Conkers Collection

Conkers Close up Bedfordshire UK
BB-733 Horse Chestnut - Conkers Bedfordshire UK Brian Bevan Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Horse Chestnut - single chestnut in spiky sheath
USH-1359 Horse CHESTNUT - Single chestnut in spiky sheath Aesculus hippocastanum Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Aesculus hippocastanum (horse-chestnut, conker tree)
Illustration of a Aesculus hippocastanum (horse-chestnut, conker tree)

Laurel and Hardy were a comedy duo act during the early Classical Hollywood era of American cinema. The team was composed of Englishman Stan Laurel (1890_1965) and American Oliver Hardy (1892_1957)

Scouts taking part in the scouting conker championship held at RAF Stafford. 19th November 1971

Children playing conkers 1955

Europe, United Kingdom, England, conkers - horse chestnut seeds, childrens hands holding fresh conkers in Autumn (MR)

Ms 3054 fol. 31 Harvesting and cooking chestnuts, from Tacuinum Sanitatis (vellum)
XIR240928 Ms 3054 fol.31 Harvesting and cooking chestnuts, from Tacuinum Sanitatis (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Municipale, Rouen

Panel, England, c. 1860. Creator: Unknown
Panel, England, c. 1860. Horse chestnut pattern

William the Conqueror landing in England, 1066 (colour litho)
5217394 William the Conqueror landing in England, 1066 (colour litho) by Hebblethwaite, S. H. (fl.1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: William the Conqueror landing in England, 1066)

Still Life with Acorns and Horse Chestnuts (w / c, b / c & graphite on paper)
XYC284411 Still Life with Acorns and Horse Chestnuts (w/c, b/c & graphite on paper) by English School, (19th century); 21.7x28.6 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English

Nova 2644 fol. 17r Harvesting and cooking chestnuts, from Tacuinum Sanitatis Codex Vindobonensis (vellum)
ALI257162 Nova 2644 fol.17r Harvesting and cooking chestnuts, from Tacuinum Sanitatis Codex Vindobonensis (vellum) by Italian School, (14th century); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna

Aesculus Hippocastanum, from A Comprehensive Work on All Species of Wood
1275229 Aesculus Hippocastanum, from A Comprehensive Work on All Species of Wood by Johann Daniel von Reitter, published 1803-05 (coloured engraving) by German School

Chestnuts, plate 32 from Fantaisies decoratives, engraved by Gillot
REV279417 Chestnuts, plate 32 from Fantaisies decoratives, engraved by Gillot, published by Jules Rouam, Librairie de l Art, Paris, 1887 (colour engraving) by Habert-Dys

Children playing conkers, Cambridge, 1976

Children in Hartburn, County Durham, playing conkers under a conker tree. 1971

Conkers - Gareth Bourne, aged 10, and his sister Janine, aged six, playing conkers near the threatened trees. Llanelli. 31st October 1978

Conkers - Playing conkers, brothers, Rhys (left) aged 7 and Huw Pockett, aged 8, pictured at their home at Peny-lan Place, Penylan, Cardiff. 28th November 1984

Conkers - Two young lads playing conkers. 25 September 1970

Conkers - Mrs Caryl Roach, of Lakeside, Cardiff, with her conker-playing sons, David (left) and Paul. 29th October 1980

Conkers - Who says its a childs game? Conkers has become an annual event with members of the Miskin Sporting Club. Their fifth annual contest, in aid of charity

Ashton conker club National Championships. Peter Mildane and Stan Wells in action. 10th October 1969 watscan - - 28/05/2010

The great thing about conkers, the traditional English game played with horse chestnuts threaded on string, is that simply anyone can play

Traditional Games Conkers Lisa Allpress takes on Nicholas Dutt in a game of conkers

Threshing chestnuts trees in Greenwich Park 1857
Yearly tradition, for three weeks young youths poured into Greenwich Park, London to collect conkers. Climbing up chestnut trees, even using ladders to reach their prize

Aesculus Hippocastanum, 1803-1805
Aesculus Hippocastanum, from a Comprehensive Work on All Species of Wood by Johann Daniel von Reitter, pub. 1803-1805 (coloured engraving)

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Sunset through trees in Kingswood Forest near Canterbury

