Point To Point Collection

West Surrey Staghounds Point-to-point races at Slyfield - the All Comers Maiden Steeplechase, won by Mr Oliver Dixon on Master Royston

Horse Racing - Point-To-Point - Horses being lead out before a race - 1957. No other details

Flagg Moor near Buxton Point to Point racing. General view of a section of the crowded course this afternoon during one of the few spells of sunshine. April 1950 P008351

Lady Jean and Lord Nigel Douglas-Hamilton
Lady Jean Douglas-Hamilton (1904-1987), later Lady Jean Bell, with her brother Lord Nigel Douglas-Hamilton (1906-1994) at the South and West Wilts Hunt Point-to-Point Races. Date: 1925

The Month of March, from An Almanac of Twelve Sports, with words by Rudyard Kipling
STC64819 The Month of March, from An Almanac of Twelve Sports, with words by Rudyard Kipling, first published by William Heinemann, 1898 (colour litho) by Nicholson

The great Match between Mr Flintoff and Jack Rogers (coloured engraving)
2812536 The great Match between Mr Flintoff and Jack Rogers (coloured engraving) by Leech, John (1817-64) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The great Match between Mr Flintoff and Jack Rogers)

The Afghan War - Sports and Games at Jellalabad. Date: 1879

One of Three. Out into the Country (w / c on paper)
WSG91374 One of Three. Out into the Country (w/c on paper) by Mason, George Finch (1850-1915); 22.2x27.3 cm; Wingfield Sporting Gallery, London, UK; English, out of copyright

Chasing in the Basses Pyrenees - Sir Alfred James Munnings
Chasing in the Basses Pyrenees - A study of a point-to-point race at Pau, Southern France by Sir Alfred James Munnings (1878-1959). Date: 1926

A Steeplechase (oil on canvas)
BSA101131 A Steeplechase (oil on canvas) by Herring Jnr, John Frederick (1815-1907); 40.6x59 cm; Private Collection; eThe British Sporting Art Trust; English, out of copyright

Horse Racing - Point-To-Point - Up and over the riders in the Ladies Steeplechase race at the Glamorgan Hunt point to point races held at Pennline Castle on Saturday, circa 1965

Horse RacingPoint-To-Point - Taking the lead on the post in the Open Ladies Steeplechase, at the post is Miss Gay Walker, who rode April Witch to victory by a head over Octroi riden by Miss

Horse Racing - Point-To-Point - In spite of the torrential rain on Saturday afternoon, a fair crowd attended the Point to Point races of the Glamorgan Hunt, at Penlline Castle, circa 1965

Horse RacingPoint-To-Point - Taking the lead on the post in the Open Ladies Steeplechase, at the post is Miss Gay Walker, who rode April Witch to victory by a head over Octroi riden by Miss

Harry Llewellyn aboard Theorem, the winner of the Open Race at Monmouthshire point-to-point 1932, with George Legg leading the horse

Albert, Duke of York - Point-to-Point at Great Brington
Prince Albert, Duke of York (future King George VI) (1895-1952) - having a cigarette whilst sharing a bit of local gossip with Old Smiler (a character present at most hunt meetings)

Oliver Dixon on Master Royston
At the Last Fence: Mr Oliver Dixons " Master Royston, " Owner up, Winner of the Open Point-to-Point Steeplechase. Date: 1904

House of Commons Point-To-Point Steeplechase Near Daventry: Mr. A.E. Pease Winning on Nora Creina

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"Thrilling Moments and Noble Steeds: Exploring the World of Point-to-Point Racing" Step into the exhilarating world of point-to-point racing, where passion meets adrenaline in a display of equestrian prowess. From the West Surrey Staghounds Point-to-point races at Slyfield to Flagg Moor near Buxton, these events have captured the hearts of horse racing enthusiasts for generations. In 1957, as Lady Jean and Lord Nigel Douglas-Hamilton led their horses out before a race, anticipation filled the air. The atmosphere was electric as spectators gathered to witness this thrilling spectacle unfold. A snapshot frozen in time, an image that encapsulates the essence of point-to-point racing. The Month of March brings with it an Almanac of Twelve Sports, immortalized by Rudyard Kipling's words. Among them stands point-to-point racing - a sport that embodies courage and determination against nature's elements. In vibrant colors, Kipling's vision comes alive on canvas. Legends are born on these hallowed grounds; one such legend is Mr Flintoff versus Jack Rogers in a great match that captivated audiences with its intensity and rivalry. Colored engravings tell tales of fierce competition and unwavering spirit etched into history forever. Even amidst war-torn lands like Jellalabad during the Afghan War in 1879, sports and games provided solace from turmoil. Point-to-point races became a symbol of resilience as communities rallied together to celebrate life amidst chaos. As we venture further into picturesque landscapes like Basses Pyrenees or Great Brington, we witness breathtaking scenes painted by Sir Alfred James Munnings or captured on canvas through oil strokes. These masterpieces transport us to another era where steeplechases galloped through our imagination. Oliver Dixon astride Master Royston becomes synonymous with triumph over obstacles both physical and metaphorical.