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Ready for a scavenger hunt? We want to see your modern (or retro) equivalents of these bank holiday essentials from the 1800s.

A sunny day needs frozen treats, and what better than this Mrs Marshall’s ice cream maker? Share a photo if you’ve got one similar hidden away. A 'Mrs Marshall's' ice crea...
How about some jelly for that ice cream? This lion mould would be a roaring success. Let’s see what you’ve got in your cupboard. A tin plated copper jelly m...
Time to think about a picnic, this Japanese nesting box will hold all the essentials. Dig out your best picnic sets to share with us. Picnic nesting book made ou...
Fingers crossed for sunshine, here’s a parasol for some welcome shade. Post a photo of your modern cooling system below. A brown parasol with tassel...
Best to prepare for rain, a game of cribbage will keep us entertained. Show us your favourite games for when the weather is a washout. A metal cribbage board.
Keep sending us your treasures, we'd love to see them. Your support helps us to care for these antique gems that give us a glimpse into summers gone by. A late 19th century navy bl...

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