Mendip Hunt Meet

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Mendip Hunt Meet

A gathering of the Mendip Hunt, outside Wells Cathedral in Somerset. Date: 1925

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Crowds Foxhounds Foxhunters Foxhunting Gathering Hounds Hunt Hunters Huntsmen Marketplace Meet Meeting Mendip Nineteen Somerset Wells 1925

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This evocative photograph captures the lively atmosphere of the Mendip Hunt Meet outside Wells Cathedral in Somerset, England, in 1925. The Mendip Hunt, one of the oldest and most distinguished hunts in the country, had gathered for their annual meeting in the picturesque market town. The huntsmen, proudly dressed in their red coats and jodhpurs, mingled with local residents and visitors in the bustling marketplace, creating a vibrant scene of community and tradition. Surrounded by the grand architecture of the medieval cathedral, the hounds, or foxhounds, were tethered and barked excitedly, their keen senses alert for the scent of a fox. The crowd, a sea of hats and tweed, watched with anticipation as the huntsmen prepared for the day's hunt. The 1920s, a decade of change and progress, seemed to momentarily pause as the timeless pursuit of the fox continued. The Mendip Hunt Meet was more than just a hunting event; it was a cherished tradition that brought together people from all walks of life. The sense of camaraderie and shared experience was palpable, as the huntsmen, hounds, and crowd awaited the start of the day's chase. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when the rhythm of rural life was set by the call of the hounds and the thrill of the chase.

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