Wolseley Collection

LCC-LFB Dockhead fire station, Bermondsey
Built by the London County Council (LCC) and opened in 1928, Dockhead fire station replaced two older Bermondsey fire stations that were closed down

Wolseley car advertisement
Advertisment for Wolseley Motors Limited featuring an illustration of a woman driving a Wolseley Hornet Mk.II with 998 cc OHV engine and extra powerful brakes

Peacock Inn, Rowsley, Derbyshire
Peacock Inn, Rowsley, Matlock, near Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England. Showing Wolseley Vintage Car Date: 1910s

LFDCA-LFB Dockhead fire station, Bermondsey
Opened in 1928, Dockhead fire station became the setting for the fictitious Blackwall fire station in the popular television series Londons Burning

Wolseley 1937
The distinctive radiator grille of the Wolseley - the car without a doubt, the advertising copywriter claims, whatever that means

Victoria Cross Gallery & Fire Station, Market Place, Oxfords
Victoria Cross Gallery & Fire Station, Market Place, Wantage, near Grove, Oxfordshire, England. Showing Bear Hotel & Fire Station and Wolseley 15 Vintage Car Date: 1920s

Wolseley Wasp
The Wolseley Wasp is a 10 hp family car : the de luxe saloon will set you back only L178 and ten shillings. Date: 1936

Zulu / Surrender 1879
The end of the Zulu War - the surrender of native chiefs to Sir G. Wolseley. They sit together on the plains and hold a peace conference

The Zulu war. Sir Garnet Wolseleys camp at Ulundi. Zulus co
Following the Zulu defeat at Ulundi, Zulu capital and place of their ancestors, Garnet Wolseley took command of the British army from Lord Chelmsford

Chelsea Follies Revue by Archibald de Bear and R. Arkell
Chelsea Follies Revue devised by Archibald de Bear (1882 - 1959) and Reginald Arkell (1889 - 1962). Presented by R.H. Gillespie with music by Wolseley Charles (1889 - 1962)

Wolseley Hornet Special

Autocar Poster -- Gordon Bennett race
Autocar Poster -- Thery driving a Richard-Brasier car to win the Gordon Bennett race for France. Seen here after overtaking a Wolseley Beetle driven by Cs Rolls for the British team. Date: 1905

Traffic Accident Group
A Metropolitan Police Traffic Accident Group, consisting of two Triumph motorcycles and one Wolseley 6/110 motor car, fitted with radio transmitter and loudspeaker

Sudan Wars: Tel-El-Kebir
BATTLE OF TEL-EL-KEBIR Wolseley defeats Arabi Pashas army decisively, quashing the revolt : henceforward Egypt will be under British rule

Wolseley Hornet of Miss P Goodban, North West London Motor Club London-Gloucester Trial, 1932
Wolseley Hornet 1931 1271 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. JD1953. Event Entry No: 75 Driver: Goodban, Miss. P. Award: Silver Cup. Place: N.W.L.M.C. London-Gloucester. Date: 10.12.32

Field Marshal Garnet Joseph Wolseley, 1st Viscount Wolseley, 1833 - 1913. Anglo-Irish officer in the British Army
955270 Field Marshal Garnet Joseph Wolseley, 1st Viscount Wolseley, 1833 - 1913. Anglo-Irish officer in the British Army. From Edward VII His Life and Times, published 1910.; Private Collection.

The Lord Mayor of Birmingham inspecting a fleet of new A. R. P
The Lord Mayor of Birmingham inspecting a fleet of new A.R.P. ambulances at the Municipal Car Park Depot with Councillor N Tiptaft (Chairman of the A.R.P. committee and Mr V Hamilton (Chief A.R.P)

Tamworth B77 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Tamworth B77 2

1961 Wolseley Hornet (courtesy B. M. I. H. T). Creator: Unknown
1961 Wolseley Hornet (courtesy B.M.I.H.T)

The Ashanti Expedition, 1873-74: Sir Garnet Wolseley entering Kumasi, February 4, 1874, (1901). General Sir Garnet Wolseley (1833-1914) led the British campaign against the forces of Kofi Karikari

Izmes two 150 hp engines, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Izmes two 150 hp engines, 1913. Izme was built for Albert Vickers to take part in the British International Trophy (Harmsworth Trophy) event held at Osborne Bay in September 1913

Wolseley 4-50
Wolseley 4/50 Date: circa 1960

Wolseley veteran car advertisement, early 1900s Date: circa 1900s

Charles Rolls 80 HP Mors and Lieut. Mansfield Smith-Cummings 50 HP Wolseley veteran cars, early 1900s Date: circa 1900s

Wolseley Workers in solarium
Wolseley Workers, women being treated with sun rays in the works ultraviolet solarium, wearing swim suits and goggles. The solarium was installed to counteract the lack of daylight for wartime shift

Dalgety & Company Advertisement Wolseley
An advertisement illustration for Dalgety & Company, showing a shiny blue model of a Wolseley motor car. A car of extreme refinement, combining beauty with utility. Date: circa 1923

