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An Ancient Druidal ceremony was revived at Tower Hill, London today after a lapse of 162
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An Ancient Druidal ceremony was revived at Tower Hill, London today after a lapse of 162
An Ancient Druidal ceremony was revived at Tower Hill, London today after a lapse of 162 years. The ceremony was held to mark the agricultural season and to bless the ground. The druids were dressed in white robes and performed a miniature Stonehenge ritual. One girl, Miss. Mary Newton was a goddess representing the Earth. Miss. Mary Newton aged 20, dressed as a goddess representing the Earth, photographed during the ceremony with the horn of plenty from which she drank wine. March 1956 P004983
WATFORD
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
Media ID 21270680
© Mirrorpix
Ceremonial Attire Ceremony Druids
Reviving Ancient Druidal Ceremony - A Glimpse into London's Past
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this print from March 1956, we witness the revival of an ancient Druidal ceremony at Tower Hill in London after a remarkable hiatus of 162 years. The purpose behind this enchanting event was to commemorate the agricultural season and bestow blessings upon the fertile land. Dressed in ethereal white robes, a group of druids gathered to perform a miniature Stonehenge ritual, reminiscent of their ancestors' sacred practices. Among them stood Miss Mary Newton, a radiant twenty-year-old who embodied the goddess representing Mother Earth herself. Captured during this mesmerizing ceremony is Miss Newton gracefully holding the horn of plenty, symbolizing abundance and prosperity. With elegance and poise, she sips wine from its divine vessel—an act that connects her with nature's bountiful gifts. This photograph not only offers us a glimpse into an age-old tradition but also serves as a testament to our human desire for connection with our roots. It reminds us that even amidst modernity's rapid pace, there are moments when we yearn for ancient rituals that honor our shared history and celebrate nature's enduring beauty. Preserved by Mirrorpix through Memory Lane Prints, this image transports us back to an era where ceremonial attire held deep significance and religious devotion thrived. Let it serve as a reminder that traditions can be revived and cherished anew—bridging gaps between generations while honoring our collective heritage.
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