Flat Cap Collection (page 7)

A miner from Sunderland gets some ringside boxing advise, Newcastle, 1964. Artist
A miner from Sunderland gets some ringside boxing advice, Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, 1964. A miner from Horden Colliery receives some advice before stepping into the boxing ring in this photograph

Miners socialising at the miners welfare club, Horden Colliery, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, 1964. Miners old and young playing dominoes

Quarrying slate by hand at Trebarwith Slate Quarry, Cornwall, 1959. Two quarry workers use traditional methods to split the slate into sections

Yorkshireman wearing a flat cap and holding a large ball of twine, 1968. Photo for a press advertisment

Sir Henry Segrave, 1937. Sir Henry O Neil de Hane Segrave (1896-1930). From Sir Malcolm Campbells Book of Famous Motorists, edited by Sir Malcolm Campbell

Sir Malcolm Campbell, 1937. Sir Malcolm Campbell (1885-1948), British motorist and journalist. From Sir Malcolm Campbells Book of Famous Motorists, edited by Sir Malcolm Campbell

John Cobb and T. E. Rose-Richards, c1935, (1937). John Rhodes Cobb (1899-1952) and Thomas Essery Tim Rose Richards (1902-1940)

Army behind the Fleets, 1941. Artist: Cecil Beaton
Army behind the Fleets, 1941. Men crowd the gangplanks as they leave the dockyard after a hard day working on the military ships. From Air of Glory, by Cecil Beaton

Outside a public house, London, c1903 (1903). From Living London, Vol. II, by George R. Sims. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1903]

Mr. J. Reid Walker, 1911. From British Sports and Sportsmen Part 1. [British Sports and Sportsmen, London, 1911]

A Man: Unknown, c1532-1543 (1945). Artists: Hans Holbein the Younger, Unknown
A Man: Unknown, c1532-1543 (1945). The drawing is part of the Royal Collection Trust, Windsor Castle. From The Drawings of Holbein at Windsor Castle by K. T. Parker

St. James Street, Montreal, Canada, 1900. [Underwood & Underwood, New York, London, Toronto-Canada, Ottawa-Kansas, 1900]

Henri Farman, French aircraft designer, constructor and pilot, c1910 (1933). Artist: Flight Photo
Henri Farman, French aircraft designer, constructor and pilot, c1910 (1933). Henri Farman (1874-1958) set numerous official records for both distance and duration in the Voisin 1907 biplane

Outside a public house, London, c1903 (1903). From Living London, Vol. II, by George R. Sims. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1903]

Sale of unredeemed goods at Debenham, Storr and Sons auction rooms, London, c1903 (1903)
Sale of unredeemed goods at Debenham, Storr and Sons auction rooms, Covent Garden, London, c1903 (1903). From Living London, Vol. II, by George R. Sims

Prosperity - Stage III, c1920. Artist: Warwick Reynolds
Prosperity - Stage III, c1920. From The Art of the Illustrator - Warwick Reynolds and his work, by Percy V Bradshaw. [The Press Art School, London, c1920]

Prosperity - Stage I, c1920. Artist: Warwick Reynolds
Prosperity - Stage I, c1920. From The Art of the Illustrator - Warwick Reynolds and his work, by Percy V Bradshaw. [The Press Art School, London, c1920]

GB Stern, 1937
GB Stern (1890-1973), novelist, critic, journalist, essayist and playwright, 1937. Cigarette card 34 of 40 from Famous British Authors published by WD & HO Wills

Mule with water kegs, Sicily, Italy, c1923. Artist: AW Cutler
Mule with water kegs, Sicily, Italy, c1923. A print from Countries of the World, Volume VI, edited by JA Hammerton, The Fleetway House, London, c1923

Papworth, Ernest Terah Hooley, British financier, 1896. Artist: Spy
Papworth, Ernest Terah Hooley, British financier, 1896. Pictured here in riding clothes, Hooley (1859-1947) was a wealthy entrepreneur and owner of the Papworth estate in Cambridgeshire

Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon and the Duke of York at her Hertfordshire Home near Welwyn, 1923. The couple during their courting days

The Duke of Connaught and his shooting party, 1908. Artist: Queen Alexandra
The Duke of Connaught and his shooting party, 1908. From left to right: Prince Arthur of Connaught (1883-1938), Count Benckendorff (Russian Ambassador), Sir Maurice de Bunsen (1852-1932)

Colonel Brocklehurst at Bernsdorff, 1908. Artist: Queen Alexandra
Colonel Brocklehurst at Bernsdorff, 1908. From Queen Alexandras Christmas Gift Book, Photographs from My Camera, by Queen Alexandra, published by The Daily Telegraph (London, 1908)

