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Thirza Pidgeon’s 1937 World Tour – 22 June: Royal Garden Party

Tuesday, 22 June 1937

Lovely day, stayed in all the morning, getting ready for the Royal Garden Party. 18 went from this hotel [St Margaret’s], caused quite a sensation in the street waiting for the taxi’s. My dress looked very nice. A wonderful party, the King shook hands with me. The Queen looked charming & Queen Mary always in white. The biggest garden party Royalty had ever given, 10,000 guests. Saw quite a number that I knew.  The entrance all carpeted in deep rose pink & gold. Very beautiful. Mrs & Mrs Spriggins called at night also Mrs Webb & Cantor. Had 12 people in the bedroom for supper – late night.

On the steps of St Margaret's Hotel about to head off for the Royal Garden Party. At back are Molly and Dot Hall, in front from L-R, possibly Mrs McCabe, Mrs Everett and Thirza Pidgeon
On the steps of St Margaret’s Hotel about to head off for the Royal Garden Party. At back are Molly and Dot Hall, in front from L-R, possibly Mrs McCabe, Mrs Everett and Thirza Pidgeon

 

Invitation to an Afternoon Party at Buckingham Palace, 22 June 1

Invitation to an Afternoon Party at Buckingham Palace, 22 June 1

Invitation to an Afternoon Party at Buckingham Palace, 22 June 1

Entrance to 26 Bedford Place, formerly St Margaret's Hotel (Mar 2013)
Entrance to 26 Bedford Place, formerly St Margaret’s Hotel (Mar 2013)

 

 

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