Woodley Collection

Bystander cover, Lady Veronica Blackwood by Madame Yevonde
Lady Veronica Brenda Woolfe (nÚÑáBlackwood) (1910-1971), Former wife of Sir Antony Hornby and of Ernest Maddick and of Thomas Hussey

Miles M. 57 Aerovan 4 G-AJTC
Miles M.57 Aerovan 4 G-AJTC (msn 6414), at the Miles flight test centre, Woodley aerodrome. Date: 1947

County Map of Berkshire, c. 1777
From The Large English Atlas: or, a new set of map of all the counties of England and Wales drawn from the several surveys which have been hitherto been published

Shop front for Messrs Saunders and Woodley, Upholsterers, Regent Street, London (engraving)
583728 Shop front for Messrs Saunders and Woodley, Upholsterers, Regent Street, London (engraving) by Whittock, Nathaniel (1791-1860); Private Collection; (add.info)

Garden party at Woodley Aerodrome. Parachute descent. Reading, Berkshire. 23rd September 1932

Mr Mac Mullen who is over 70 years old is an enthusiastic pilot. He saw an Auto-Giro at Hanworth, and bought one. Photograph taken at Woodley Aerodrome, Reading. 23rd September 1932

Garden party at Woodley Aerodrome, Reading, Berkshire. Held by the Berks, Bucks & Oxon Aero Club. Left to right, Major J T Witts (owner of aerodrome), Mrs Cavendish Clarke (Hon Sec)

Miles M. 18 Mk. 2 G-AHKY
Miles M.18 Mk.2 G-AHKY (msn 466, ex HM545), with race number 39, at Coventry - Baginton. The sole M.18 Mk.2, flew from Woodley in November 1939

Miles M. 71 Merchantman U-21
The sole Miles M.71 Merchantman U-21 (msn 6695), at Woodley aerodrome, with stored unwanted Miles M.33 Monitor target-tugs in the background

Miles M. 28 Mercury 5 G-AJFE
The sole Miles M.28 Mercury 5 G-AJFE (msn 6697) at Woodley circa the first flight. Re-registered in Switzerland in June 1951, returning to the UK in December 1954

Miles M. 38 Messenger 2A G-AKIM
Miles M.38 Messenger 2A G-AKIM (msn 6724), built by Miles (Northern Ireland) Ltd. at Newtownards and flown to Woodley for completion to customer specification. Date: 1950s-1960s

Miles M. 65 Gemini 1A G-AKHO
Miles M.65 Gemini 1A G-AKHO (msn 6518) fresh off the production line at Woodley. First registered on 31 October 1947 G-AKHO was exported to Madagascar as F-BDAI in February 1948. Date: circa 1948

Miles M. 38 Messenger 2A G-AJOE
Miles M.38 Messenger 2A G-AJOE (msn 6367) at Woodley. Registered on 24 June 1947 and sold to Reproducers and Amplifiers Ltd. Wolverhampton. Date: 1947

Handley Page (Reading) H. P. R. 1 Marathon G-AMAY
Handley Page (Reading) H.P.R.1 Marathon G-AMAY in storage at Woodley prior to conversion to T.11 Date: circa 1951

Handley Page (Reading) H. P. R. 1 Marathon G-ALVW
Handley Page (Reading) H.P.R.1 Marathon G-ALVW in storage at Woodley prior to conversion to T.11 Date: circa 1951

Test Valley SO51 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Test Valley SO51 7

Stockport SK6 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Stockport SK6 1

Wokingham RG5 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wokingham RG5 3

Ella woman long curls Jamess Woodley American
Ella - woman with long curls; James S. Woodley (American, active 1860s); 1865 - 1875; Albumen silver print

young man seated table Jamess Woodley American
young man seated at a table; James S. Woodley (American, active 1860s); 1870 - 1875; Albumen silver print

Pastor uniform Jamess Woodley American active 1860s
Pastor in uniform; James S. Woodley (American, active 1860s); 1865 - 1870; Albumen silver print

R. L Kunkle Jamess Woodley American active 1860s
R.L. Kunkle; James S. Woodley (American, active 1860s); 1865 - 1870; Albumen silver print

Young Woodley by John van Druten
Promotional postcard for Young Woodley by John van Druten. First publicly produced in England, New Theatre, 12th February 1928. Front of flyer for transfer to the Queens Theatre

A. E. W. MASON (1865-1948). Alfred Edward Woodley Mason. British writer. Caricature lithograph
A.E.W. MASON (1865-1948). Alfred Edward Woodley Mason. British writer. Caricature lithograph, 1908, by Max Beerbohm

Alfred Edward Woodley Mason (1865-1948) at his desk, 1902. AEW Mason, English novelist, is shown at the time The Four Feathers, his best known novel appeared

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"Woodley: A Journey Through Time and Aviation" Step into the world of Woodley, where history and aviation intertwine to create a captivating narrative. From the Bystander cover featuring Lady Veronica Blackwood by Madame Yevonde to the County Map of Berkshire from 1777, this place is steeped in rich heritage. The Miles M. 57 Aerovan 4 G-AJTC stands proudly as a symbol of innovation and progress, showcasing the remarkable advancements made in aviation. Its sleek design embodies the spirit of exploration that has always been at the heart of Woodley. As you stroll through its streets, you come across a shop front for Messrs Saunders and Woodley, Upholsterers on Regent Street in London. This engraving transports you back to an era when craftsmanship was revered and attention to detail was paramount. But it's not just about airplanes and upholstery; there's also a sense of community here. The Miles M. 18 Mk. 2 G-AHKY represents camaraderie among aviators who shared their passion for flight within these very skies. The Miles M. 71 Merchantman U-21 reminds us that Woodley played an integral role in transporting goods across vast distances, connecting people from different corners of the globe. And then there's the Miles M. 28 Mercury 5 G-AJFE - a testament to speed and agility - reminding us that dreams can take flight with determination and perseverance. In contrast, the Miles M. 38 Messenger 2A G-AKIM exudes reliability as it served faithfully during times when communication was key. The enchanting beauty continues with every turn as you encounter gems like the Miles M. 65 Gemini 1A G-AKHO – an aircraft that effortlessly captures hearts with its graceful presence. Woodley holds stories within its grasp; each plane tells tales untold until now – like those whispered by the Miles M.