Aldeburgh Collection

DSC1925 Scallop shell sculpture
The scallop shell sculpture designed by Maggi Hambling, made by Sam Pegg, Dennis Pegg, on Aldeburgh, beach, Suffolk, England

On the beach at Aldeburgh, Suffolk, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The Scallop sculpture by Maggie Hambling on the beach at Aldeburgh, Suffolk, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Scallop Sculpture by Maggi Hambling, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The Scallop sculpture by Maggie Hambling on the beach at Aldeburgh, Suffolk, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Orford Street, Orford, Suffolk
Orford Street, Orford, Woodbridge, near Aldeburgh, Suffolk, England. Date: 1910s

Stuart Knussen, bass-player in the English Chamber Orchestra, probably during the Aldeburgh Festival of 1961 Date: 1961

Peter Pears and Emanuel Hurwitz Aldeburgh Festival 1963
Peter Pears talking with Emanuel Hurwitz, violinist in the English Chamber Orchestra and Melos Ensemble during rehearsals of St Nicholas at Orford Church 23 June 1963 Aldeburgh Festival. Date: 1963

Yehudi Menuhin and Benjamin Britten Rehearsing
Yehudi Menuhin and Benjamin Britten rehearsing violin and piano in the Jubilee Hall for the Piano Trios recital in Aldeburgh Parish Church on 24 June 1963. Date: 1963

Benjamin Britten, Yehudi Menuhin
Rehearsal for Piano Trios Concert in the Aldeburgh Parish Church (24 June), Aldeburgh Festival 1963. Benjamin Britten (piano)

Aldeburgh Golf Club
A sketch showing members of the Aldeburgh Golf Club, including its captain, V.H.C. Longstaffe. Date: 1934

England / Aldeburgh / 1895
At this date, Aldeburgh, on the Suffolk coast, is still a thriving fishing village : but that bathing hut is a sign that the holidaymakers are coming

Janet Baker, Bryan Drake and Peter Pears
Janet Baker, Peter Pears and Bryan Drake rehearsing Schumann in the Jubilee Hall, for the concert in Aldeburgh Jubilee Hall on 21 June 1963, entitled Pot Pourri

Benjamin Britten, Yehudi Menuhin
Rehearsal for Piano Trios Concert in the Aldeburgh Parish Church (24 June), Aldeburgh Festival 1963. Benjamin Britten (piano)

On the beach at Aldeburgh, Suffolk, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Boats and beach at dawn, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Crag Path and Beach, Aldeburgh, Suffolk - Painted by artist Charles Howard for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Boat at Aldeburgh
A small blue and white fishing boat on the beach at Aldeburgh, Suffolk. A cloudy blue sky contrasts with the colour of the beach shingle

UK, England, Suffolk, Aldeburgh

Seafront, Aldeburgh, Suffolk
Seafront, Aldeburgh, near Thorpeness, Suffolk, England. Showing Bathing Machines Date: 1900s

The Beggars Opera, Aldeburgh Festival 1963
English Opera Group production of The Beggars Opera (John Gay, in Brittens realization) at the Jubilee Hall, Aldeburgh, 20 June 1963. Act III, near end; at Newgate Gaol

Benjamin Britten with Darien Angadi (treble) at the Jubilee Hall during the interval in the concert of Music in England 1863, in the Jubilee Hall, Aldeburgh on 29 June 1963 Date: 1963

Benjamin Britten and Fidelity Countess of Cranbrook
Benjamin Britten leaving the Choral and Orchestral Concert at Orford Church during the Aldeburgh Festival on 23 June 1963. Fidelity Countess of Cranbrook on the right. Date: 1963

Second Coxswain Mann of the Aldeburgh Lifeboat Station, 1909
Photographic portrait of Second Coxswain Mann, of the City of Winchester and Dresden, both Aldeburgh lifeboats; credited with saving hundreds of lives

High Street, Aldeburgh, Suffolk - Painted by artist Charles Howard for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Fishing Boats, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, England

Peter Pears, Emanuel Hurwitz violin and chorus
Peter Pears rehearsing the title role in Brittens Saint Nicolas at Orford Church, 23 June 1963. The Aldeburgh Festival Choir and the choir pf Ipswich High School for Girls fills the background

