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Croquet on the lawn GRE03_01_052
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Croquet on the lawn GRE03_01_052
The Raikes, Raikes Lane, Great Lever, Bolton, Greater Manchester. The exterior of The Raikes with two children playing croquet on the front lawn. Photographed between 1860 and 1874.
Believed to be the house marked as Raikes at NGR SD on O.S. 1:2500 mapping of 1929. It had been demolished by O.S. survey of 1937
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Childhood House Play Recreation Sport Victorian Middle Class
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This print captures a slice of Victorian childhood in the heart of Great Lever, Bolton. The image showcases the elegant exterior of The Raikes, a now-demolished house that once stood proudly on Raikes Lane. Against this picturesque backdrop, two children can be seen engrossed in a game of croquet on the lush front lawn. The photograph was taken between 1860 and 1874, offering us a glimpse into an era when outdoor play and recreation were cherished by the middle class. Croquet, with its refined rules and strategic gameplay, was particularly popular during this time. Although The Raikes is no longer standing today, it lives on through this remarkable snapshot from history. It is believed that the house marked as "Raikes" at NGR SD7307207937 on O. S. 1:2500 mapping of 1929 corresponds to the location captured in this image. Preserved by Historic England Archive, this print not only celebrates an enchanting moment frozen in time but also serves as a testament to the enduring allure of childhood play and sport. As we gaze upon these young players absorbed in their game, we are reminded of simpler times filled with laughter and joy.
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