Cavendish Collection

Deborah Mitford by Madame Yevonde
The Hon. Deborah ( Debo ) Mitford (born 1920-), daughter of Lord Redesdale and youngest of the six Mitford sisters, pictured shortly before her marriage to Lord Andrew Cavendish

Lady Charles Cavendish aka Adele Astaire
Adele Astaire (1896 - 1981) comedy actress and dance partner of her brother, Fred Astaire from childhood until 1932, when she retired from dance to marry the British aristocrat Lord Charles Spencer

Duchess of Newcastle
MARGARET CAVENDISH, DUCHESS OF NEWCASTLE Here described as the Marchioness, though the horse seems marginally more important

Advertisement for Joseph Mastin and Son, Builders, etc. Cavendish Street, Sheffield
Original at Sheffield Local Studies Library: MP Folder 62

Mrs Kennedy and her deb daughters
Mrs Joseph Kennedy, wife of H.E. the United States Ambassador, in a photograph to mark the presentation of two of her daughters at the first court at Buckingham Palace in May 1938

Mrs A. E. Grant (Bettine Stuart-Wortley) as a nurse, WW1
Mrs A. E. Grant, the former Bettine Stuart-Wortley, pictured around the time of her marriage in nursing uniform as she was doing war work at a hospital in Cavendish Square, London

Lady Margaret Cavendish-Bentinck marries
The marriage of Lady Margaret Cavendish-Bentinck, younger daughter of the Duke and Duchess of Portland, to Principe Gaetano Parente

Tamworth B79 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Tamworth B79 8

HMS Vindictive aircraft carrier, WW1
HMS Vindictive, a Hawkins-class heavy cruiser (then called HMS Cavendish) converted to an experimental aircraft carrier and renamed

Lady Charles Cavendish (Adele Astaire) in Schiaparelli
Lady Charles Cavendish, formerly Miss Adele Astaire (sister and dancing partner of Fred) pictured wearing a coat and skirt in green tweed trimmed with galliac, worn with a blouse of black jersey

Fred and Adele Astaire
Fred Astaire, born Frederick Austerlitz (1899 - 1987), American dancer and actor pictured with his elder sister, Adele (1896 - 1981) who was his dance partner from childhood until 1932

The Famous Astaires by Nerman
Caricature of brother and sister dance act, Fred and Adele Astaire by Nerman during the time of their successful run in Stop Flirting at various London theatres during the mid 1920s

Sandwich Board Man - Oxford Street

Views in Chatsworth and Matlock, 1898. Creator: Unknown
Views in Chatsworth and Matlock, 1898. Chatsworth House stately home on the River Derwent, seat of the Duke of Devonshire home to the Cavendish family since 1549

HMA No1 Mayfly leaving floating shed at the Cavendish Dock
HMA No1 Mayfly leaving its floating shed at the Cavendish Dock, Barrow-in-Furness

JJ (Joseph John) Thomson (1856-1940) British Nuclear physicist, discovered electron, here with his research students at the Cavendish Laboratory, Cambridge, in 1898

Duke of Devonshire
Andrew Robert Buxton Cavendish, 11th Duke of Devonshire (1920-2004), landowner, seen in evening dress and displaying his medals

Keighley Cavendish Street early 1900s

CAVENDISH, DRAKE & HAWKINS. English admirals and navigators. Left to right: Thomas Cavendish (1560-1592), Sir Francis Drake (c1540-1596), and Sir John Hawkins (1532-1595)

Joseph John Thomson
JOSEPH JOHN THOMSON physicist, working at the Cavendish Laboratory, Cambridge, circa 1904

Diamond Jubilee, 1911. From British Sports and Sportsmen Part 1. [British Sports and Sportsmen, London, 1911]

6th Duke of Devonshire
William Spencer Cavendish 6th Duke of Devonshire Date: 1790 - 1820

Devonshire / 7Th / V Fair 74
SIR WILLIAM CAVENDISH 7th DUKE OF DEVONSHIRE Statesman and benefactor Date: 1808 - 1891

The Big Push March 1916
The Big Push - a march, no doubt intended to rouse all who hear it to push a little harder for victory Date: 1916

Dr J D Cockcroft listening for atomic disintegration
Dr John D Cockcroft listening for sounds indicating atomic disintegration brought about by the bombardment with high-velocity protons of the lithium nucleus

