Shrove Collection

Olney Pancake Race
SHROVE TUESDAY The starter line for the Olney pancake race which has been held in the village for over 500 years. Any Olney woman over 18 can compete

Shrove Tuesday Football Match, Kingston-Upon-Thames, 1846
Engraving showing the traditional game of football, played on Shrove Tuesday, in the marketplace of Kingston-Upon-Thames. This match was played between the Thames-Street Club and the Townsend team

Pancake Race / Olney
SHROVE TUESDAY The starter line for the Olney pancake race, 1951, which has been held in the village for over 500 years. Any Olney woman over 18 can compete. Date: 1951

Shrove Tuesday Football
A traditional game of football played on Shrove Tuesday in the streets of Kingston-upon- Thames, between teams named Townsend and the Thames- Street Club

Tossing the pancake, Shrove Tuesday, Westminster School
Tossing the pancake on Shrove Tuesday at Westminster School, London. 19th century

The Gilles are the oldest and principal participants in the Carnival of Binche in Belgium. They go out on Shrove Tuesday from 4 am until late hours and dance to traditional songs

Ancient Revels, Shrovetide (engraving)
1616355 Ancient Revels, Shrovetide (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Revels, Shrovetide)

Oastler speech in Huddersfield 1844
Radical politician Richard Oastler (1789-1861) addresses the populace of Huddersfield on Shrove Tuesday 1841 following his release from prison. Date: 20 February 1844

Egg Shackling
ENGLAND: EGG SHACKLING, STOKE ST GREGORY, SOMERSET. On Shrove Tuesday children take an egg to school. These are gently shaken in a sieve until the strongest shelled egg remains

Shrove Beach, Inishowen, County Donegal, Ireland

Shrove-tide, 1916 (w / c & gouache on paper)
BAL234907 Shrove-tide, 1916 (w/c & gouache on paper) by Kustodiev, Boris Mikhailovich (1878-1927); 50x42 cm; Art Museum of Ryasan, Russia; Russian, out of copyright

February: Shrove Tuesday, print maker: Anonymous, Crispijn van de Passe I, Maerten de Vos, 1574 - 1687

February, Pieter van der Borcht (I), 1545 - 1608

Shrove, Balthazar van den Bos, Marten van Cleve (I), 1528 - 1580

Pancake Day at Westminster School
Pancake Day (Shrove Tuesday) at Westminster School -- the pancake is tossed, and the boys compete to get the largest portion, the winner receiving a guinea

Pancake Day Cooking
Les Crepes du Mardi-Gras are as traditional as Shrove Tuesday pancakes in England

Oastler speech in Huddersfield 1844
Radical politician Richard Oastler (1789-1861) addresses the populace of Huddersfield on Shrove Tuesday 1841 following his release from prison

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"Shrove: A Celebration of Tradition and Fun" Every year, the town of Olney comes alive with excitement as locals gather for the famous Pancake Race on Shrove Tuesday. Participants dash through the streets, flipping pancakes in a race against time. It's a true test of skill and agility. But Olney isn't the only place where Shrove Tuesday is celebrated in unique ways. In Kingston-Upon-Thames back in 1846, a thrilling football match took place to mark this special day. The game was intense, filled with passion and camaraderie. Across Westminster School, students engage in the age-old tradition of tossing pancakes high into the air. Laughter fills the air as they try to catch them without dropping any – a challenge that requires both precision and quick reflexes. The Gilles take center stage during Shrovetide celebrations. These colorful characters parade through towns across Europe, wearing vibrant costumes and masks that date back centuries. Their lively dances bring joy to all who witness their performance. In Huddersfield in 1844, an inspiring speech by Oastler highlighted the importance of community during this festive season. His words resonated with many, reminding everyone about unity and compassion. On Shrove Beach in County Donegal, Ireland, families come together for Egg Shackling – a delightful activity where eggs are paired up for friendly competitions such as egg rolling or egg tapping. It's all about having fun while celebrating traditions. Through art like "Shrove-tide" from 1916 or prints by Crispijn van de Passe I and Maerten de Vos depicting February festivities throughout history; we can glimpse into how people have long cherished these customs. Shrove Tuesday is more than just indulging before Lent begins; it's about embracing heritage and creating lasting memories with loved ones.