Herbert Lewis Hadley Collection

Bert Hadleys Austin7 works racer competing at Crystal Palace, London, 1939. Artist: Bill Brunell
Austin Works d.o.h.c. racer. 744S cc. Event Entry No: 1. Driver: Hadley, H.L. Place: Crystal Palace Race Meeting. Date: 26.8.39

Cars of George Harvey-Noble, Charles Goodacre and Bert Hadley, BRDC 500 Mile Race, Brooklands, 1937
MG 747S cc. Entry No: 5. Driver: Noble, G.P.H. Centre: Austin 744S cc. Entry No: 1. Driver: Hadley, H.L. Left of centre: Austin 744S cc. No: 2. Driver: Goodacre, C.L. Left: MG 747S cc. Brooklands

Austin 7s of CD Buckley and Bert Hadley competing at the MCC Torquay Rally, July 1937
Austin 7.Reg. No. BOA58. Event Entry No: 47 Driver: Buckley, C.D. Award: Premier. Middle: Austin 747S cc. Reg. No. BOA60. Event Entry No: 48 Driver: Hadley, H.L. M.C.C. Torquay Rally. Date: 16/17.7.37

Austin 7 of Bert Hadley, winner of a bronze award at the MCC Torquay Rally, July 1937
Austin 747S cc. Vehicle Reg. No. BOA60. Event Entry No: 48 Driver: Hadley, H.L. Award: Bronze. Place: M.C.C. Torquay Rally. Date: 16/17.7.37

Bert Hadley and his winning Austin car, Imperial Trophy, Crystal Palace, 1939. Artist: Bill Brunell
Austin Twin cam 744S cc. Event Entry No: 1. Driver: Hadley, H.L. Finished: 1st. Place: Crystal Palace. Vintage Cup. Date: 26.8.39

Bert Hadleys Austin on the way to winning the Imperial Trophy, Crystal Palace, 1939
Austin Twin cam 744S cc. Event Entry No: 1 Driver: Hadley, H.L. Finished: 1st. Place: Crystal Palace. Imperial Trophy. Date: 26.8.39

Bert Hadleys Austin winning the Imperial Trophy, Crystal Palace, 1939. Artist: Bill Brunell
Austin Twin cam 744S cc. Event Entry No: 1 Driver: Hadley, H.L. Finished: 1st. Place: Crystal Palace. Imperial Trophy. Date: 26.8.39

Austin 7 works team, Brooklands 1937. Artist: Bill Brunell
Austin 7 works team: Kay Petre, Bert Hadley and Charles Goodacre, Brooklands, 1937

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Herbert Lewis Hadley, a name synonymous with speed and victory in the world of racing. From his early days behind the wheel to his triumphant moments on the track, Hadley's passion for cars was unmatched. In 1937, at the BRDC 500 Mile Race in Brooklands, Hadley showcased his skills alongside fellow racers George Harvey-Noble and Charles Goodacre. The roar of their engines filled the air as they pushed their limits to claim victory. But it was in London's Crystal Palace that Hadley truly made his mark. Behind the wheel of his Austin 7 works racer, he competed fiercely against some of the best drivers in the country. Bill Brunell immortalized this momentous event through his artistic talent, capturing every detail of Hadley's determination and skill. The MCC Torquay Rally held in July 1937 saw Hadley once again taking center stage with his trusty Austin 7. Alongside CD Buckley, they navigated challenging terrains and conquered obstacles to leave an indelible mark on history. Their efforts were rewarded with a bronze award - a testament to their unwavering dedication. Hadley's winning streak continued into 1939 when he clinched victory at Crystal Palace's Imperial Trophy race. With each turn of the wheel, he left competitors trailing behind him as if caught in a whirlwind of speed and precision. Bill Brunell captured this iconic moment once more, showcasing not only Hadley's triumph but also paying homage to his beloved Austin car. The Austin 7 works team became synonymous with excellence under Bert Hadley's leadership at Brooklands in 1937. Together with fellow racers who shared their love for speed and adrenaline-fueled competition, they formed an unstoppable force that dominated every race they entered. Through these captivating images by artist Bill Brunell, we catch glimpses into Herbert Lewis Hadley's extraordinary journey as a racing legend.