A Colonel And His Adjutant Playing Conkers During The First World War. From The Illustrated War News Published 1915

Horse Chestnuts or Conkers (Aesculus hippocastanum) with chestnut leaves, seeds and capsules in a wicker basket

Aesculus hippocastanum (horse-chestnut or conker tree)
Illustration of a Aesculus hippocastanum, commonly known as horse-chestnut or conker tree

Chestnut (Castanea vesca)
Illustration of a chestnut (Castanea vesca)

Woman taking Horse Chestnuts or Conkers (Aesculus hippocastanum) in her hands from a wicker basket

Chestnut Gathering - October 1938
Three children inspecting their collection in a wooded country lane. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N17513

Picture No. 10734006
Horse Chestnut - Conkering - Boys throwing sticks at conkers on tree Date:

Picture No. 10734003
Horse Chestnut - Conkering - Boys climbing tree for conkers Date:

Aesculus hippocastanum, three cracked Horse Chestnut pods, close up

Horse Chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum) two nuts, threaded on strings for traditional game of conkers, Bacton, Suffolk, England, October

Horse chestnuts
Horse chesthuts. Seeds of the Horse chestnut tree (Aesculus hippocastanum). The seeds may be ground and used as a type of edible flour

Conker. This is the fruit of the common horse chestnut tree (Aesculus hippocastanum). Its soft spiny shell has been torn away to reveal the hard interior nut

Horse-chestnut Nut, autumn
VG-970 Horse-chestnut - Nut, autumn Aesculapus hippocastanum Paul Van Gaalen Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Two boys playing conkers on a suburban street

Boy and young man playing conkers in the garden
A boy and a young man playing conkers in the garden. The boy holds his conker steady for the man to hit

Collecting horse chestnuts
A woman in a skirt, patterned v-neck jumper and beret sweeps up conkers from the ground and collects them in a basket. Date: c.1932

Street Conkers
Working Class boys playing Conkers on a London street

Conkers 1970S
Two boys playing a game of conkers

Horse-chestnuts or conkers Aesculus hippocastanum, in autumn. Dorset
ROG-13535 Horse Chestnuts - conkers, in autumn Dorset, England Aesculus hippocastanum Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Conkering Handfull of conkers Bedfordshire UK
BB-734 Horse Chestnut - Conkering - Handful of conkers Bedfordshire UK Brian Bevan Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Conkers From Horse Chestnut tree UK
SPH-2948 Horse Chestnut tree - mass of conkers UK Aesculus hippocastanum Steve Hopkin Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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"Conkers: Exploring the Rich History and Playful Delights of Horse Chestnuts" Step into Conkers Close up Bedfordshire UK, a haven for nature enthusiasts seeking the beauty of Aesculus hippocastanum, commonly known as the horse-chestnut or conker tree. These majestic trees grace the landscape with their towering presence, offering a glimpse into an enchanting world. At first glance, you may spot a single chestnut nestled within its spiky sheath, showcasing nature's intricate design. But beyond their captivating appearance lies a tale of resilience and struggle against bleeding canker—a disease that threatens these beloved giants. Just like Laurel and Hardy brought laughter to audiences during Hollywood's golden era, scouts gather at RAF Stafford for the scouting conker championship. The spirit of friendly competition fills the air as young participants put their skills to test in this time-honored tradition. Travel back in time to 1955 when children joyfully played conkers across England. Their hands filled with Europe's treasure—horse chestnut seeds—as they embraced the simple pleasures of childhood amidst laughter and camaraderie. Even centuries ago, people recognized the value of chestnuts. In Ms 3054 fol. 31 from Tacuinum Sanitatis (vellum), we witness harvesting and cooking techniques passed down through generations—an art form preserved on delicate pages. An intriguing panel dating back to c. 1860 captures our attention with its unknown creator's skillful brushstrokes. This artwork transports us to an era where horse chestnuts held significance beyond mere playthings—a symbol perhaps? Speaking of conquerors, let us not forget William the Conqueror landing in England in 1066—a pivotal moment etched in history forevermore. Little did he know that his name would become intertwined with these humble nuts adorning our landscapes today. Finally, Still Life with Acorns and Horse Chestnuts brings forth the beauty of these natural wonders.