30s 30s 1930s 1930s Thirties Collection (page 2)

At the County Polo Pony Association Show at the Ranelagh Club, West London, the judges and referees. They are, from left to right; Commander PK Wise, Mr Tresham Gilbey, Colonel Matthew Lannowe

Ranelagh horse and pony show. Miss Rosalind Cubitt ( mounted ), Master Harry Cubitt and Miss Noreen Bailey. 1930

The scene during the Ladies opening cricket match at Cobham, the Cuckoos versus the Womens Cricket Association. 3 May 1934

Ranelagh farm polo club. Ubique versus Comeries House Sir Harold Wernher, Mr H P Guiness and Mr Desmond C J Miller 22 June 1932

General election. Hon Mary Pickford, MP, North Hammersmith. 9 October 1931

Ranelagh farm polo club. Mr J E Armstrong ( 4th Hussars ) and Miss H Eaton 24 June 1933

Hurlingham Ladies Polo. Misss M Rolt ( Grimsthorpe ) 1938

The Honourable Daphne Pearson poses with her fiance, Mr John Lakin. 9 August 1939

Ranelagh farm polo club. Final of the Subalterns Gold Challenge Cup Miss R Schweder ( Right ) 8 July 1933

Polo at Hurlingham. Mme Pirelli. 29 June 1931

County Polo at Ranelagh Mrs McLoughlin ( Irene Castle ) and Major Fruity Metcalf 18 July 1930

General election, 1931. Mr J D Cassels, KC, the newly elected conservative member for north Camberwell. 24 October 1931

The Ladies opening cricket match at Cobham, the Cuckoos versus the Womens Cricket Association. Miss Whiteway ( Cuckoos ) striking out. 3 May 1934

Ladies Polo at Ranelagh - Grimsthorpe versus Oddments for the Clanbrassil Cup Oddments, left to right Mrs John Bott, Mrs Philip Fleming, Hon Mrs Edward Greenhall and Lady Margaret 1938

Ranelagh farm polo club. Jaipur versus Osmaston in the final of the Ranelagh Open Challenge Cup. The Maharajah of Jaipur with and recieving the cup from General Sir Bindon Blood 10 June 1933

Polo at the Ranelagh Club, the final of the Subalterns Gold Cup. Mr Bernard Cayzer, pictured right. 12 June 1930

Ranelagh farm polo club. Final of the Hunt Cup The Tedworth ( winners ) team Left to right; P W Paget, C R Trotter, R L F Findlay, R A G Calthorpe 22 July 1933

Ranelagh farm polo club. Royal Navy versus Royal Airforce for the Duke of Yorks Challenge Cup Mrs Kenneth Holway ( Left ) 6 July 1933

Watching the International Polo at the Ranelagh Club - England versus The Rest - Baroness Ravensdale. 21 June 1930

The wedding of the Honourable John Hare, a younger brother of the Earl of Listowel, and the Honourable Nancy Pearson, second daughter of the late Viscount Cowdray

On the SS Berengaria at Southampton The American woman golfers Miss Glenna Collett ( National Champion and Captain ) and Miss Helen Hicks ( Hewlitt, L I ) 29 April 1930

County Polo at Ranelagh C team, left to right A David, Maharejah of Jaipur, Captain E O Crosfield and H C Hope Murray 18 July 1930

The King and Queen at Ranelagh when they witnessed the final for the Kings Cororation Cup, Jaipur versus Scotts Greys, and presented cups to the former. 15 July 1933

Miss Kathrine Foot, who although 80 years of age is still an enthsiastic polo player, and is here seen ejoying practice on the ground of the equestrian club Ham Common 9 May 1933

At the Ranelagh Club, Barnes, West London, a view of the Club House. 2 April 1936

Ranelagh farm polo club. Flamingo versus Etceteras Mrs Geoffrey Unwin and Mr Ernest Turner 4 June 1932

County Polo at Ranelagh The Maharajah of Jaipur in play 18 July 1930

At the Cowdray Park Polo Tournament at Midhurst in Sussex, Lord Barnby and Miss Audrey Harrison. 1937

At the Aldershot Horse Show, Major General Sir EG Bainbridge talks to one of the competitors

