Thatcher Collection (page 2)

Luscanen, Brittany, 1906. Creator: Donald Shaw MacLaughlan
Luscanen, Brittany, 1906

Tools used in roof thatching, West Country, UK
Tools used in roof thatching in the West Country, UK. Date: circa 1960s

Young man thatching a roof, Lamorna Cove, Cornwall
Young man thatching a roof, Lamorna Cove, Penwith, Cornwall. circa 1960s

Two men thatching a roof, Lamorna Cove, Cornwall
Two young men thatching a roof, Lamorna Cove, Penwith, Cornwall. Date: circa 1960s

Heather Thatcher in costume with artist Doris Zinkeisen
Heather Thatcher (1896-1987), English actress, in costume, having a design painted on it by the Scottish artist and costume designer, Doris Clare Zinkeisen (1898-1991)

Poll Tax demonstrators in the roadway, Central London
Poll Tax demonstrators in the roadway in Central London. One man stands in fighting pose, with his fists clenched. Another man holds a placard with the words: Bog Off Thatcher

Poll Tax demonstrator and Met Police van, Central London
A Poll Tax demonstrator aims a metal barrier at the back of a Police van, during a violent demonstration in Central London. Date: 31 March 1990

Margaret Thatcther October 1965 Maggie Thatcher at the Conservative Party Conference in Brighton

Margaret Thatcher and Henry Kissinger - Feb 1975 meet at Claridges

Thatched roof cottage of Izaak Walton in the village of Shallowford July 1923 Alf 47

Thatcher at work on the roof of writer Izaak Waltons cottage in the village of Shallowford July 1923 Alf 48

Thatcher at work at writer Izaak Waltons cottage in the village of Shallowford July 1923 Alf 47

Mr Cecil Watson, and his son Stanley, the local thatchers, at work replacing the thatched roof of a cottage in the village of Long Crendon, Buckinghamshire. 14th July 1952. C3559 003 vfr1

Thatcher working on Somerset cottage -2
Thatcher at work on the ridge of a cottage roof in the centre of a Somerset village Date: 1989

Thatcher working on Somerset cottage -1
Thatcher at work on the ridge of a cottage roof in the centre of a Somerset village Date: 1989

Two thatchers East Coker, Somerset, England
Two thatchers at work up ladders on the thatched roof of a cottage in the village of East Coker, near Yeovil, South Somerset. See also Picture No. 12445700 Date: 1989

Thatching, East Coker, Somerset
Two thatchers at work up ladders on the thatched roof of a cottage in the village of East Coker, near Yeovil, South Somerset. First published The Sunday Times Date: 1989

Thatching Isaac Walton Cottage - 2
Thatchers at work on the roof of Isaac Walton Cottage, Stafford, England. First published The Daily Telegraph Date: 1990

Thatching Isaac Walton Cottage -3
Thatchers at work on the roof of Isaac Walton Cottage, Stafford, England. First published The Daily Telegraph Date: 1990

Thatching Isaac Walton Cottage - 1
Thatchers at work on the roof of Isaac Walton Cottage, Stafford, England. First published The Daily Telegraph Date: 1990

Triumph Super Seven of FA Thatcher, JCC Half-Day Trial, Goat Track, Ranmore Common, Surrey, 1930
Triumph Super Seven 1929 832 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. PK6627. Driver: Thatcher, F.A. Finished: 1st. Place: Goat Track, Ranmore Common, Surrey. J.C.C. Half-day Trial. Date: 8.3.30

Singer Le Mans of FA Thatcher competing in the RSAC Scottish Rally, 1934. Artist: Bill Brunell
Singer Le Mans 1933 972 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. BPA901. Event Entry No: 109. Driver: Thatcher, F.A. Finished: 16th out of 59. Place: R.S.A.C. Scottish Rally. Date: 10-14.6.34

Triumph of FA Thatcher competing in the MCC Sporting Trial, 1930. Artist: Bill Brunell
Triumph 832 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. PK6227. Event Entry No: 65 Driver: Thatcher, F.A. Award: Silver. Place: M.C.C. Sporting Trial. Date: 25.10.30

FA Thatcher working on his 1929 Triumph Super Seven. Artist: Bill Brunell
Triumph Super Seven 1929 832 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. PK6627. Place: Date: Thatcher, F.A

FA Thatcher in his garage. Artist: Bill Brunell
Place: Date: Thatcher, F.A

Kay Petres Austin OHC 744 cc, LCC Relay GP, Brooklands, 26 July 1937. Artist: Bill Brunell
Kay Petres Austin OHC 744 cc (left), LCC Relay GP, Brooklands, 26 July 1937. The other car is a MG Magnette 1287 cc driven by FA Thatcher

