Cartland Collection

Mrs McCorquodale (Barbara Cartland) dressed as champagne
Dame Mary Barbara Hamilton Cartland (1901-2000), married name Mrs Barbara McCorquodale, British novelist. Photographed here in a sparkling champagne dress

Barbara Cartland with mother Polly and daughter Raine
Novelist Barbara Cartland (right) pictured with her mother Polly Cartland, and her daughter Raine (Mrs Gerald Legge), later Raine Spencer, wife of Earl Spencer

William Wallace rescuing a child at Cartland Craigs, Lanarkshire, Scotland Date: 13th century

Mervyn Stockwood, Barbara Cartland and Eric Heffer
Bishop Mervyn Stockwood (1913-1995), Anglican Bishop of Southwark, with Barbara Cartland (1901-2000), English romantic novelist, and Eric Heffer (1922-1991), left-wing Labour politician

Barbara Cartland
Dame Mary Barbara Hamilton Cartland (1901-2000), married name Mrs Barbara McCorquodale, prolific British novelist, though the Tatler describes her here as, " the pretty daughter of Mrs Cartland

Bystander cover - Mrs Alex McCorquodale (Barbara Cartland)
Front cover of The Bystander featuring a coloured photograph of Mrs Alex McCorquodale aka prolific novelist Barbara Cartland

Mary Cunningham-Reid & Barbara Cartland at Peter North exhib
The Hon. Mrs Cunningham-Reid (formerly Mary Ashley, sister of Edwina Mountbatten) and Mrs McCorquodale aka novelist Barbara Cartland

Famous Trains and their Destinations
Page from The Bystander featuring five of the society women wearing their costumes for the Railway Ball to be held at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden in aid of the Kensington

Barbara Cartland leaving Highland Brigade Enclosure, Ascot
Barbara Cartland leaving the Highland Brigade Enclosure at Ascot. 1930

South Lanarkshire ML11 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of South Lanarkshire ML11 7

Barbara Cartland with newborn daughter, Raine
Mrs Alexander McCorquodale, aka prolific writer, Barbara Cartland (1901-2000), pictured with her newborn daughter Raine (1929-2016), later Countess Raine Spencer, stepmother to Diana

Barbara Cartland in her wedding dress
Dame Mary Barbara Hamilton Cartland (1901-2000), married name Mrs Barbara McCorquodale, British novelist. Pictured in the wedding gown she designed herself for her marriage to Alistair McCorquodale

Barbara Cartland and Raine
Dame Mary Barbara Hamilton Cartland (1901-2000), married name Mrs Barbara McCorquodale, British novelist, pictured with her baby daughter Raine, later Raine Spencer, second wife of Earl Spencer

Barbara Cartland in the Orkneys
Page from The Sketch magazine carrying photographs of novelist and socialite, Dame Mary Barbara Hamilton Cartland (1901-2000), married name Mrs Barbara McCorquodale, pictured at Swanbistre

Cartland Craigs Bridge
An illustration of the construction and centring of Cartland Craigs Bridge in South Lanarkshire, Scotland. Date: 1838

Road bridge across Mouse Water, at Cartland Crags (Cartlane Craigs), near Lanark, Scotland. Built by the Scottish civil engineer Thomas Telford (1757-1834), it was completed in 1822

Mrs Barbara McCorquodale
DAME MARY BARBARA HAMILTON CARTLAND married name Mrs Barbara McCorquodale, British novelist, sketched by Molly Bishop at a point-to-point wearing a sage green hat and jersey with her check suit

Mrs Gerald Legge
Tatler front cover showing the Honourable Mrs Gerald Legge in a sumptuous red gown with white pom-poms. Raine McCorquodale, the daughter of Barbara Cartland and stepmother to Diana

Polly Cartland, mother of the romantic novelist, Barbara Cartland seen at the time of her engagement in 1900

Portrait sketches by
Four portrait sketches by Peter Baxendale, aka Mrs Basil Baxendale. From top left, Mrs David Jagger, wife of the well-known portrait painter, a self-portrait together with her dog, Simon, H.I.H

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"Cartland: A Journey Through the Life of Barbara Cartland" Step into the captivating world of Cartland, where glamour and romance intertwine. In this enchanting collection of moments, we witness Mrs McCorquodale (Barbara Cartland) dressed as champagne, exuding elegance and sophistication. Transport yourself to the historic Cartland Craigs, where William Wallace becomes a hero once again as he rescues a child in distress. The bravery and selflessness displayed here are truly awe-inspiring. Join Mervyn Stockwood, Barbara Cartland, and Eric Heffer as they engage in thought-provoking conversations that shape their era. These intellectual exchanges showcase the depth of knowledge and passion these individuals possess. Witness tender family moments with Barbara Cartland alongside her beloved mother Polly and daughter Raine. Their bond radiates warmth and love, creating memories that will last a lifetime. Celebrate new beginnings with Barbara Cartland cradling her newborn daughter Raine. This precious moment captures the joyous essence of motherhood and showcases the beauty of life's miracles. Marvel at Barbara Cartland's ethereal presence on her wedding day as she glides down the aisle in an exquisite gown fit for royalty. Her radiant smile reflects pure happiness on this special occasion. Discover another facet of Barbara Cartland through her Bystander cover feature - Mrs Alex McCorquodale - showcasing her versatility as she effortlessly embodies different personas. Embark on an artistic journey with Mary Cunningham-Reid & Barbara Cartland at Peter North exhib; their shared appreciation for creativity is palpable in every brushstroke they admire together. Explore Famous Trains and their Destinations through the eyes of Barbara Cartland; let your imagination run wild as you envision grand adventures aboard these magnificent locomotives bound for exciting destinations around the world. Experience Ascot's Highland Brigade Enclosure through Barbara Cartlands' eyes; observe her leaving this prestigious event, radiating grace and sophistication.