Redesdale Collection

Nancy Mitford
Photograph of Nancy Freeman-Mitford on the front cover of The Tatler at the time of the anouncement of her engagement to Peter Rennell Rodd

Deborah Mitford at Cheltenham National Hunt Meeting
Deborah Mitford (1920-2014), later Duchess of Devonshire, pictured at the age of sixteen (nearly seventeen) in 1937 at Cheltenham races with Mr Dixon

Three Mitford Sisters: Unity, Diana and Nancy
Three of the famous Mitford Sisters, daughters of Lord and Lady Redesdale, photographed in the street. From left to right are Unity (Unity Valkyrie Freeman-Mitford, 1914-1948)

Hon Nancy Freeman-Mitford, novelist daughter of Lord Redesdale, at the time of her engagement to Hon Peter Rennell Rodd, second son of Lord Rennell. Date: 1933

Lord (Freeman-Mitford) Redesdale (colour litho)
611980 Lord (Freeman-Mitford) Redesdale (colour litho) by Pellegrini, Carlo (1866-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord (Freeman-Mitford) Redesdale, The Lord Dictator, 27 February 1875

Bremenium, High Rochester in Redesdale (pencil & w / c on paper)
1214123 Bremenium, High Rochester in Redesdale (pencil & w/c on paper) by Richardson, Henry Burdon (fl.1828-72); 54.6x37.4 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

A G Freeman Mitford, 1893. Creator: William Roffe
A G Freeman Mitford, 1893. Portrait of British diplomat and writer Algernon Bertram Freeman-Mitford, 1st Baron Redesdale (1837-1916)

Right Hon Lord Redesdale, Chairman of Committees of the House of Lords, 1876. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Right Hon Lord Redesdale, Chairman of Committees of the House of Lords, 1876. From Men of Mark: a gallery of contemporary portraits of men distinguished in the Senate, the Church, in science

Deborah Mitford (1920-2014), later Duchess of Devonshire, pictured in 1939, a year after her coming-out, with her dog, Studley

Miss Sidney Gibson Bowles
Sidney Gibson Bowles (1880 - 1963), daughter of Thomas Gibson Bowles (founder of The Lady and English Vanity Fair and MP), pictured at the time of her engagement to the Hon

Lord Redesdale and Pamela Mitford
Lord Redesdale and his daughter Pamela Mitford preparing to depart to Canada to go gold prospecting in Northern Ontario. Date: 16th July 1930

Algernon Freeman-Mitford, Lord Redesdale
Algernon Bertram Freeman-Mitford, 1st Baron Redesdale (1837-1916), at the age of 28, British diplomat, collector and writer, paternal grandfather of the notorious Mitford sisters. 1865

Frederick S. A. Hanbury-Tracy, Vanity Fair, Spy
FREDERICK STEPHEN ARCHIBALD HANBURY-TRACY (1848-1906), British Liberal Party politician and Member of Parliament for Montgomery from 1877 to 1885, and again from 1886 to 1892

Suffragette disturbance at Royal Horse Show, 1914
Scenes at the Royal Horse Show in June 1914, when two suffragettes made an attempt to appeal to the King. Larger picture shows Princess Mary, Lady Desborough, King George V, Queen Mary

The Hon J and Mrs Freeman-Mitford
John Power Bertram Ogilvy Freeman-Mitford, later 4th Baron Redesdale (18851963), seen here with his bride, formerly Fraulein Marie Ann von Friedlander-Fuld, daughter of a wealthy German coal owner

The Bystander Front Cover
A black and white photograph on the cover of The Bystander in 1931, depicting the Hon. Nancy Freeman-Mitford (1904-1973), writer of comic novels, who was the eldest daughter of Lord and Lady Redesdale

Pamela Mitford
PAMELA FREEMAN MITFORD Second daughter of Baron and Lady Redesdale; the quietest of the six infamous Mitford sisters. Her siblings included Nancy, Diana & Unity

Baron Redesdale
ALGERNON BERTRAM FREEMAN MITFORD, first baron REDESDALE statesman, photo 1876

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"Redesdale: A Tale of the Mitford Sisters and Noble Legacies" Step into the enchanting world of Redesdale, a place where history intertwines with literary brilliance. Nancy Mitford, renowned author and one of the captivating Mitford sisters, found inspiration in this idyllic countryside retreat. As she strolled through its picturesque landscapes, her imagination soared. At the Cheltenham National Hunt Meeting, Deborah Mitford graced the scene with her elegance and charm. The epitome of sophistication, she effortlessly captivated all who crossed her path. Her presence added an air of grace to this prestigious event. Unity, Diana, and Nancy - three remarkable sisters whose lives were as fascinating as they were diverse. United by blood but driven by individual passions that left an indelible mark on society. Their bond was unbreakable; their stories legendary. Honorable Nancy Freeman-Mitford not only adorned the family name but also etched herself into literary history as a gifted novelist. Her words danced off pages like music to readers' ears – a testament to her talent and creativity. Lord Redesdale's influence extended beyond his noble title captured in vibrant color lithographs or pencil & watercolor masterpieces depicting Bremenium at High Rochester in Redesdale. His legacy resonated through generations thanks to his unwavering dedication to public service as Chairman of Committees for the House of Lords. A. G Freeman-Mitford's portrait immortalized him within William Roffe's brushstrokes—a man whose contributions spanned various spheres from politics to literature—forever remembered for his intellect and charisma. Frederick S. A Hanbury-Tracy's Vanity Fair caricature showcased Lord Redesdale's wit and personality—an embodiment of aristocratic charm that enchanted all fortunate enough to cross paths with him. Intriguing tales unfold amidst rolling hills and ancient ruins; Redesdale is more than a place; it is an embodiment of the Mitford legacy.