Anti-British and American propaganda poster, Libya

Royal wedding 1981 - Margaret Thatcher
Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher, together with her husband Denis, among the guests at the wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer at St Pauls Cathedral on 29 July 1981. 1981

Bedroom at Sabuk, lit by lanterns & candles at night. Bedroom at Sabuk, lit by lanterns & candles at night

Re-thatching of the Manor Inn at Preston in November 1970

Margaret Thatcher on dry ski run at Festival Gardens, 1963
Margaret Thatcher, British Prime Minister but at the time of this photograph, M.P. for Finchley and Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Ministry of Pensions

Margaret Thatcher meeting Metropolitan Police officers
Margaret Thatcher (Margaret Hilda Thatcher, Baroness Thatcher, nee Roberts, 1925-2013), who served as British Conservative Prime Minister from 1979 to 1990

Thatching at Pinn Court Farm, Pinhoe, Exeter, Devon
Thatching the roof at Pinn Court Farm, Pinhoe, Exeter, Devon. Date: 20th century

Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, Dartington Glass Ltd
Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher in a group photo with the directors of SN Management at Dartington Glass Ltd. Date: circa 1980s

Milk for school children, 1955
Before Margaret Thatcher the milk snatcher put and end to free school milk for the over sevens, all primary school children would enjoy their daily third pint ration at school

Man at work thatching a cottage roof, West Country. Date: circa 1960s

Fashionable ladies playing with yoyos, 1932
Actress Miss Heather Thatcher (1896-1987) pictured with Miss Hilary Charles, sporting some summer fashions whilst using yo-yos

Heather Thatcher (1896 - 1987), English actress in theatre and films

Margaret Thatcher on a visit to Cornwall
Margaret Thatcher, nee Roberts (1925 -2013), first woman to be British Prime Minister (Conservative), 1979-1990. Seen here during a visit to Cornwall. Date: 1980s

Margaret Thatcher at Falmouth Coastguard Station, Cornwall
Margaret Thatcher, nee Roberts (1925 -2013), first woman to be British Prime Minister (Conservative), 1979-1990. Seen here visiting Falmouth Coastguard Station, Cornwall. Date: 1980s

Man thatching a roof, Colyford, East Devon
Man thatching a roof at Harkness Farm, Colyford, East Devon. Date: circa 1980s

Man at work thatching a roof, Devon. circa 1960s

Master Thatcher R Craker working on Lamb Inn, Little Milton, Oxon. Date: 1960s

The actresses Fay Compton and Heather Thatcher, 1927 Date: 1927

Cover of Eve Magazine 15 June 1927 feathring Heather Thatcher admiring Len-Glen shoes Date: 1927

Margaret Thatcher Graffiti
August 1987 graffiti on new buildings in Docklands against Margaret Thatcher, Yuppies and change. Date: 1987

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Margaret Thatcher, a trailblazing English politician, left an indelible mark on history with her unwavering determination and strong leadership. Born in 1925, she rose to prominence as the leader of the Conservative Party and became the first female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. With her iconic blue power suits and signature hairstyle, Thatcher commanded attention wherever she went. Whether it was on the campaign trail or at her home in Chelsea, England, this formidable woman exuded confidence and charisma. In one captivating photograph from 1975, taken just before she assumed leadership of the Conservative Party, Thatcher's steely gaze hinted at the transformative changes that lay ahead for Britain under her rule. Thatcher's influence extended beyond politics; even mundane activities like thatching a roof became symbolic of her resilience. As seen when she personally worked on repairing the Hermitage headquarters of Selboorne Society at Hanwell - a testament to both her hands-on approach and dedication to serving others. The image captured during Thatcher's visit to Marazion Community Centre showcased another facet of her character: compassion. Engaging with people from all walks of life was crucial to understanding their needs and aspirations—a quality that set her apart as a true stateswoman. Yet amidst all these powerful moments, there were also glimpses into Margaret Thatcher's personal life. From enjoying leisurely moments by Thatcher Rock or sharing lighter moments while splitting a spar with Sidney Chun Marlborough—these snapshots revealed a more relaxed side to this influential figure. Even after leaving office, Margaret Thatcher continued making waves within society. Whether visiting Battle Union Workhouse in Sussex or hosting esteemed guests like Dodie Smith at home in Essex—she remained dedicated to championing causes close to her heart long after stepping down as Prime Minister. Margaret Thatcher will forever be remembered as an extraordinary leader who shattered glass ceilings and reshaped British politics. Her legacy serves as inspiration for generations yet unborn, reminding us that determination and conviction can pave the way for change.