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18 Oct 07 - 04:05 PM (#2173921) Subject: Folklore: Fairlope Oak Festival From: Fidjit Whilst reading through the book of days Notably on my birthday. I came over this old festival of Bacon and Beans. Anyone know if it's still going on? First Friday of July somewhere around Hainought Forrest. Chas |
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19 Oct 07 - 06:25 AM (#2174316) Subject: RE: Folklore: Fairlope Oak Festival From: severed-head It seems the festival died out (sadly) early in the 20th century. Small parts of Hainault Forest remain and it's a lovely place for walks. There's very little happening in the way of traditional music, song, dancing, etc. in the general area. A young oak tree was planted to commemorate the great Fairlop Oak at Fullwell Cross.More information if you're interested: http://www.hainaultforest.co.uk/3Fairlop%20Fair.htm http://www.british-history.ac.uk/report.aspx?compid=42724 Garry |
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19 Oct 07 - 06:31 AM (#2174321) Subject: RE: Folklore: Fairlope Oak Festival From: Fidjit Oh thanks. I lived for many years - throughout WW2 and the 50's at Woodford Green. - I know Hainaught. Shouldn't think there are many trees left in that area. Nice to know they have a park. Pity about the cowboys breakfast feast. Should be revived. Chas |
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19 Oct 07 - 06:39 AM (#2174325) Subject: RE: Folklore: Fairlope Oak Festival From: Fidjit In 1839 The Religious Tract Society counted 108 drinking booths and 72 gaming tables. Over 200,000 were attending, and Pea and Thimble riggers operated together with pickpockets and horse stealers. Revival required? Chas |
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19 Oct 07 - 07:01 AM (#2174340) Subject: RE: Folklore: Fairlope Oak Festival From: severed-head I have Pea and Thimbles ready for action. Garry |
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19 Oct 07 - 07:28 AM (#2174364) Subject: RE: Folklore: Fairlope Oak Festival From: Fidjit Fagin is turning in his grave. Ya gotta pick a pocket or two. Chas |
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19 Oct 07 - 03:07 PM (#2174679) Subject: RE: Folklore: Fairlope Oak Festival From: Mrs.Duck i also lived in Woodford Green from late 50s until late 70s. Seem to remember a pub called the Fairlop Oak. |
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20 Oct 07 - 09:55 AM (#2175261) Subject: RE: Folklore: Fairlope Oak Festival From: Fidjit Oh Mrs Duck you weren't the poor lady in the wedding dress that used to sit at the bus stop every day were you? We lived in a prefab in Navestock Rd. (Now all removed) near to Highams Park lake Don't know about the pub called the Fairlop Oak. My dad used to drink at the Castle. Small world. Chas |
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21 Oct 07 - 05:56 PM (#2176034) Subject: RE: Folklore: Fairlope Oak Festival From: Mrs.Duck Know the Castle well. Went to school just a little along the road from there. |