Farm Labourers at Ham Hill Poem

Poem from the 14th Annual Gathering of Farm Labourers at Ham Hill in 1885

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Come to the frying pan, make no delay, on the happy and glorious 25th of May.
The franchise is gained, and the share will obtain, of the fat of the land, and the bright
golden grain. No more to be brought before Parsons and Squires, for cutting our fritters
to make up our fires, or for hunting wild rabbits, that poach on the land, or because for
our freedom we are making a stand.
We have started on tenitially, and it's quite long enough now, and must have a fair
weight for the sweat of our brow. So come on my hearty, straight up to Ham Hill, three
cheers for our freedom, with lusty goodwill.

Last reviewed: March 24, 2026 by Louise

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