Princess Victoria (1868-1935) with Mac on board the royal yacht Victoria and Albert III, 1908. Artist: Queen Alexandra
Princess Victoria (1868-1935) with Mac on board the royal yacht Victoria and Albert III, 1908. From Queen Alexandras Christmas Gift Book, Photographs from My Camera, by Queen Alexandra

The blood-soaked vest of King Charles I at the London Museum, London, 1926-1927. Artist: Field
The blood-soaked vest of King Charles I at the London Museum, London, 1926-1927. From Wonderful London, volume II, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)

A man sleeping on Blackfriars Bridge, London, 1926-1927. Artist: Walter Benington
A man sleeping on Blackfriars Bridge, London, 1926-1927. From Wonderful London, volume II, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)

An old soldier with some pigeons, Trafalgar Square, London, 1926-1927. Artist: McLeish
An old soldier with some pigeons, Trafalgar Square, London, 1926-1927. From Wonderful London, volume II, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)

A coconut shy during a bank holiday on Blackheath Common, London, 1926-1927. Artist: Hall
A coconut shy during a bank holiday on Blackheath Common, London, 1926-1927. From Wonderful London, volume II, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)

A Saturday winter football crowd, London, 1926-1927. From Wonderful London, volume II, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)

Cutting a key barrel, London, 1926-1927. From Wonderful London, volume II, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)

PG Wodehouse, English novelist and writer, 1937. Born in Guilford, Surrey, Pelham Grenville (PG) Wodehouse (1881-1975) was the creator of Bertie Wooster, Jeeves and Lord Emsworth

The Reaper, c1900

Wilbur Wrights first flight in Europe at the Hanaudieres racetrack near Le Mans, France, 1908
Wilbur Wrights (American aviator) first flight in Europe, at the Hanaudieres racetrack near Le Mans, France in the Wright Brothers Flyer

Signed photograph of Tom Morris, British, 1901
Signed photograph of Tom Morris (Senior), British, 1901. Photograph depicts him on the old course at St Andrews

Bobby Jones and fellow golfer, c1920s

Bobby Jones teeing off, c1920s

James Braid, Scottish golfer, Open championship at Muirfield, 1906. Braid won his third of four Open titles with an overall score of 300

Postcard with golfing theme, c1910. Then Reggie drove off, and a good drive it was

JH Taylor (1871-1963), five times Open champion, c1940
JH Taylor (1871-1963), five times Open champion, autographed photograph c1940

Portrait of golfer JE Laidlay, c1896. Caption: addressing for approach stroke

Two Great Ones Who Fail - Bobby Jones and Roger Wethered, c1920s
Two Great Ones who fail - Bobby Jones and Roger Wethered, two wonderful golfers who have never won a national event. Wethered has never won an Open tournament. c1920s

Brassey, Golf notes, 1903

Harry Vardon, c1912

Dave Douglas, 2010. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
Dave Douglas, Cheltenham Jazz Festival, May 2010

Customers at Franks Cafe from Lindsay Andersons Every Day Except Christmas (1957)
Lindsay Andersons Every Day Except Christmas (1957)

Passengers enjoy some tea on deck aboard the ocean liner, RMS Adriatic of the White Star Line

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In the early 20th century, the flat cap was a beloved accessory that transcended various realms of British culture. Tom Morris senior, the renowned British golfer, donned his flat cap with pride in a captivating portrait from around 1910. The image exudes an air of sophistication and hints at the timeless appeal of this classic headwear. But it wasn't just golfers who embraced the charm of the flat cap. Cyclists, too, found solace in its snug fit and stylish design as they embarked on thrilling adventures through picturesque landscapes. Whether cycling for sport or leisurely fun, these riders added a touch of elegance to their journeys with their trusty caps. Meanwhile, at St Peters Church in Broadstairs, Kent, England in 1910, locals gathered for a momentous occasion wearing their cherished flat caps. This snapshot captures not only fashion but also a sense of community and tradition that has endured throughout history. Moving forward to Byworth in Sussex circa 1931; a young boy confidently rides atop a majestic shire horse while sporting his own miniature version of the iconic hat. The juxtaposition between youthfulness and strength is striking - symbolizing both innocence and resilience. The agricultural industry also had its fair share of proud wearers. Mr Chris Lambert from Horsmonden proudly displayed his steam haulage contractor expertise alongside his trusted flat cap – an emblematic combination representing hard work and dedication to one's craft. Even comedians like Colin Crompton couldn't resist posing with luxury cars like Jaguar XJ12s while showcasing their impeccable style with well-fitted flat caps – proving that humor can be effortlessly paired with sophistication. Not limited to land-based activities alone; gun dogs accompanied hunters across Buckinghamshire's scenic countryside during exhilarating shooting expeditions. These loyal companions were often seen sporting shooting caps alongside their owners' traditional attire – capturing both functionality and fashion in one frame.