Accrington Collection

Accrington Stanley. No more football inside the ground so three youngsters play outside. 6th March 1962

Blackburn Road, Accrington, Lancashire, England. Date: 1900s

Accrington Stanley FC football team 1936. Back row: Kerr, Robinson, Wilson, Gill, Ivill, Treanor, Hacking (Manager), Brennand (Trainer)

The old and new forms of Accringtons Trams - the older steam tramcar from 1886 (top) dubbed the Baltic Fleet and (below) the new modern electric car - the Flying Squadron ! Date: 1907

Opening of Accrington to Oswaldtwistle Tramway, Accrington, near Blackburn, Lancashire, England. Date: 1907

The Town from Queen Victoria Jubilee Tower, Darwen, Lancashi
The Town from Queen Victoria Jubilee Tower, Darwen, Blackburn, near Accrington, Lancashire, England. Showing WH Smith & Son Date: 1950s

Market Hall, Accrington, Lancashire, England. Date: 1900s

The Mercer Memorial, Great Harwood, Lancashire
The Mercer Memorial, Great Harwood, near Accrington, Lancashire, England. Date: 1900s

Multiview, Clayton-le-Moors, Lancashire
Multiview, Clayton-le-Moors, near Accrington, Lancashire, England. Date: 1910s

Making Cricket Bats
A cricket bat maker at Accrington, Lancashire, England, who is using the shin bone of a reindeer to smooth of a bat. Date: 1930s

Multiview, Great Harwood, Lancashire
Multiview, Great Harwood, near Accrington, Lancashire, England. Date: 1910s

Hyndburn Bridge, Hynburn, Lancashire
Hyndburn Bridge, Hynburn, Accrington, Lancashire, England. Date: 1900s

Miner at work within the Great Harwood Colliery - digging our Cock Bridge House Coal " so much esteemed for us in Farm

Crown Ground Stadium - Accrington Stanley FC
The Crown Ground is a multi-use stadium in Accrington, Lancashire, England. It is currently used mostly for football matches and is the home ground of Accrington Stanley

Dunkenhalgh Hall, near Accrington, Lancashire. Date: circa 1910

Dunkenhaigh Hall, Clayton-le-Moors, near Accrington, Lancs
Dunkenhaigh Hall, Clayton-le-Moors, near Accrington, Lancashire Date: circa 1910

Public arms: Stockbridge; Ely; Accrington; Devizes; Romney (engraving)
6008913 Public arms: Stockbridge; Ely; Accrington; Devizes; Romney (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stockbridge; Ely; Accrington; Devizes; Romney)

Black Abbey Street, 1893 (oil on canvas)
810592 Black Abbey Street, 1893 (oil on canvas) by Rawsle, W. (fl.1893); 46x61 cm; Haworth Art Gallery, Accrington, Lancashire, UK; eHaworth Art Gallery; British, out of copyright

East Lancashire Railway (engraving)
1617666 East Lancashire Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: East Lancashire Railway)

Mr Robert Trotter Hermon-Hodge (colour litho)
612848 Mr Robert Trotter Hermon-Hodge (colour litho) by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Robert Trotter Hermon-Hodge, Accrington, 11 June 1892, Vanity Fair)

Members of the New Parliament (engraving)
1047896 Members of the New Parliament (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Members of the New Parliament)

Mr J F Leese, MP for Accrington (engraving)
1063318 Mr J F Leese, MP for Accrington (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr J F Leese, MP for Accrington)

Schoolhouse at Accrington, where Nine Children were burnt to death (engraving)
1610971 Schoolhouse at Accrington, where Nine Children were burnt to death (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Schoolhouse at Accrington)

The Fatal Colliery Explosion at Accrington (engraving)
1044597 The Fatal Colliery Explosion at Accrington (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fatal Colliery Explosion at Accrington)

The Peel Institution, Accrington (engraving)
1098855 The Peel Institution, Accrington (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Peel Institution, Accrington)

A workman smoothing the surface of the slate bed of a billiard table at a factory in Accrington, Lancashire, England. He wears a respirator mask to protect from the dust. Date: 1950s

Hyndburn BB5 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Hyndburn BB5 1

Broad Oak Works, Accrington, Lancashire, England. Date: 1900s

The Coe, Clitheroe, Lancashire
The Coe, Clitheroe, near Accrington, Lancashire, England. Date: 1910s

Sagars Steam Wagon, Clitheroe, Lancashire
Sagars Steam Wagon, Clitheroe, near Accrington, Lancashire, England. Showing election campaign poster for DJ Shackleton Date: 1910s

The Village, Stanhill, Lancashire
The Village, Stanhill, Blackburn, near Accrington, Lancashire, England. Captioned Where Spinning Jenny Was Invented Date: 1910s

Oak Hill Park, Accrington, Lancashire, England. Showing the cannons Date: 1900s

The Cannons, Oak Hill Park, Lancashire
The Cannons, Oak Hill Park, Accrington, Lancashire, England. Date: 1910s

Wilkinson Manufacturing Co knitting wools for WW1 comforts
Text only advertisement for Wilkinson Manufacturing Co of Accrington Road Mills, Burnley and their special knitting wools that passed all War Office regulations

Robert T. Hermon-Hodge, Vanity Fair, Spy
ROBERT TROTTER HERMON-HODGE, 1st Baron Wyfold (1851-1937) British Conservative politician, becoming Member of Parliament for Accrington, Lancashire (1886), later Henley

Cotton riots in lancashire, uk, 1. A Detachment of the 15th Foot led by a Magistrate marching to a suspected Spot, Blackburn.-2. Asking Alms.-3

Colliery explosion near Accrington, North Lancashire, England, November 1883. Of the 110 men and boys below ground at the time, 30 men died

Cotton Riots In Lancashire, UK, 1. A Detachment Of The 15th Foot Led By A Magistrate Marching To A Suspected Spot, Blackburn.-2. Asking Alms.-3

SNOWY PARK
The snow-covered path, a scene in Oakhill Park, Accrington, Lancashire, England. Date: 1930s

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Accrington, a town nestled in the heart of Lancashire, holds a rich history and vibrant present. From its bustling streets on Blackburn Road to the old and new forms of Accrington's trams, this town has seen it all. In 1936, Accrington Stanley FC football team made their mark on the sporting world. Their passion for the game ignited the hearts of locals and left an indelible legacy that still resonates today. The opening to Oswaldtwistle Tramway brought convenience and connectivity to residents, making commuting a breeze. The Market Hall stands as a testament to Accrington's thriving commercial hub, where locals gather to exchange goods and stories. Venturing beyond Accrington's borders lies Great Harwood with its iconic Mercer Memorial. This monument pays homage to those who have shaped the community and serves as a reminder of their enduring impact. Accrington Stanley may no longer play football inside their ground, but that doesn't dampen the spirit of three youngsters playing outside. Their enthusiasm echoes through every kick they take, embodying the love for sport that runs deep within this town. Not just known for football prowess, it also boasts skilled craftsmen who excel in making cricket bats. These artisans pour their expertise into each piece they create, ensuring quality equipment for players near and far. A short journey away lies Multiview in Great Harwood—a picturesque spot offering breathtaking views that capture Lancashire's natural beauty. Hyndburn Bridge connects communities across Hynburn while symbolizing unity among neighbors. For panoramic vistas encompassing both past and present glory, Queen Victoria Jubilee Tower in Darwen provides an unparalleled perspective on Accrington's evolving landscape throughout history. Finally, Crown Ground Stadium proudly hosts matches played by none other than Accrington Stanley FC—where dreams are chased with unwavering determination under floodlights illuminating hopes for victory.