Lynne Collection

Violet Carson as Ena Sharples, Coronation Street
Violet Carson (right, 1898-1983) as Ena Sharples in the long-running TV soap, Coronation Street, with her two friends, Minnie Caldwell (played by Margot Bryant)

Hardacre J Pitt
Hardacre J. Pitt An important touring manager in the decades around 1900, he used his notepaper to advertise his repertoire. This letter, from the Comedy Theatre, Manchester, is dated November 1894

Carole Fletcher, 19 from Southport, newly crowned Miss Great Britain, Pictured in London, 4th September 1966

Carole Fletcher, 19 from Southport, crowned Miss New Brighton, New Brighton swimming baths, Cheshire, 24th August 1966. Pictured with runners up, Diane Parker and Elizabeth

Lynne Robinson 800 Metres 16 July 1992 Date: 16 July 1992

Black Velvet revue at the London Hippodrome
Double page spread in The Sketch featuring photographs of the London Hippodrome wartime revue, Black Velvet, starring Iris Lockwood, Pat Kirkwood, Teddy Brown, Vic Oliver and Carol Lynne

Starlets and show-girls of Black Velvet at London Hippodrome
Page from The Sketch featuring photographs of the starlets in Black Velvet, a revue at the London Hippodrome in 1939. Featured are Iris Lockwood (who married theatre producer Robert Nesbitt)

The leading ladies in Black Velvet at London Hippodrome
Caricature of the four leading ladies in Black Velvet, a wartime revue produced by George Black at the London Hippodrome. The four featured are Carol Lynne (who married Bernard Delfont)

Lynne Carver in a golf outfit designed by Dolly Tree in 1940 Date: 1940

Carole Fletcher, 19 from Southport, crowned Miss Great Britain, in Morecambe, 31st August 1966. Pictured on podium with runners up

East Lynne from Mrs Henry Woods novel written in 1861. The caption reads Come With Me, My Little Darling, Im Running You In

Photograph of Mr Lynne Overman and Miss Dorothy Tetley
Black and white photograph in the Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News of 7th November 1925 of Mr Lynne Overman and Miss Dorothy Tetley from the cast of Just Married, a popular play of the time

Gillian Lynne
A black-and-white portrait of the British ballerina, dancer, choreographer, actress, and theatre/television director Gillian Barbara Lynne (n饠 Pyrke, b. 1926). Date: 1966

Ada Gray in the new East Lynne. Date c1894

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"Lynne: A Timeless Beauty Captivating Hearts Across Generations" Lynne, a name that echoes through time, has been associated with remarkable individuals who have left an indelible mark on history. From the enigmatic Hardacre J Pitt to the radiant Carole Fletcher, Lynne embodies grace and charm. In 1966, Carole Fletcher of Southport was crowned Miss New Brighton in Cheshire, captivating audiences with her beauty and poise. Just days later, she achieved another triumph as she became Miss Great Britain. Her journey from a small town to London symbolized dreams coming true. Violet Carson's portrayal of Ena Sharples in Coronation Street added depth and complexity to the character, making Lynne synonymous with talent and versatility. As viewers tuned in week after week, they were captivated by Carson's exceptional performance. The Black Velvet revue at the iconic London Hippodrome showcased starlets and showgirls who mesmerized audiences night after night. Among them stood Lynne Robinson - a vision of elegance and allure. The leading ladies of Black Velvet exuded glamour that transcended time itself. But it is not just contemporary figures who have carried the name Lynne into prominence; even historical references pay homage to its significance. In 1940, Lynne Carver donned a golf outfit designed by Dolly Tree - an ensemble that epitomized style during those times. Furthermore, Mrs Henry Wood's novel "East Lynne, " written back in 1861, captured readers' hearts with its tale of love and tragedy. This timeless masterpiece reminds us how stories bearing the name "Lynne" continue to resonate across generations. Whether it be through pageants or performances on stage or screen – whether it be within novels or real-life achievements – "Lynnes" throughout history have embodied beauty personified. Their impact remains etched in our memories as we celebrate their contributions to the world of art, culture, and entertainment.