British Isles Collection (page 3)

Oxford Street, Swansea. Circa 1935

Women dressed in traditional clothing at the Eisteddfod at Mold, Flintshire. 7th August 1923

Mayoral lamp at Darlington. The special lamp outside the Mayor of Darlingtons house in Oakdene Avenue, complete with coat of arms and the word Mayor on the glass

The main signal box at Central Station, Newcastle. 6th May 1938

A woman crossing the bridge the village of Llangendeirne in the River Gwendraeth river valley, Carmarthenshire, in Dyfed region of West Wales. February 1964

View of the village of Llangendeirne in the River Gwendraeth river valley, Carmarthenshire, in Dyfed region of West Wales. February 1960

Work in progress on one of the air raid shelters which is being constructed by the Newcastle authorities for the residents of Noble Street

British Isles 1851
A fine facimile artworked from an antique original map of The British Isles, issued as part of the 1851 edition of John Tallis and Companys " The Illustrated Atlas

CJ8 3597 Aston Martin DB5 Goldfinger Continuation
The Aston Martin DB5 Goldfinger Continuation, comes complete with all the toys onm the original, but not the ejector seat, BMT 216 A, Salon Prive, Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxfordshire, England

CJ8 3588 Aston Martin DB5 Goldfinger Continuation
The Aston Martin DB5 Goldfinger Continuation, comes complete with all the toys onm the original, but not the ejector seat, BMT 216 A, Salon Prive, Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxfordshire, England

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Drink, Milk, Tumbler glass of dairy milk

Map of the British Isles, 1946. Creator: Unknown
Map of the British Isles, 1946. Map of England, Wales, Ireland and Scotland, Showing the Chief Places Mentioned in the Text, ie islands off the coast including Holy Island, the Farne Islands, Mersea

The Baptistery, Canterbury Cathedral, c1870. One of the oldest Christian structures in England rebuilt in Gothic style following a fire in 1174, Canterbury Cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Berwick Bridge, c1870. Berwick Bridge on the River Tweed in Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, England is Grade I listed and was built between 1611 and 1624

Temple Lock, Near Marlow, c1870. Lock and weir on the Buckinghamshire bank of the River Thames built by Thames Navigation Commissioners in 1773

Hawthornden, c1870. Hawthornden Castle on the River North Esk in Midlothian, Scotland, a 15th-century ruin, with a 17th-century house. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol

Llanddwyn Island rocks and sea, Anglesey, Wales, UK
Ynys Llanddwyn or Llanddwyn Island is a small tidal island off the west coast of Anglesey. North Wales, UK. Seen here at high tides with splashing waves over rugged rocks

Chart of the Spanish Armadas course, 1588 (1893). Pines engraving of 1739, of a tapestry then in the House of Lords. An illustration from A Short History of the English People, by John Richard Green

Aquamarine watercolor map of the United Kingdom
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Path through the dune grass on the beach with the sun shining over the North Sea at dawn in Bamburgh in Northumberland, England, United Kingdom

A mother and her four children evacuated from Kirkdale, enjoy themselves in the gardens of Alsager Hall, the home of Sir Frances Joseph. 9th September 1939

The line up for free soup distributed by the Salvation Army Soup Kitchen, which was warmly welcomed when it visited Gateshead. 30th January 1934

The interior of Huntley & Palmers factory, women packing cartons of Coronation Assorted biscuits. Reading, 2nd May 1937

A chef at work. 23rd July 1937

Women performing a gymnastic routine with large metal hoops, watched by military men. 28th November 1937

Carnegie Physical Training college in Leeds. A special vacation course for teachers in physical training. Students being given a talk on the theory of physical exercise

Holy Trinity Church, during Evensong, Jesmond, Newcastle. 17th February 1936

Chesil beach and Portland on the horizon, Dorset. Circa 1940

Female ventriloquist entertaining workers during the second world war. 30th June 1942

Llanellys now derelict North Dock, looking towards a site for a new engineering works starting to be built there. Circa 1950

Harvesting near London. Mechanics is now part of the farm labourers job. Harvesting with a mechanical binder and tractor. Soon this will be superseded by the combined harvester as the binder

Sulgrave village, Northants. The porch on the house is 16th century and is familiar to every collector of English cigarette cards and Christmas calendars

The village of Barton Seagrave, Northants, from the churchyard of the Early Norman Church of St Botolph, the register of which dates from 1609

Millstone making, before cutting the emery stone the line is marked with a feather dipped in dye, 1st January 1944

A scene of people on a bridge celebrating the coronation of King George VI. Circa May 1937

Ruthin Grammar School, which with the adjoining playing grounds is considered one of the finest in North Wales. 2nd December 1927

A local mayor inspecting an auxiliary fire fighting crew. Circa 1940

A scene of a street in preparation for celebrations of the coronation of King George VI. May 1937

Levers margarine factory, a view of the vast packing section. 1st June 1932. Merseyside

Rudder repairs in progress on a ship on one of the pontoons, Smiths Dock Co. Limited. North Shields. 7th October 1936

How women of Britain are helping the war effort. These wives and mothers have banded themselves together into a Aircraft Inspection Department

Tending the citys walls, workmen busy restoring Newcastles old city wall near Bath Lane. 13th October 1931

In the centre is Mrs Allister, with her two assistants, Miss Mary Brown (left) and Miss Mary (right), darning socks for the soldiers. 4th July 1940

The annual Animal Sunday service being held at Chailey, Sussex, where boys of the Heritage Craft Schools walk in in two by two with their animals for the service

Subterranean, River Axe, in the Witchs Kitchen, Wookey Hole Caves near Wells in Somerset. January 1935

A gem of rustic antiquity, beautiful Dunster, Somerset, was half forgotten when the motorist laid up his car during the war years

Laycock village, Wiltshire, a lady geese keeper is seen driving the birds through the village. 14th September 1944

Felixstowe, Suffolk. 19th July 1936

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The British Isles, a land steeped in history and natural beauty, captivates the imagination with its rich tapestry of cultures and landscapes. From the intricate illustrations of St. Matthew in the Book of Kells to the detailed maps showcasing Scotland's evolution in the 1870s, every corner tells a story. Travel back in time as you explore Britain's past through a map depicting its shape in 597 AD. Witness Ireland's historical journey alongside it, beautifully portrayed on a map from the same era. And for an awe-inspiring perspective, gaze upon a satellite image capturing the entirety of these enchanting isles. Delve into ancient manuscripts like the Lindisfarne Gospels page, where artistry intertwines with spirituality. Marvel at how Europe was shaped under Roman rule by examining maps illustrating their vast empire's reach. Yet not all tales are told through ink and parchment alone; venture underground to witness England's coal mine during its industrial heyday in the 1850s. Or soar above Scotland with a modern satellite image that showcases its breathtaking landscapes from an entirely new vantage point. Immerse yourself further into history by exploring a meticulously crafted 16th-century map of these lands - each detail carefully etched to guide adventurers across this diverse realm. And finally, let your eyes rest upon Llanddwyn Island Lighthouse perched gracefully on Anglesey off Wales' coast - serving as both beacon and symbol for those navigating life’s turbulent waters. The British Isles beckon us with their stories etched deep within their soil and whispered through centuries-old winds. Let us embark on this captivating journey together – where legends come alive amidst stunning vistas that will forever leave an indelible mark on our souls.