Ranelagh Gardens
Britishplural noun
Etymology
Origin of Ranelagh Gardens
named after the Earl of Ranelagh , in whose grounds they were sited
Example Sentences
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"I have never been at Ranelagh Gardens since they were opened," is his confession to a friend.
From Inns and Taverns of Old London by Shelley, Henry C. (Henry Charles)
Two nights ago Ranelagh Gardens were opened at Chelsea.
From Chelsea The Fascination of London by Besant, Walter, Sir
The Ranelagh Gardens, which John Jones opened in New York, in June, 1765, and the Vauxhall Gardens, opened by Mr. Samuel Francis, in June, 1769, were planned more or less after their English prototypes.
From Chapters of Opera Being historical and critical observations and records concerning the lyric drama in New York from its earliest days down to the present time by Krehbiel, Henry Edward
The most distinguished of them was perhaps Felice de Giardini, who, at the age of fourscore, produced an oratorio at Ranelagh Gardens, and even played a concerto.
From Haydn by Hadden, J. Cuthbert (James Cuthbert)
Two nights ago Ranelagh Gardens were opened at Chelsea; the prince, princess, duke, much nobility, and much mob besides were there.
From Inns and Taverns of Old London by Shelley, Henry C. (Henry Charles)
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