Home > Animals > Fishes > B > Black Bass
The gypsies are leaving their hundred year old settlement on Hurtwood Hill in Surrey
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from TopFoto
The gypsies are leaving their hundred year old settlement on Hurtwood Hill in Surrey
The gypsies are leaving their hundred year old settlement on Hurtwood Hill in Surrey. They lived in huts, caravans and benders ( huts with branches bent over and covered with sacks ) - but now they are forsaking their picturesque homes and many of them are moving into corrugated iron bungalows at West Walton provided by the Surrey Council as alternative accomodation.
In their new homes, the gypsies will discard their Romany customs and follow the ways of civilisation.
Photo shows; A gypsy family bringing logs to make bass brooms outside their bender at the Hurtwood Hill encampment.
11 January 1934
30s, 30 s, 1930s, 1930 s, thirties, nineteen thirties Travellers Romany Gypsy Gipsy gypsies Roma. social history
TopFoto independent historic photographs and images all subjects and eras
Media ID 11420380
© TopFoto.co.uk
Boys Camp Children Family Fire Girl Gypsy Path Press Press Photography Romany Surrey Travellers Woods Working Logs Makeshift Planet News Settlement
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Fishes
> B
> Black Bass
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> Surrey
> Related Images
> TopFoto
> Inspired by Ewan MacColl
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a significant moment in history - the departure of the gypsies from their century-old settlement on Hurtwood Hill in Surrey. For years, these resilient individuals have called huts, caravans, and benders (sacks-covered huts made with bent branches) their picturesque homes. However, change is now upon them as they embrace alternative accommodation provided by the Surrey Council - corrugated iron bungalows at West Walton. In this poignant image, a gypsy family can be seen carrying logs to make bass brooms outside their humble bender at the Hurtwood Hill encampment. The scene exudes both nostalgia and anticipation for what lies ahead. As they bid farewell to their Romany customs, these families are embarking on a new chapter where they will adopt the ways of civilization. The photograph transports us back to January 11th, 1934 - an era defined by its unique charm and resilience between two world wars. It offers a glimpse into social history while showcasing the spirit of travel and makeshift living that characterized this community. Through this lens capturing children playing amidst woods filled with smoke from crackling fires, boys diligently working alongside women balancing logs on paths leading away from familiar territory; we witness not just a physical relocation but also an emotional journey towards progress. This remarkable piece of European photography serves as a testament to human adaptability and reminds us of our ever-evolving society's ability to transform lives while preserving memories for generations to come.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
