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Swinbrook Bridge MCF01_02_0770
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Swinbrook Bridge MCF01_02_0770
The Swan Inn, Swinbrook, Swinbrook and Widford, West Oxfordshire, Oxfordshire. A horse-drawn cart crossing the bridge beside The Swan Inn at Swinbrook
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Media ID 27396166
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1920s Corn Mill Horse Drawn Transport Public House Watermill
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This print takes us back in time to the picturesque village of Swinbrook, nestled in the heart of West Oxfordshire. The focal point of this enchanting scene is none other than the iconic Swinbrook Bridge, standing proudly as a testament to both architectural beauty and historical significance. As our gaze wanders across the image, we are immediately drawn to a horse-drawn cart gracefully making its way across the bridge. This charming mode of transport reminds us of an era long gone, where horsepower was not measured in engines but rather by the strength and elegance of these magnificent creatures. To one side stands The Swan Inn, exuding warmth and hospitality with its inviting facade. A place where locals would gather for hearty meals or perhaps share stories over pints of ale. Its presence adds a touch of character to an already idyllic setting. In the background, we catch a glimpse of a watermill and corn mill - silent witnesses to centuries-old traditions that once sustained this rural community. These structures serve as reminders that progress may have changed our world drastically since then, but their enduring presence serves as a reminder that some things remain constant amidst ever-changing times. Captured by Katherine MacFee through her lens, this photograph encapsulates not only a moment frozen in time but also preserves fragments from history's tapestry. It invites us to reflect on simpler times when life moved at a slower pace and communities thrived on simplicity and connection with nature.
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