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1950s Collection

Background image1950s Collection: A woman barmaid pulls a pint of beer for male customers in a London pub, England. 1950s

A woman barmaid pulls a pint of beer for male customers in a London pub, England. 1950s

Background image1950s Collection: Aerial view of Dartford, Kent including the A2. 13 September 1956

Aerial view of Dartford, Kent including the A2. 13 September 1956

Background image1950s Collection: Pub and large sign for The Prospect of Whitby, Wapping, London, England 1951

Pub and large sign for The Prospect of Whitby, Wapping, London, England 1951

Background image1950s Collection: A view of the river Thames from Richmond Bridge, London, England, with a pleasure

A view of the river Thames from Richmond Bridge, London, England, with a pleasure boat full of passengers just about to pass underneath. Late 1940s, early 1950s

Background image1950s Collection: A. H. Cadier, senior chef at the Brighton Pavilion is handed fake chickens by junior

A. H. Cadier, senior chef at the Brighton Pavilion is handed fake chickens by junior
A.H. Cadier, senior chef at the Brighton Pavilion is handed fake chickens by junior chef Lloyd Payne to demonstrate the operation of the huge open fireplaces of 1825 in the kitchens at the Royal

Background image1950s Collection: Romany gypsy family camped on Epsom downs during the race meeting on Epsom racecourse

Romany gypsy family camped on Epsom downs during the race meeting on Epsom racecourse, Surrey, England. Late 1940s, early 1950s

Background image1950s Collection: A view of Rotherfield, East Sussex

A view of Rotherfield, East Sussex

Background image1950s Collection: A young John Surtees sitting astride his Vincent motorbike at a race track

A young John Surtees sitting astride his Vincent motorbike at a race track. 1951

Background image1950s Collection: John ( in the sidecar ) and his father, Jack Surtees at a race meeting

John ( in the sidecar ) and his father, Jack Surtees at a race meeting. 1951

Background image1950s Collection: Kings Square ( Market Place ) Enfield Town, London, with the Kings Head Public House

Kings Square ( Market Place ) Enfield Town, London, with the Kings Head Public House and St Andrews Parish Church at the back. Late 1940s, early 1950s

Background image1950s Collection: Aerial view Swanley, Kent, England and the main road that runs through the town

Aerial view Swanley, Kent, England and the main road that runs through the town. 18 December 1958

Background image1950s Collection: Doctors at Queen Marys Hospital in Sidcup, Kent, have produced a film on the life

Doctors at Queen Marys Hospital in Sidcup, Kent, have produced a film on the life of one of their nurses as an aid to recruitment. Doctor L

Background image1950s Collection: Aerial view of the Joyce Green, Temple Hill Estate, Dartford, Kent. 18 December 1958

Aerial view of the Joyce Green, Temple Hill Estate, Dartford, Kent. 18 December 1958

Background image1950s Collection: A party of hop pickers on a farm near the village of Paddock Wood in Kent. 9th September

A party of hop pickers on a farm near the village of Paddock Wood in Kent. 9th September 1958

Background image1950s Collection: 31 January 1952 King George VI and Queen Elizabeth watch the take-off of the plane

31 January 1952 King George VI and Queen Elizabeth watch the take-off of the plane after saying goodbye to Princess Elizabeth who, with the Duke of Edinburgh, is off on a Royal tour to Kenya

Background image1950s Collection: Carts and boxes full of fruit and vegetables in Covent Gardens flower, fruit

Carts and boxes full of fruit and vegetables in Covent Gardens flower, fruit and vegetable market. A sign giving directions to St Pauls Church, Covent Garden, London, is seen on the building

Background image1950s Collection: Paris dog show becomes fashion show 10th July 1954

Paris dog show becomes fashion show 10th July 1954
As this woman shows, the Paris dog show has become a fashion show 10th July 1954

Background image1950s Collection: A Romany gypsy woman smoking her pipe at the Epsom Races. Late 1940s, early 1950s