Dalgety Wolseley Ten Advertisement
An advertisement illustration showcasing The Wolseley Ten car in blue, parked in front of a decorative background, for Dalgety & Company Limited

Field Marshal Garnet Joseph Wolseley, 1st Viscount Wolseley (1833 - 1913), early successes in India and Africa were followed by appalling incompetence during the Boer War

Sir Garnet Wolseley (engraving)
1061180 Sir Garnet Wolseley (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Garnet Wolseley)

Wolseley at the start of the Gordon Bennett eliminating trials, Isle of Man, 1905

Herbert Austin behind the wheel of a Wolseley, Gordon Bennett Cup eliminating trials, 1904. Also pictured are Campbell Muir and Bianchi

Photograph of Lord Wolseley PH, Brockley, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

Jacobs Island
View of Folly ditch, Jacobs Island. Jacobs Island was a notorious slum in Bermondsey, London, in the 19th century, located on the south bank of the River Thames

Sheep Shearing By Machinery
Sheep Shearing by machinery possibly a Wolseley Shearing Machine. Hand Tinted Glass Slide Date: circa 1900

Adverts for motoring 1910
Page of three adverts for 1910 of cars. Date: 1910

Busts of the Period - Major General Wolseley
Figaro Cartoon, Busts of the Period - Major General Sir Garnet Joseph Wolseley

Wolseley Team for Isle of Man Eliminating Trials
Early Motor Car Racing - Wolseley Team for the Isle of Man Eliminating Trials, 1904. 1904

Art deco motoring
Women driving a Wolseley Super six car park at a high vantage point in order to view an aviation display. 1936

First Viscount Wolseley and George Wyndham
Ws. Field Marshal Garnet Joseph Wolseley, First Viscount Wolseley (1833-1913) issues orders to George Wyndham (1863-1913), former soldier, Politician and author. Date: 1900

Advertisement, Oetzmann and Co (engraving)
1045030 Advertisement, Oetzmann and Co (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement, Oetzmann and Co)

Motor cars, Racing cars, and cars for special purposes (b / w photo)
6013697 Motor cars, Racing cars, and cars for special purposes (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Motor cars, Racing cars)

The M6 Motorway, heading south from Manchester to Birmingham. Picture shows a lady driver in her Wolseley car staying in the fast lane for 4 miles, after overtaking a driver earlier

CM30 3899 Rodney Seber, Wolseley Hornet Special
Rodney Seber, Wolseley Hornet Special, Allcomers Scratch Race, Allcomers Handicap Race, VSCC Formula Vintage, Mallory Park, Leicestershire, England, 23rd August 2020

Bary Hill - 1904
Looking like a soap-box cerby, Charles Jarrott pilots his Wolseley down Bray Hill in the Gordon Bennett eliminating trials

1902 Wolseley 4 cylinder. Creator: Unknown
1902 Wolseley 4 cylinder

Herbert Austin (left) on 1897 Wolseley Tricar. Creator: Unknown
Herbert Austin (left) on 1897 Wolseley Tricar

1953 Wolseley 6-80 at Goodwood. Creator: Unknown
1953 Wolseley 6-80 at Goodwood

1975 Wolseley 18 / 22 (courtesy B. M. I. H. T. ). Creator: Unknown
1975 Wolseley 18/22 (courtesy B.M.I.H.T.)

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"Wolseley: A Legacy of Power, Prestige, and Heroism" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating history of Wolseley. From its humble beginnings to becoming a symbol of elegance and strength, this iconic brand has left an indelible mark on various aspects of society. At the LCC-LFB Dockhead fire station in Bermondsey, the Wolseley car advertisement proudly adorned the walls, showcasing its reliability even in times of crisis. The Victoria Cross Gallery & Fire Station at Market Place, Oxfords also paid homage to this remarkable vehicle that served as a trusted companion during emergencies. In 1937, the world witnessed the unveiling of the magnificent Wolseley 1937 model - a true masterpiece that combined sophistication with cutting-edge technology. Its sleek design turned heads wherever it went, leaving admirers yearning for their own piece of automotive excellence. But Wolseley's influence extended beyond mere transportation. In historical events like "The Zulu War, " Sir Garnet Wolseley's camp at Ulundi became synonymous with bravery and resilience. As Zulus clashed against British forces, they couldn't help but admire their worthy opponent's tenacity. Not only did Wolseley excel on battlefields; it also dominated racing circuits. The powerful Wolseley Hornet Special roared through tracks like Chelsea Follies Revue by Archibald de Bear and R. Arkell with unmatched speed and precision. It was a sight to behold as spectators marveled at its prowess. Even motorsport enthusiasts couldn't resist being captivated by Miss P Goodban's North West London Motor Club London-Gloucester Trial performance in her trusty Wolseley Hornet from 1932. This daring display showcased both driver skill and vehicle durability – qualities that defined every aspect of the brand. And let us not forget Autocar Poster -- Gordon Bennett race, where Wolseley's name shone brightly among the fierce competition.