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Open the door to Victorian England which at the time of Charles Dickens was the center of culture for the world and where many traditions we celebrate today took shape. The architecture, customs and history of Victorian England are inherent in the Dickens' Village Series®. These distinguished and quaint buildings and accessories are an inspiration to all who make them part of their holiday traditions.
Shop Our CollectionPurchase from A RetailerThis is the 12th piece and final piece for the "Twelfth Night" series in Dickens' Village. The Corps of Drums, also known as "Drums" was originally used as signallers when entering battle. They have been part of the British military since the 16th century.
The member if the Royal Corps of Drums traditionally use the side drum as a signalling device in battle. Their distinctively coloured uniforms help to make them stand out on the battlefield.
Battersea has been looking after abandoned and unwanted animals since 1860 and is based in South West London. Each year they care for over 7,000 dogs and cats. It is one of the UK's oldest and best known animal rescue centers.
This accessory shows one of the volunteers feeding a Golden Retriever and a Border Collie who somehow found themselves to be at "Battersea, The Dogs' Home".
"Saint Pancras Old Church" is a parish church in Somers Town, Central London. It is believed to be the oldest site of Christian worship in England and may date back to the 1500s
With great respect for the gravestones that needed to be moved when the graveyard was renovated, they were placed in a circular pattern around the tree where they were allowed to create an interesting landmark over the years.
The Cotswolds is a beautiful rural area west and south of London filled with rolling hills and quaint architecture. The greengrocer is a British and Australian term used to describe a retailer where mainly fruits and vegetables are sold.
The Greengrocer shopkeeper shows a variety of her fresh produce that is available for sale at the local "Cotswold Greengrocer."
This friendly drinking establishment is located just on the edge of the Thames River where the outside steps lead down to the water. It is a local gathering place for salty seamen and and local street vendors.
In the 19th century, fishermen used nets to catch fish in large quantities so keeping the nets in good repair was an essential part of the fishing industry.
As part of the second oldest university in the English speaking world, the Radcliffe Camera, is a focal point at Oxford University, in Oxford, England. The name "Camera" comes from the Latin, "room."
Both professors and student at Oxford still wear the traditional academic dress on campus. These robes are earned when the student formally become a member of the university.
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