Outdoor Leisure Activities Collection (page 6)

Eight Venture Scouts and three leaders from the 13th Middlesbrough St Barnabas Group leave for Norfolk, where they plan a 100 mile cycle expedition

The start of an event at the Northern National Karting Championship at Catterick, Richmondshire, North Yorkshire. May 1960 M4244-004

The fine weather brought the crowds out to Happy Hampstead. The famous fair ground at one time was so crowded people were reduced to a snails pace

Stockton Regatta, 16th May 1987

General scenes of the crowds going into Finchley open air swimming pool. London, June 1960 M4329-006

View of St Pauls Cathedral from King Henrys Mound, Richmond Park, Richmond, Greater London. 2nd July 1952

Yorkshire Dales, North Yorkshire. Sunday 24th October 1982

High fliers... Scott Forbes (l) and Lisa Wright show off the skills that took Langbaurgh Lions BMX Club to the Eagles Team Challenge Trophy. 11th October 1989

BMX Area Championships on the BMX track at Redcar Racecourse, 20th May 1988

A thriving BMX club is hoping some heavyweight help will roll up to prepare the track for a big event, 18th July 1986. About 20 tonnes of fine dolomite is being spread on the Cleveland clubs circuit

High flying Nigel Hutton (No. 4232) of Great Ayton comes through to score a victory in his heat at the Northern Open BMX Championships at Northallerton, 29th January 1984

BMX Cycling, 5th August 1989. Lads from the Cleveland BMX Club
BMX Cycling, 5th August 1989.Lads from the Cleveland BMX Club, preparing to compete in the Cleveland BMXClub team challenge on August 13 at Redcar Racecourse

John Tucker (centre back) with his Tuckers Tornadoes, 1st March 1981

The massed ranks of Normanbys BMX fans have joined forces... to demand a cycle track from the local council, 1st June 1983

Proud as punch - these TV star BMX riders show off their latest trophy. 20th August 1986. The Cleveland club carried off the Tyne Tees award at the first ever race meeting televised live in this

These 3 North east bikers are top of the charts in the UK BMX national rankings. 30th September 1986. No. 1 is Gareth Blades (right), No. 2 Peter Holland (centre) and No. 3 Michael Wood (left)

Action from BMX meeting at Cleveland BMX Club, Redcar racecourse, 14th February 1988

13 year old competitors battle their way through a sling shot turn during the Norsport BMX cycle race at Margrove Park, 8th August 1983

Youngsters determined to have their own cycle track just won t be kept down, 25th February 1984. Every time their mud jumps are torn apart they build another course - with their bare hands if they

Sefton Park, Liverpool, a 235 acre park, opened to the public in 1872. Couple walking in park, the picture is taken looking out over the boating lake towards Aigburth Vale, 23rd January 1973

Walton Hall Park in Walton, Liverpool, a 130-acre park, opened to the public in 1934. Pictured, 12th February 1934

Band Stand at Walton Hall Park in Walton, Liverpool, a 130-acre park, opened to the public in 1934. Pictured, 14th February 1933

Rock Festival at Walton Hall Park in Walton, Liverpool, a 130-acre park, opened to the public in 1934. Pictured Sunday 10th September 1978

Skiers take advantage of the snow, enjoying a brisk walk along Castle Eden Walkway Country Park, Stockton-on-Tees, 12th January 1987

Children sledging, Ormesby Bank, Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire. 12th February 1978

National Bike Week, 18th June 1994. Members of the public, take part in 5 mile cycle ride from Clairville, through Albert Park, to the Botanic Centre and back

National Bike Week, 13th June 1994. Members of the public, Cycling in the countryside

Mother and Child, Cycling. 30th June 1979

Family on Camping and Cycling Holiday, 8th January 1976. Cycling

Hovis National Bike Week, 13th June 1995. Local postmen show how it is done, as they are put through their paces with an obstacle course at the Environment Action Station. Middlesbrough, Cleveland

Darlington Cycling Festival, 20th June 1993. Fun Riders

A high leaping Phillip Allison, of Altrincham R. C. Rotalac Plastics
A high leaping Phillip Allison, of Altrincham R.C. Rotalac Plastics, leads the field of the Pro / Am competition at Clairville Stadium, Middlesbrough, 22nd October 1978. Cycling. Bike Cross

The Queen climbing over rocks to see a cave in Waitomo, New Zealand. 11th Jan 1954

Leeds United players on the golf course. Giles, Peacock, Hunter and Madeley. 1967

Manchester United players on the golf course at Fairhaven. l-r Denis Law, Patrick " Paddy" Crerand and Maurice Setters. 16th November 1964

John Wayne who stars in Brannigan. Seen here at his tennis club. 8th June 1975

Fourteen year old Stephen Pulley from Chatteris, Cambridge who has been totally blind since he was 14 months old, takes a turn as wicket keeper during a game of cricket with his younger brother

Henley Regatta. June 1911 Local Caption watscan - 11 / 06 / 2010
Henley Regatta. June 1911 watscan - - 11/06/2010

Henley Regatta. Man and two ladies boating on the river. June 1911 watscan - - 11/06/2010

Two girls drawing with crayons and playing with their dolls as they attend their nursery school in Surrey woods. The school is run by the Ministry of Education. Circa 1955

A group of friends taking part in a game of conkers at their school. September 1950

Pop girl Ayshea forms the target for some frisbee throwers. 23rd August 1973

A group of friends taking part in a game of conkers outside their house. September 1950

Roy Gratrix driving down the fairway on the Fairhaven Golf Links watched by Arthur Kaye and Jackie Wright when the Blackpool players played a friendly game today. January 1960 P011340

Miss Sara Sample. Fashions for Henley. 1921

Duchess of York in the Yellowstone Northwest Territories at the start of the Yorks holidays during their tour of Canada

Children sledging down a hill in snow smiling and laughing after a havy snowfall Circa 1955

Children on holiday from school
** NOT AVAILABLE FOR GREETINGS CARDS ** Children on holiday from school throwing snowballs and playing in the snow on Tooting Bec Common on New Years Day 1962

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"Embracing the Great Outdoors: A Glimpse into Outdoor Leisure Activities" Stockton Venture Scouts are preparing to take on all comers in an eight-mile paddle along the scenic St-Leonards-on-Sea. Step back in time to 1926 and witness the fashionable spectacle at Henley Regatta, where a woman leisurely smokes a cigarette while punting. As the scorching summer heatwave engulfs central London, locals seek respite at Oasis Lido, indulging in refreshing dips and cooling off. Dominating Kirkby's skyline is the new artificial ski slope on Bewley Road, offering thrilling adventures for snow enthusiasts throughout the year. Queen Elizabeth II graces Middlesbrough with her presence as she inaugurates Pallister Park, emphasizing the importance of outdoor recreation for communities. Unconventional yet delightful winter fun unfolds as a woman sledges down Greenwich Park using nothing but a humble washing up bowl on December 27th, 1970. Kirkby Ski Slope becomes a hub of excitement during February 1976 when thrill-seekers flock to experience exhilarating skiing adventures close to home. On June 10th, 1975, Kirkby Ski Slope witnesses enthusiastic skiers carving their way through snowy slopes amidst breathtaking scenery and adrenaline-filled moments. Prince Charles embarks on an unforgettable marlin fishing expedition near Rottnest Island in Australia during March 1979 – truly embracing outdoor leisure activities worldwide. Children revel in pure joy as they frolic amidst snow-covered Bristol parks on December 31st, 1961 – creating cherished memories while enjoying nature's wintry wonders.