Heather Harper, Janet Baker, Peter Pears and Hervey Alan
Heather Harper (Left), Janet Baker, Peter Pears and Bryan Drake rehearsing Schumann in the Jubilee Hall, for the concert in Aldeburgh Jubilee Hall on 21 June 1963, entitled Pot Pourri

Adrian Beers playing Double Bass
Adrian Beers, double bass with ECO, during Noyes Fludde rehearsal at Orford Church, Aldeburgh Festival 1961 Date: 1961

Aldeburgh, Suffolk, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Hamblings Scallop, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, UK, 25 / 5 / 10. Creator: Ethel Davies
Scallop (2003) by Maggi Hambling (b1945), Aldeburgh, Suffolk. The sculpture celebrates the composer Benjamin Britten who lived locally. Aldeburgh, Suffolk, England, UK

Peter Pears Benjamin Britten and George Malcolm during rehearsals of St Nicholas at Orford Church, Aldeburgh Festival 1961 Date: 1961

Peter Pears 1961
Peter Pears at the Aldeburgh Festival 1961 Date: 1961

Peter Pears talking with Dorothy Strode 1961
Peter Pears and Dorothy Strode talking during an interval in the Aldeburgh Festival 1961 Date: 1961

Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears talking with unidentified man. Aldeburgh Festival, 1963 Date: 1963

Heather Harper, Janet Baker, Peter Pears and Bryan Drake
Heather Harper (Left), Janet Baker, Peter Pears and Bryan Drake rehearsing Schumann in the Jubilee Hall, for the concert in Aldeburgh Jubilee Hall on 21 June 1963, entitled Pot Pourri

Benjamin Britten, Maurice Gendron
Rehearsal for Piano Trios Concert in the Aldeburgh Parish Church (24 June), Aldeburgh Festival 1963. Benjamin Britten (piano)

England, Suffolk, Aldeburgh, Aldeburgh Beach and Colourful Seafront Buildings

England, Suffolk, Aldeburgh, High Street Shops

Martello Tower, the largest and most northerly of the chain of towers put up by the Board of Ordnance to keep out Napoleon, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, England

England, Suffolk, Aldeburgh, War Memorial Garden and Aldeburgh Museum

Fishing Boat, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, England

Aldeburgh Beach, early 1900s

Aldeburgh beach, Victorian period. Date: late 19th century

Promenade, Aldeburgh, Suffolk - Painted by artist Charles Howard for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Moot Hall, Aldeburgh, Suffolk - Painted by artist Charles Howard for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Town Steps, Aldeburgh, Suffolk - Painted by artist Charles Howard for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Slaughden Ferry, Aldeburgh, Suffolk - Painted by artist Charles Howard for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

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Aldeburgh, a picturesque coastal town in Suffolk, England, is home to many remarkable sights and events. One of its most iconic landmarks is the DSC1925 Scallop shell sculpture by Maggi Hambling. This magnificent artwork stands proudly on the beach, representing both the beauty of nature and the artistic spirit that thrives in Aldeburgh. The Scallop sculpture has become synonymous with this charming seaside town. It serves as a symbol of unity and creativity for locals and visitors alike who gather around it to admire its intricate design. Its presence adds an ethereal touch to Aldeburgh's already breathtaking coastline. Beyond the Scallop sculpture lies Orford Street, another gem within Aldeburgh's crown. This quaint street exudes charm with its traditional architecture and vibrant atmosphere. Walking along Orford Street feels like stepping back in time, immersing oneself in history while enjoying modern-day delights such as local shops and cafes. It also boasts a rich musical heritage thanks to the renowned Aldeburgh Festival founded by Peter Pears and Emanuel Hurwitz in 1963. The festival attracts world-class musicians from all corners of the globe who come together to celebrate their love for music amidst stunning surroundings. Stuart Knussen, a talented bass-player from the English Chamber Orchestra, has graced Aldeburgh with his melodic performances over the years. His captivating notes resonate through every corner of this enchanting town during festival season. But it isn't just classical music that fills Aldeburgh's air; it is also filled with stories from yesteryears when legends like Yehudi Menuhin and Benjamin Britten rehearsed here. Their harmonious melodies echoed through concert halls as they collaborated alongside esteemed artists like Janet Baker, Bryan Drake, and Peter Pears themselves. As we delve into Aldeburgh's past, we discover that its roots date back even further than these musical greats – all the way to 1895.