Turves Collection

Shetland Islands - Cutting a peat bank
A Crofter cutting a peat bank on The Shetland Islands, Scotland. Date: circa 1920s

A Shetland Peat Carrier
A Woman of the Shetland Islands carring turves of peat in a wicker back pack basket. She does her knitting whilst she walks (possible some distance). Date: circa 1910s

Peat gatherers at work (coloured photo)
5999847 Peat gatherers at work (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peat gatherers at work. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Peterborough PE7 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Peterborough PE7 2

Cross section illustration of blue plant pot showing layers of gravel, compost, turves, and drainage at base

Cut turf and donkeys - Ireland
Piles of cut turf and a group of donkeys, Lough Shindilla, Connemara, Co Galway

Unloading turves - Hede, Sweden
Two men unload turves from a cart in Hede, Harjedalen Municipality, Jamtland County, Sweden Date: circa 1910s

Turfing on the Somerset levels. This bears the caption: " The weather is terrible with rain, snow, thunder etc." - rather a neat link to 99 years later

Turf Grass (Graminae sp. ) crop, machine cutting lawn turfs, workers with turf, Sweden
Turf Grass (Graminae sp.) crop, machine cutting lawn turfs, workers with turf, Sweden

Peat extraction, cut turves drying on moor, North Uist, Outer Hebrides, Scotland, May

Peat extraction, dried cut turves on moor, North Uist, Outer Hebrides, Scotland, May

View of fenland drain at sunset, Cock Bank, The Turves, Whittlesey, Cambridgeshire, England, May

Iceland - Bondaboer. A group of villagers with their dogs standing in front of their houses with turf roofs. Date: circa 1910s

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"Exploring the Rich Tradition of Turves: From Shetland Islands to Somerset Levels" The rugged beauty of the Shetland Islands is matched only by the hard work of cutting a peat bank, where they can harvested for various purposes. Witness a traditional scene in the Shetlands as a skilled peat carrier navigates through challenging terrain, transporting precious turves for use. Step back in time with a colored photo capturing peat gatherers diligently working together, their hands stained from handling these invaluable turves. Discover the location of Peterborough PE7 2 on the map and delve into its history intertwined with the utilization of turves. Unloading turves becomes an art form in Hede, Sweden, as workers carefully handle each piece that will contribute to warmth and comfort during colder months. An intriguing cross-section illustration reveals how layers of gravel, compost, and drainage support healthy plant growth when combined with nutrient-rich turves at the base of a blue plant pot. Experience Ireland's charm as cut turf stacks up alongside donkeys grazing peacefully nearby – an age-old tradition that still thrives today. On Somerset Levels, witness skilled individuals expertly lay down fresh turf pieces like puzzle tiles – transforming landscapes into lush green havens one step at a time. In Sweden's vast fields dedicated to cultivating Turf Grass (Graminae sp. ), machines tirelessly cut lawn-sized turfs while ensuring precision and efficiency throughout the process. A snapshot captures Swedish workers proudly displaying their bountiful harvests after machine-cutting lawn-sized turf grasses - showcasing their dedication to providing quality products worldwide. Journey to North Uist in Scotland's Outer Hebrides during May when freshly extracted cut turves dry under gentle sunlight on moorlands - nature's gift awaiting its purposeful use.