MILK BELOW
In Londons Cavendish Square the milk-woman cries Milk below ! to the servants in the basements of the houses

Cavendish, Suffolk, England, UK, Europe

Lighthouse at Cavendish Beach, Prince Edward Island, Canada, North America

Cavendish Square 1813
Cavendish Square: north side

Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire, 1757 to 1806. Formerly Lady Georgiana Spencer
2915303 Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire, 1757 to 1806. Formerly Lady Georgiana Spencer. English socialite and first wife of the 5th Duke of Devonshire

Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire, 1757 to 1806, born Georgiana Spencer
2915272 Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire, 1757 to 1806, born Georgiana Spencer. First wife of William Cavendish, 5th Duke of Devonshire

Henry Cavendish (1731-1810) English natural philosopher and chemist. Cavendish Physical Laboratory, Cambridge
539513 Henry Cavendish (1731-1810) English natural philosopher and chemist. Cavendish Physical Laboratory, Cambridge, named after him

Lady Anne Cavendish-Bentinck (16 September 1916 - 21 December 2008), daughter of William Cavendish-Bentinck, 7th Duke of Portland

Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire, 19th century (1894). Artist: Robert Graves
Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire (1757-1806), 19th century (1894). From A Collection of Engraved Portraits (Further Selection) Exhibited by the Late James Anderson Rose

Deborah Freeman-Mitford, the Duchess of Devonshire
A photograph of the Duchess of Devonshire. Deborah Mitford married Andrew Cavendish in 1941 and they became Duke and Duchess of Devonshire in 1950. Date: 3rd December 1952

HMA No1 Mayfly after structural failure in Cavendish Dock, Barrow-in-Furness, 24 September 1911. Date: 1911

Canada, Maritimes, Newfoundland, Cavendish, Sheds

Thatch Cottages, Cavendish, Suffolk, England

Thated Cottages & Church, Cavendish, Suffolk, England

England, East Anglia, Suffolk, Cavendish, Country Pub

Canada, Prince Edward Island, Cavendish, Green Gables House, former home of Anne of Green Gables author Lucy Maud Montgomery

Thatched Cottage, Cavendish, Suffolk, England

Thomas Cavendish - Explorer

Cavendish Crescent, Bath, WW1 morale booster message Date: circa 1916

Cavendish Crescent, Bath during WW1 Date: circa 1916

Cavendish Street, Keighley early 1900's

In The Quartermaster's Stores
An illustrated WW2 music sheet cover for In The Quartermaster's Stores, words and music adapted by Box, Cox and Bert Read

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"Cavendish: A Tapestry of Stories and Legacies" Step into the world of Cavendish, where history intertwines with glamour, resilience, and innovation. From the captivating portrait of Deborah Mitford by Madame Yevonde to the enchanting presence of Lady Charles Cavendish, also known as Adele Astaire, this name carries a legacy that spans across time. Delve deeper into its narrative as we encounter the Duchess of Newcastle, a woman whose elegance and grace were renowned throughout society. Meanwhile, an advertisement for Joseph Mastin and Son Builders on Cavendish Street in Sheffield reminds us of the industrious spirit that thrived within this community. In another corner of history's tapestry lies Mrs Kennedy and her debutante daughters - symbols of refinement amidst changing times. And let us not forget Mrs A. E. Grant (Bettine Stuart-Wortley), who selflessly served as a nurse during World War I when duty called. The mention of HMS Vindictive aircraft carrier evokes images of bravery on treacherous seas during wartime struggles. Yet amidst it all, love finds its way as Lady Margaret Cavendish-Bentinck embarks on her journey towards marital bliss. Adele Astaire graces our vision once again in Schiaparelli attire – an embodiment of style and sophistication that captivated audiences worldwide alongside her brother Fred Astaire. Their timeless performances are immortalized in "The Famous Astaires" by Nerman – a testament to their enduring influence on dance and entertainment. And even among bustling streets like Oxford Street, there is room for whimsy with the Sandwich Board Man proudly displaying his message while adding charm to everyday life. Cavendish emerges from these fragments; a name synonymous with artistry, courage, elegance, dedication - each hint offering glimpses into lives lived boldly or quietly but always leaving indelible marks upon history's canvas.