A Romany gypsy woman smoking her pipe at the Epsom Races. Late 1940s, early 1950s

Background image1950s Collection: His Majesty Bao Dai, the Emperor of Vietnam, meets his wife and two of his children

His Majesty Bao Dai, the Emperor of Vietnam, meets his wife and two of his children on his arrival ion Nice. 23rd June 1950

Background image1950s Collection: The Lanes, Brighton The Meeting House, Julian Chalcraft antiques, R J Eales

The Lanes, Brighton The Meeting House, Julian Chalcraft antiques, R J Eales and Son repairs

Background image1950s Collection: A gypsy woman sitting on the steps to her Romany caravan in the gypsy camp on Epsom Downs

A gypsy woman sitting on the steps to her Romany caravan in the gypsy camp on Epsom Downs, Surrey, during the Epsom race meeting Late 1940s, early 1950s

Background image1950s Collection: Romany, gypsy family at Epsom Races. Late 1940s, early 1950s

Romany, gypsy family at Epsom Races. Late 1940s, early 1950s

Background image1950s Collection: Gypsy caravans parked on Epsom Downs during the Epsom Races. Late 1940s, early 1950s

Gypsy caravans parked on Epsom Downs during the Epsom Races. Late 1940s, early 1950s

Background image1950s Collection: John Surtees MV machine is clear of the ground as he roars over Ballaugh Bridge

John Surtees MV machine is clear of the ground as he roars over Ballaugh Bridge during the Junior International TT ( Tourist Trophy ) in the Isle of Man, Britain

Background image1950s Collection: With a felling axe, Harry ( Heathfield ) the Hedger of Charing, Kent, has cut

With a felling axe, Harry ( Heathfield ) the Hedger of Charing, Kent, has cut off the stumps of a hedge he previously trimmed. 6 February 1951 TopFoto

Background image1950s Collection: Sunday morning is dads day on Clapham Common

Sunday morning is dads day on Clapham Common. While mother cooks dinner, father takes the youngsters out to play and then perhaps a quick pint at the Windmill Inn. 1953

Background image1950s Collection: The river Thames at Richmond, London, England. 1950s

The river Thames at Richmond, London, England. 1950s

Background image1950s Collection: Coronation - children having a street party to celebrate

Coronation - children having a street party to celebrate. Norfolk Crescent, Sidcup photographer: John Topham colourised from original black & white image 2 June 1953

Background image1950s Collection: Glamorous American actress, Joi Lansing in a romantic embrace with her boyfriend

Glamorous American actress, Joi Lansing in a romantic embrace with her boyfriend in a car. 1950s

Background image1950s Collection: A Romany gypsy boy at the Epsom race meeting. Late 1940s, early 1950 s

A Romany gypsy boy at the Epsom race meeting. Late 1940s, early 1950 s
A Romany gypsy boy at the Epsom race meeting. Late 1940 s, early 1950 s

Background image1950s Collection: Gypsy girl with her basket of lucky heather. Late 1940s, early 1950s

Gypsy girl with her basket of lucky heather. Late 1940s, early 1950s

Background image1950s Collection: Houses in Bedford Square, Bloomsbury, London, England 1950s fifties

Houses in Bedford Square, Bloomsbury, London, England 1950s fifties. Style is Bloomsbury Group

Background image1950s Collection: Prince Albert 25, and his bride Princess Paola Ruffo Di Calabria, 21, pose for

Prince Albert 25, and his bride Princess Paola Ruffo Di Calabria, 21, pose for this official wedding picture amidst a wealth of flowers

Background image1950s Collection: Queen Mary Outside Marlborough House, London, England. 12 December 1952

Queen Mary Outside Marlborough House, London, England. 12 December 1952

Background image1950s Collection: King Paul and Queen Frederica of Greece driving to Salonicas Catheral St Demetrius

