5th Earl Howe Collection

The 5th Earl Howe, known for his passion for racing and love of fast cars, was a prominent figure in the motorsport world during the early 20th century

5th Earl Howe Collection: Mercedes-Benz SSKs of Malcolm Campbell and Earl Howe, Irish Grand Prix, Phoenix Park, Dublin, 1930

Mercedes-Benz SSKs of Malcolm Campbell and Earl Howe, Irish Grand Prix, Phoenix Park, Dublin, 1930
Mercedes-Benz 7000S cc. Entry No: 1. Driver: Campbell. M. Centre: Mercedes-Benz 7000S cc. Entry No: 2. Driver: Howe, Earl. Phoenix Park, Dublin. Irish Grand Prix. Date: 19.7.30

5th Earl Howe Collection: Earl Howe beside a Riley 9 Brooklands at the MAC Shelsley Walsh Hillclimb, Worcestershire, c1930s

Earl Howe beside a Riley 9 Brooklands at the MAC Shelsley Walsh Hillclimb, Worcestershire, c1930s
Riley 9 Brooklands 1089 cc. Event Entry No: 2.. Place: M.A.C. Shelsley Walsh Hillclimb. Date: Earl Howe

5th Earl Howe Collection: MG M Type 12 / 12 replica of Viscount Curzon, MG Car Club Trial, Waterworks Hill, Tring, 1931

MG M Type 12 / 12 replica of Viscount Curzon, MG Car Club Trial, Waterworks Hill, Tring, 1931
MG M type 12/12 replica. 847 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. MG768. Event Entry No: 18. Driver: Curzon, Viscount. Place: Waterworks Hill, Tring, Hertfordshie. M.G.C.C. Trial. Date: 15.2.31

5th Earl Howe Collection: Lagonda open 4-seater tourer, possibly owned by Earl Howe, Crystal Palace, London, 1939

Lagonda open 4-seater tourer, possibly owned by Earl Howe, Crystal Palace, London, 1939
Lagonda Open 4-seat tourer 4467 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. EPK135. Possibly owned by Earl Howe. Place: Crystal Palace Race Meeting. Date: 26.8.39

5th Earl Howe Collection: Viscount Curzons MG M type 12 / 12 replica competing in the Inter-Varsity Trial, November 1931

Viscount Curzons MG M type 12 / 12 replica competing in the Inter-Varsity Trial, November 1931
MG M type 12/12 replica. 847 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. MG768. Event Entry No: 48 Driver: Curzon, Viscount. Place: Inter-Varsity Trial. Date: Nov-31

5th Earl Howe Collection: ERA of Earl Howe and Alta of CK Mortimer competing in the Brighton Speed Trials, 1938

ERA of Earl Howe and Alta of CK Mortimer competing in the Brighton Speed Trials, 1938
Left: ERA Driver: Howe, The Earl. Finished: 1st. In class. Right: Alta Event Entry No: 24. Driver: Mortimer, C.K. Finished: 2nd. In class. Place: Brighton Speed Trials. Date: 1938

5th Earl Howe Collection: Earl Howe in his Delage at a BARC meeting at Brooklands, 25 May 1931. Artist: Bill Brunell

Earl Howe in his Delage at a BARC meeting at Brooklands, 25 May 1931. Artist: Bill Brunell
Delage GP 1486S cc. Event Entry No: 4 Driver: Howe, The Earl Winner of Gold star. Place: Brooklands. B.A.R.C. Date: 25.5.31

5th Earl Howe Collection: Sir Henry Birkins Bentley leading Earl Howes Bugatti Type 54, BARC meeting, Brooklands

Sir Henry Birkins Bentley leading Earl Howes Bugatti Type 54, BARC meeting, Brooklands
Bentley 4398S cc. Driver: Birkin, Sir H.R.S. Retired. Background Bugatti Type 54 4900S cc. Driver: Howe, The Earl. Place: Brooklands. B.A.R.C. Date: 16.5.32

5th Earl Howe Collection: Earl Howe at the BARC Meeting, Brooklands, 25 May 1931. Artist: Bill Brunell

Earl Howe at the BARC Meeting, Brooklands, 25 May 1931. Artist: Bill Brunell
Place: Brooklands. B.A.R.C. Meeting. Date: 25.5.31. Howe, The Earl

5th Earl Howe Collection: Earl Howes Delage GP leading ER Halls Bentley at the BARC Meeting, Brooklands, 25 May 1931

Earl Howes Delage GP leading ER Halls Bentley at the BARC Meeting, Brooklands, 25 May 1931
Centre Delage GP 1488S cc. Event Entry No: 4 Driver: Howe, The Earl. Left of centre Bentley 4398 cc. Driver: Hall, E.R. Place: Brooklands. B.A.R.C. Meeting. Date: 25.5.31

5th Earl Howe Collection: Earl Howe in his Delage GP at the BARC Meeting, Brooklands, 25 May 1931. Artist: Bill Brunell

Earl Howe in his Delage GP at the BARC Meeting, Brooklands, 25 May 1931. Artist: Bill Brunell
Delage GP 1488S cc. Event Entry No: 4 Driver: Howe, The Earl. Place: Brooklands. B.A.R.C. Meeting. Date: 25.5.31

5th Earl Howe Collection: Earl Howe and Sir Henry Birkin racing at Brooklands, 1937

Earl Howe and Sir Henry Birkin racing at Brooklands, 1937. Sir Henry Ralph Stanley Tim Birkin, 3rd Baronet (1896-1933) and Francis Richard Henry Penn Curzon, 5th Earl Howe (1884-1964)

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The 5th Earl Howe, known for his passion for racing and love of fast cars, was a prominent figure in the motorsport world during the early 20th century. His influence on the track was evident as Whitney Straight triumphed at Brooklands with an impressive average speed. Earl Howe himself showcased his skills beside a Riley 9 Brooklands at the MAC Shelsley Walsh Hillclimb, leaving spectators in awe. He also made his mark in international races, with Mercedes-Benz SSKs driven by both Malcolm Campbell and himself dominating the Irish Grand Prix in Dublin. Earl Howe's enthusiasm extended beyond racing events; he participated in various trials and competitions such as the MG Car Club Trial where Viscount Curzon's replica caught everyone's attention. The Lagonda open 4-seater tourer, possibly owned by him, added elegance to Crystal Palace in London. His presence on the track continued to captivate audiences as he competed alongside CK Mortimer's Alta and ERA vehicles at Brighton Speed Trials. At BARC meetings held at Brooklands, Earl Howe showcased his driving prowess behind wheels like Delage GP and Bugatti Type 54 while being closely pursued by Sir Henry Birkin's Bentley. Earl Howe left an indelible mark on motorsports history through his remarkable performances that were immortalized by artists like Bill Brunell. His legacy lives on as one of the most influential figures of his time who pushed boundaries and set new standards for speed enthusiasts around the world.