Lawford Collection

Some English lawn tennis players
A group of English tennis players. From left at top: E. d S. H. Browne, Rev. J. T. Hartley (Wimbledon Champion 1879, 1880), C. W. Grinstead, Miss Maud Watson (Lady Champion, 1884), H. F

Wimbledon / Semi-Final 81
Lawford versus Renshaw in the fifth round of the all-comers match at the Lawn Tennis Championship at Wimbledon

Lawn Tennis Championship at Wimbledon 1887
A page of vignettes from the 1887 Wimbledon Championships in London SW19 including the champion H.F. Lawford, E. Renshaw, C.Cole and that years ladies winner taking centre page, Miss Lottie Dod

British Commission To U.S. - Gen. V.A. Lawford, Left, And Admiral Fletcher, U.S.N. 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
British Commission To U.S. - Gen. V.A. Lawford, Left, And Admiral Fletcher, U.S.N. 1917

Peter Lawford, English actor based in the USA Date: 1951

Photograph of White Lion PH, Church Lawford, Warwickshire. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub

Miss Billie Lawford, daughter of Lady Gertrude Lawford, pictured in The Bystander at the time of her engagement to Kenneth Baird. Date: 1924

Cartoon, Lord Coleridge, A Good Judge, Too
Cartoon, What! Again, Lord Coleridge? A Good Judge, Too. John Duke Coleridge, 1st Baron Coleridge (1820-1894), British lawyer, judge, and Lord Chief Justice of England

Ticket, Banks Cricket Club Dinner, Bell Hotel, Leicester. 1892

Somerset TA4 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Somerset TA4 4

Tendring CO11 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Tendring CO11 2

Triumph of CH Lawford competing in the MCC Sporting Trial, 1930. Artist: Bill Brunell
Triumph 832 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. HX1511. Event Entry No: 51 Driver: Lawford, C.H. Award: Bronze. Place: M.C.C. Sporting Trial. Date: 25.10.30

Triumph saloon of CH Lawford competing in the MCC Exeter Trial, 1930. Artist: Bill Brunell
Triumph Saloon 1930 832 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. HX1511. Event Entry No: 106 Driver: Lawford, C.H. Award: Silver. Place: M.C.C. Exeter Trial. Date: 26/27.12.30

de Havilland DH4A, G-EAJC, of Aircraft Transport and Tra?
de Havilland DH4A, G-EAJC, of Aircraft Transport and Travel Ltd. On 25 August 1919 Lt E.H. (Bill) Lawford flew the first commercial passenger service in this aircraft

Mr Lawford

Somerset Farmstead
Lawford Farm, a charming thatched farmhouse, standing amidst the hills of the Lower Quantocks, at Crowcombe, Somerset, England. Date: 1930s

Eden Park. Kent
Cattle graze in the grounds of Eden Parkk, Kent, the seat of Edward Lawford esquire

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Lawford, a name that resonates with English history and achievements across various fields. From the world of sports to entertainment, this name has left an indelible mark. In the realm of lawn tennis, Lawford is synonymous with excellence. The prowess displayed by these English players at Wimbledon in 1887 was nothing short of remarkable. Their skills on the court captivated audiences as they battled their way through the semi-finals, leaving spectators in awe. Beyond sports, Lawford extends its influence into the realm of acting. Peter Lawford, an esteemed English actor, graced both stage and screen with his undeniable talent. His performances were captivating and left a lasting impression on audiences worldwide. The Lawford legacy also encompasses places that bear its name. A photograph captures the charming White Lion PH in Church Lawford, Warwickshire – a place steeped in history and beauty. Miss Billie Lawford adds her own touch to this narrative; her presence adding grace and elegance to any occasion she attends. Even cartoons pay homage to this illustrious surname. Lord Coleridge is depicted as "A Good Judge" – highlighting not only his wisdom but also his association with the distinguished lineage of Lawfords. Tickets tell stories too – like those from Banks Cricket Club Dinner at Bell Hotel in Leicester where memories were made over good food and camaraderie shared among friends. Maps take us on journeys through Somerset TA4 4 and Tendring CO11 2 - places where perhaps more tales await discovery under the banner of Lawford's rich heritage. Finally, we celebrate triumphs achieved by CH Lawford competing in MCC Sporting Trial and Exeter Trial during 1930 – showcasing resilience and determination against all odds. These victories are immortalized through artistry by Bill Brunell's brushstrokes capturing moments frozen in time forevermore. Lawford: a name intertwined with achievement across generations.