King Paul and Queen Frederica of Greece driving to Salonicas Catheral St Demetrius to attend a Divine Service as part of the celebrations for the 45th anniversary of the liberation of Salonica

Background image1950s Collection: His Imperial Highness Crown Prince Bao Long of Vietnam April 1953

His Imperial Highness Crown Prince Bao Long of Vietnam April 1953

Background image1950s Collection: The Proclamation by Queen Elizabeth II announcing Her Royal Coronation date of 2 June 1953

The Proclamation by Queen Elizabeth II announcing Her Royal Coronation date of 2 June 1953. Posted up outside Mansion House in the City of London, issued on 6 June 1952 ?TopFoto

Background image1950s Collection: Miss Katharine Peebles, governess to the royal children. Here Miss Peebles is

Miss Katharine Peebles, governess to the royal children. Here Miss Peebles is pictured with Princess Anne, on their return to London from Christmas at Sandringham in 1958. 1 February 1958

Background image1950s Collection: 7 February 1952 The first Court Circular from Clarence House, St. James mentioning

7 February 1952 The first Court Circular from Clarence House, St. James mentioning Queen Elizabeth II, although the Coat of Arms is still shown as Princess Elizabeth

Background image1950s Collection: A couple walking in the rain under an umbrella in Deans Yard, Westminster Abbey

A couple walking in the rain under an umbrella in Deans Yard, Westminster Abbey, London, England. 1940s, 1950s

Background image1950s Collection: Fish porters, traders and barrow boys in Billingsgate Fish Market, Lower Thames Street

Fish porters, traders and barrow boys in Billingsgate Fish Market, Lower Thames Street, London with St Magnus the Martyr church in background. Late 1940s, early 1950s

Background image1950s Collection: Old housing in Woolwich, London - 17 October 1951 A TopFoto

Old housing in Woolwich, London - 17 October 1951 A TopFoto
Old housing in Woolwich, London - 17 October 1951 eTopFoto

Background image1950s Collection: Vice Admiral William J. Marshall holding a bottle of bourbon and a cigarette. 2

Vice Admiral William J. Marshall holding a bottle of bourbon and a cigarette. 2 November 1959

Background image1950s Collection: John and Dorothy Surtees in their family motorcycle shop 1950s

John and Dorothy Surtees in their family motorcycle shop 1950s

Background image1950s Collection: The White Hart Hotel, Brasted, Kent - favourite pub of Battle of Britain pilots

The White Hart Hotel, Brasted, Kent - favourite pub of Battle of Britain pilots from RAF Biggin Hill during World War II. A roofer fixing the slates on the roof

Background image1950s Collection: A signed portrait of Winston Churchill taken by John Topham at Chartwell

A signed portrait of Winston Churchill taken by John Topham at Chartwell. 1953

Background image1950s Collection: Aerial view of Tollgate on the A2 near Gravesend, Kent. 17 November 1958

Aerial view of Tollgate on the A2 near Gravesend, Kent. 17 November 1958

Background image1950s Collection: Female motorcyclist, Brenda Bound, in full leathers at a local race meeting, Kent

Female motorcyclist, Brenda Bound, in full leathers at a local race meeting, Kent, England. 6 May 1959

Background image1950s Collection: 9 May 1954 Miss Tessa Covell and Miss Maureen McKenna, lady jockeys for the Pendarves

9 May 1954 Miss Tessa Covell and Miss Maureen McKenna, lady jockeys for the Pendarves Paynter Trophy

Background image1950s Collection: Mr Matt Kelly, head keeper at Manchesters Belle Vue Zoo, seems to have a job

Mr Matt Kelly, head keeper at Manchesters Belle Vue Zoo, seems to have a job ahead of him scrubbing this array of ivory

Background image1950s Collection: A Romany mother with her baby sitting on the steps of her caravan on Epsom Downs

A Romany mother with her baby sitting on the steps of her caravan on Epsom Downs during the races at Epsom race course, Surrey, England. Late 1940s, early 1950s