Ladies Inter Club Polo at Ranelagh - Ranelagh Team Mrs Philip Fleming, Hon Mrs Murray, Lady Priscilla Willoughby and Mrs John Bott 1937

Atlantic Park, emigrant station at Southampton Third class passengers from the Empress of Scotland in the Jews hall 21 June 1939

A general view at the Ranelagh Horse and Polo Pony Show. Mounted police in the show ring. 9 June 1931

Lady Crosfields tennis party at Highgate. Master Paul Homes Cronefield with Mr and Mrs H Austin. 1936

Polo at Ranelagh Los Puarats versus Panthers left to right Mrs Bingham, Mrs Magor and General Greene 20 June 1931

Ranelagh farm polo club. Norton Bavant versus Merchiston in the final of the colts challenge cup Mr W H Whitbread ( Norton Bravant ) with the cup 20 May 1933

At Ranelagh. Sir Walter and Lady Gilbey ( spectators at Ladies Golf Meeting ). 9 October 1936

Ranelagh, Junior Colts Cup left to right; Major Lyon, Mrs and Colonel Gordon White 27 May 1931

Ranelagh horse and pony show. Hon Roland and Mrs Cubitt with their children Rosalind and Harry. 1930

At the Polo at Cowdray Park at Midhurst in Sussex, Daphne Pearson with Captain D Dawney. 1938

The new cross channel steamer Cote D Azor 22 April 1931

Polo at Ranelagh Bluejackets versus Royal House Guards Left to right; Miss Ogle, Mr Tyrrell, Martin, Mr Laddie Sanford and Mrs Tyrrell Martin 20 May 1931

County Polo at Ranelagh B Team Left to right A H Head, F F B St George, Captain A H Ferguson, G W Pennington 18 July 1930

Watching the Polo at Cowdray Park at Midhurst in Sussex, Lord and Lady Cowdray with Mr John Lakin ( seen on the right ). 1938

Ladies Inter Club Polo at Ranelagh - Ferne B Team left to right Miss Pamela Denison Pender, Miss Joan Lanyon, Miss Pat Kelley and Miss Betty Kelley 1937

The Prince of Wales attends a football match between unemployed teams at Wembley stadium. Greenwich ( White shirts ) versus Walthamstow ( Dark shirts ) 21 March 1934

Hurlingham Ladies Polo. Hon Mrs Gurdon ( Grinsthorpe ) takes a drink from the cup 1938

The polo playing Earl of Erne with his fiance, Lady Davina Lytton, whose engagement was recently announced, leaving the Ranelagh Club today

Watch Your Step at the Empire Mr George Graves and his mongrol dog

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Step back in time to the glamorous 1930s, where polo tournaments and weddings were filled with elegance and excitement. At the Cowdray Park Polo Tournament in Midhurst, Sussex, a thrilling play was unfolding on the field. Meanwhile, at St Martins Registry, Captain Herbert Buckmaster and Miss Nellie Taylor exchanged vows in a beautiful wedding ceremony. The SS Belgenland made its grand entrance at Southampton on December 22nd, 1933, showcasing its majestic presence. Hurlingham Ladies Polo witnessed an intense final between Barton Abbey and Rugby for the coveted Clanbrassil cup. Ranelagh hosted an exhilarating Ladies Inter Club Polo match where Hon Mrs Edward Greenall led her Rugby team with grace. Love was also in the air as jockey Alfred Smirke celebrated his engagement to Miss Margery Friday before their marriage on January 27th. Spring Hill became a hub of excitement during the Rugby Polo Clubs Tournament. The talented lady player Miss Bunty Balding showcased her skills while competing against other fierce opponents. At Ranelagh Horse and Polo Pony Show, spectators marveled at Miss Dorothy Lawson's equestrian prowess alongside Mrs John Lawson's elegant presence. Barton Abbey emerged victorious over Rugby once again at Hurlingham's Ladies Polo tournament for the Clanbrassil cup. In another captivating ladies match at Ranelagh, Oddments clashed against Valkyrie amidst cheers from enthusiastic spectators. Finally, Southampton welcomed the magnificent SS Leviathan on November 4th, 1931 - a testament to luxury travel during this era. Relive these moments from the vibrant thirties that epitomized glamour and passion for sports and love alike.