Dining at the Dogs, 1932
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Dining at the Dogs, 1932
A new club at the White City, where people could dine and watch the greyhound racing at the same time. A very popular pastime during the 1930s, society figures such as Lord and Lady Chesham, Lord and Lady Loch, the Countess of Drogheda and Miss Barbara Cartland were all regular attendees
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Dining at the Dogs, 1932: A Glamorous Pastime of the 1930s at White City's New Greyhound Racing and Dining Club This photograph takes us back in time to the roaring 1930s, where the thrill of greyhound racing and the elegance of fine dining came together at London's White City. The image showcases the newly opened Dining at the Dogs club, where society figures and high-class patrons, including Lord and Lady Chesham, Lord and Lady Loch, the Countess of Drogheda, and the renowned author Miss Barbara Cartland, gathered to enjoy an unforgettable experience. The photograph reveals a bustling scene of excitement and luxury. The grandstand, adorned with elegant decorations and banners, stands proudly in the background, while the greyhound track stretches out before it. In the foreground, a group of glamorously dressed women and men sit comfortably at their tables, their eyes fixed on the race unfolding before them. The air is filled with the tantalizing aroma of delicious food, as waiters move gracefully between the tables, serving savory dishes to the attentive diners. The Dining at the Dogs club was a popular pastime during the 1930s, offering an unique blend of sport and fine dining. The combination of the thrill of the race and the sophistication of the dining experience proved to be an irresistible attraction for the city's elite. The photograph captures the essence of this era, providing a glimpse into a time when the excitement of the racetrack and the elegance of dining came together to create an unforgettable experience. As we admire this historical image, we are transported back to a time when the roar of the greyhounds and the clinking of champagne glasses filled the air, and the allure of the Dining at the Dogs club drew in the city's most fashionable and affluent patrons.
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