby hot coppers or small change (heated in a bucket by the fire) are thrown from the balcony of the Bulkeley Arms Hotel following the hunt ball, for the villagers to scramble for below. The Anglesey Hunt claims to be the oldest hunt in Britain
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A Traditional Charitable Custom: The Opening of the Anglesey Hunt, 1909 This evocative photograph captures a unique and time-honored tradition of the Anglesey Hunt, an esteemed hunting organization in Wales, which dates back to the early 1600s, making it the oldest hunt in Britain. In this image, taken in 1909, we witness the "opening" custom, where hot coppers or small change are thrown from the balcony of the Bulkeley Arms Hotel following the hunt ball. The upper classes, elegantly dressed in Edwardian attire, gather on the balcony, their striped awning providing a striking contrast to the dark night sky. Below, an eager crowd of villagers, both men and women, gather, anticipating the moment when the heated coppers or small change, collected in a bucket and warmed by the fire, would be thrown down to them. This charitable custom, although seemingly demeaning to some, was a cherished tradition that brought the community together. The historical significance of this event is evident in the image, with the Bulkeley Arms Hotel, a landmark in the town, standing proudly in the background. The fire and bucket, essential elements of the tradition, add to the scene's warmth and charm. The moment of the coppers being thrown, not depicted in the photograph, would have been met with a frenzy of activity as the villagers scrambled to collect as much as they could. This photograph serves as a reminder of the rich history and traditions that continue to shape the Anglesey Hunt and the community it serves. The custom, although perhaps less common today, remains a testament to the generosity and camaraderie that has been a part of the organization for centuries.
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