Flipping good pictures from the Olney Pancake Race On Shrove Tuesday every year the ladies of Olney compete in the world famous Pancake Race - an Olney tradition which dates back to 1445. Take a look through some of the best pictures from the day. Pictures by Jane Russell. 5. Olney Pancake Race 2019 Pic: Jane Russell jpimedia Buy a Photo 6. Olney Pancake Race 2019 Pic: Jane Russell jpimedia Buy a Photo 7. Olney Pancake Race 2019 Pic: Jane Russell jpimedia Buy a Photo 8. Olney Pancake Race 2019 Pic: Jane Russell jpimedia Buy a Photo View more Page 2 of 3