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Oasthouses at Whitbreads Hop Gardens, Paddock Wood, Kent
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Oasthouses at Whitbreads Hop Gardens, Paddock Wood, Kent
Oasthouses at Whitbreads Hop Gardens, Paddock Wood, Kent. Date: circa 1930s
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of the hop industry in Kent, England during the 1930s, specifically at Whitbreads Hop Gardens in Paddock Wood. The image showcases a row of traditional oasthouses, their distinctive conical roofs designed for drying hops, a crucial step in the brewing process. The hops, once dried, would be transported to the brewery for use in producing beer. The scene is bustling with activity, as horse-drawn carts and wagons laden with sacks of freshly harvested hops make their way through the gardens. The horses appear strong and well-fed, their coats glistening in the sunlight. In the background, more oasthouses can be seen, their doors open to reveal the drying hops within. The atmosphere is one of industry and hard work, yet there is a sense of community and tradition that permeates the scene. The people working in the gardens, dressed in their practical clothing, move purposefully between the rows of hop vines, tending to the crops and ensuring a bountiful harvest. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, a time when agriculture and the brewing industry were intricately linked, and the hop gardens of Kent were a vital part of the region's economy and identity. The image is a testament to the rich history of hop farming and brewing in the county, a history that continues to be celebrated and cherished today.
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