Background image1950s Collection: A Romany gypsy mother holds her baby at the Epsom Races. Late 1940s, early 1950s

A Romany gypsy mother holds her baby at the Epsom Races. Late 1940s, early 1950s

Background image1950s Collection: 29 March 1952 Bill Howard a Romany night watchman in Belgrave Square, talking to

29 March 1952 Bill Howard a Romany night watchman in Belgrave Square, talking to Fred Evans chauffeur to the Saudi Arabian Ambassador and ex chaffeur to the Duke of Alba Belgravia, London

Background image1950s Collection: Rubberised Asphalt Paving - The first roadway of its type

Rubberised Asphalt Paving - The first roadway of its type. Shown in three stages from rubber asphalt, precoated granite chipping and then the finished section

Background image1950s Collection: The happier side of Liverpool life, where races mix and happiness frustrates violence

The happier side of Liverpool life, where races mix and happiness frustrates violence

Background image1950s Collection: Jean Boutheney, a French chef born in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, chops a large pumpkin

Jean Boutheney, a French chef born in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, chops a large pumpkin
Jean Boutheney, a French chef born in Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Background image1950s Collection: King George VI shown on a television broadcast opening the new Chamber of the House of Commons

King George VI shown on a television broadcast opening the new Chamber of the House of Commons. Houses of Parliament, Westminster, London

Background image1950s Collection: For the first time, the Royal Maundy Service was held at Windsor, Berks, in the

For the first time, the Royal Maundy Service was held at Windsor, Berks, in the St Georges Chapel

Background image1950s Collection: Members of the royal family on the balcony at Buckingham Palace to watch the Royal

Members of the royal family on the balcony at Buckingham Palace to watch the Royal Air Force fly past which followed the Trooping the Colour in honour of the Queens birthday

Background image1950s Collection: Prince Leka - son of ex-king Zog of Albania training at Sandhurst 8th March 1958

Prince Leka - son of ex-king Zog of Albania training at Sandhurst 8th March 1958

Background image1950s Collection: The Queen, Princess Margaret and Princess Anne seen in the Royal car as they left

The Queen, Princess Margaret and Princess Anne seen in the Royal car as they left Euston Station this morning on their way to Buckingham Palace

Background image1950s Collection: Freedom of Dover for Churchill Winston Churchill inspecting the guard of honour by the Buffs

Freedom of Dover for Churchill Winston Churchill inspecting the guard of honour by the Buffs ( Royal East Kent Regiment ) outside Dover Town Hall, whilst receiving the Freedom of the Port

Background image1950s Collection: Mr Winston Churchill at the carnival today in Westerham Kent, the town where Mr

Mr Winston Churchill at the carnival today in Westerham Kent, the town where Mr Churchill has his private country home. The Carnival Queen was presented to him, she is Miss Jacqueline Musaphia

Background image1950s Collection: Churchill with Christopher Soames and Anthony Eden on his farm at Chartwell in Westerham

Churchill with Christopher Soames and Anthony Eden on his farm at Chartwell in Westerham Kent 1950

Background image1950s Collection: 9 May 1950 Queen Mary at the Earls Court section of the British Industries Fair

9 May 1950 Queen Mary at the Earls Court section of the British Industries Fair followed by Princess Mary the Princess Royal and Countess of Harewood

Background image1950s Collection: Royal Group Badmington, with Peter Townsend. c. 1953

Royal Group Badmington, with Peter Townsend. c. 1953
Royal Group Badmington, with Peter Townsend. c.1953

Background image1950s Collection: The Royal Australian Tour. Queen Leaves Melbourne Exhibition Building. Photo Shows: H

The Royal Australian Tour. Queen Leaves Melbourne Exhibition Building. Photo Shows: H
The Royal Australian Tour. Queen Leaves Melbourne Exhibition Building

Background image1950s Collection: Royal Tour of New Zealand H. M The Queen with Governor General Sir Willoughby Norrie

Royal Tour of New Zealand H. M The Queen with Governor General Sir Willoughby Norrie
Royal Tour of New Zealand H.M The Queen with Governor General Sir Willoughby Norrie during a garden party in her honour in Auckland, New Zealand. 28 December 1953

Background image1950s Collection: Royal Tour of Canada H. M The Queen is given a salute from a Mountie, a Royal Canadian

Royal Tour of Canada H. M The Queen is given a salute from a Mountie, a Royal Canadian
Royal Tour of Canada H.M The Queen is given a salute from a Mountie, a Royal Canadian Mounted Police Officer, as her holds the car door open on her arrival at Gander Airport in Newfoundland, Canada

Background image1950s Collection: H. M The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh at the Civic Reception in Masterton during

H. M The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh at the Civic Reception in Masterton during
H.M The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh at the Civic Reception in Masterton during the Royal Tour of New Zealand. 15 January 1954

Background image1950s Collection: Accompanied by the Duke of Edinburgh, H. M The Queen attended the conerts given in

Accompanied by the Duke of Edinburgh, H. M The Queen attended the conerts given in
Accompanied by the Duke of Edinburgh, H.M The Queen attended the conerts given in their honour by the High Commisioners for Australia and New Zealand at the Royal Festival Hall last evening

Background image1950s Collection: Small boy playing on the beach at Elmer Sands, Sussex, 1950 s

Small boy playing on the beach at Elmer Sands, Sussex, 1950 s

Background image1950s Collection: London. Bermondsey brightens up her bomb sites. 1950. Alma Grove, Bermondsey. Women

London. Bermondsey brightens up her bomb sites. 1950. Alma Grove, Bermondsey. Women working on a rock garden at the bottom of their gardens

Background image1950s Collection: View of the Elephant and Castle before the redevelopment work 1950s - London, England

View of the Elephant and Castle before the redevelopment work 1950s - London, England

Background image1950s Collection: Eero Saarinen, the famous Finnish architect points out features in his model of his

Eero Saarinen, the famous Finnish architect points out features in his model of his design for the Chancery Cuildings in the US Embassy in London

Background image1950s Collection: The unofficial strike of petrol tanker men is now seriously affecting London garages

The unofficial strike of petrol tanker men is now seriously affecting London garages, many of which are today displaying Sold Out notices

Background image1950s Collection: A view of the Swan and Edgar building and the statue of Eros in Piccadilly Circus, London

A view of the Swan and Edgar building and the statue of Eros in Piccadilly Circus, London

Background image1950s Collection: Busy market porters carrying boxes on their heads at Covent Gardens flower, fruit

Busy market porters carrying boxes on their heads at Covent Gardens flower, fruit and vegetable market near to the entrance of St Pauls Church, Covent Garden, London, England. Late 1940s, early 1950s

Background image1950s Collection: Construction workers working on a building site in central London, England

Construction workers working on a building site in central London, England

Background image1950s Collection: Siemens Factory and adjacent housing, Woolwich, London 17 October 1951

Siemens Factory and adjacent housing, Woolwich, London 17 October 1951

Background image1950s Collection: Boys fishing by the riverside on the Thames at Richmond, London, England, UK

Boys fishing by the riverside on the Thames at Richmond, London, England, UK. 1950s

Background image1950s Collection: Trafalgar Square looking down Whitehall towards the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben

Trafalgar Square looking down Whitehall towards the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, London, England. 1950s

Background image1950s Collection: John Surtees and his family and friends get down to some motorbike maintenance at a race meeting

John Surtees and his family and friends get down to some motorbike maintenance at a race meeting

Background image1950s Collection: John Surtees practising at Brands Hatch on his Norton motorbike. He is trying to

John Surtees practising at Brands Hatch on his Norton motorbike. He is trying to get fit after his crash and is taking things slowly but he hopes to be riding at the Easter races. 23 February 1957



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