Boulton Collection

Boulton and Watt steam engine with planetary gear, 1795 Date: 1795

General view of the engine Date: 1795

Boulton Paul Defiant fighter; Second World War, 1940

Bakers Delivery Van 1, Malmesbury, Wilts (No livery)
Fred and Elsie Boulton; son and daughter of Richard Boulton stood by the bakery delivery van. Fred drove the delivery van and Elsie worked in the bakery

Advert for Boulton & Paul, Ltd, conservatories 1905
Advertisement for portable artistic wood and iron buildings. Date: 1905

Blackburn YA. 1 Firecrest RT651
Blackburn YA.1 Firecrest RT651 at the 1947 SBAC Radlett air-show, parked next to the first prototype Boulton Paul Balliol VL892

James Watt, Scottish engineer and inventor, 1833. Watt (1736-1819) was born at Greenock on the Clyde, Scotland, and showed an interest in engineering and invention from an early age

Boulton Paul Overstrand Bomber - RAF
Boulton Paul " Overstrand" High-speed Day or Night Bomber, powered by two Bristol Pegasus 600hp engines. No.101 (B) Squadron. Date: 1935

Bakerboy, Malmesbury, Wiltshire
Reggie Trott, Baker boy, R Boulton and Son Bakery, Malmesbury, Wiltshire, England. Date: circa 1925

Boulton and Watt engine, drawing

Ground plan of the engine, boilers Date: 1795

Boulton Paul Defiants of 264 Squadron at Kirton-in-Lindsey during the summer of 1940. Including NI536. Date: 1940

Engineers laying a new electric cable at Croydon Airport in March 1935. Among the aircraft in the background are Boulton & Paul P71A, G-ACOX, Boadicea, of Imperial Airways; Short L17, G-ACJJ

Boulton Paul P75 Overstrand J9770
Boulton Paul P75 Overstrand, J9770

Matthew Boulton / Sharp
Matthew Boulton Engineer

The Tale of a Tea-kettle' (London, 1844). Wood engraving
541201 The Tale of a Tea-kettle' (London, 1844). Wood engraving.; (add.info.: James Watt as a boy watching the kettle boiling in the fire)

Birthplace of James Watt shortly before it was demolished in 1887 (engraving)
541195 Birthplace of James Watt shortly before it was demolished in 1887 (engraving); (add.info.: Watt (1736-1819), Scottish engineer and inventor, was born at Greenock on the Clyde, Scotland

BOULTON, Matthew (1728-1809). English engineer. Litography
CUL4850770 BOULTON, Matthew (1728-1809). English engineer. Litography. by Unknown Artist; (add.info.: BOULTON, Matthew (1728-1809). English engineer. Litography.); Photo © JBP/AIC.

Robin Lindsay Neale, Chief Test Pilot, Boulton Paul Aircraft, alongside the Boulton Paul P108

Boulton Paul Defiant Mk 1 / I
Boulton Paul Defiant Mk 1 of the RAF Parked Without Machine-Gun Installed in the Gun-Turret, One of the First Production-Batch of 87 Aircraft Delivered to the Raf Date: 1939

Boulton Paul group at Mousehold Aerodrome in 1933. From?
Boulton Paul group at Mousehold Aerodrome in 1933. From left: Major Jack Stewart, OBE; Capt J. Dawson Paul, John Carter, J.D. North and Sqn Ldr C.A. Rea, AFC. Date: 1933

Boulton Paul Chief Test Pilot, A. E. Gunn, with his assistant
The newly-appointed Boulton Paul Chief Test Pilot, A.E. Gunn, right, with his assistant Lt R. Mancus alongside a Boulton Paul Balliol, May 1949. Date: 1949

Boulton Paul Defiant F. I N1671 - D-EW
Boulton Paul Defiant F.I N1671 / D-EW, at the Royal Air Force Museum, Hendon, on 30 December 1991. Date: 1991

WW2 - Defiants In Formation
A photograph of three British WW2 Boulton Paul Defiant interceptor aircrafts flying in formation. Date: circa 1940s

Supermarine Spitfire LF Mk. IXb MH415, marked as N3314
Supermarine Spitfire LF Mk.IXb MH415, marked as N3314 CD-F, on the flight line for filming of The Battle of Britain, at Duxford airfield in July 1968

Supermarine Spitfire LF Mk. XVIE TE184 M - EM
Supermarine Spitfire LF Mk.XVIE TE184 M - EM, ex Royal Air Force, in the RAF Museum Reserve Collection at RAF Finningley, sandwiched between the sole surviving Boulton Paul Defiant, and an Avro 707

Boulton Paul P. 111 VT935
Boulton Paul P.111 VT935, in the aero-structures hangar at the College of Aeronautics, Cranfield Aerodrome, on 30 June 1962

Photograph of James Watt Planing Machine, originally installed in the Soho Foundry of Boulton and Watt, Birmingham which was purchased by Avery in 1895. Showing the planing machine. Date: circa 1920

Photograph of Old Face Plate Lathe, originally installed in the Soho Foundry of Boulton and Watt, Birmingham which was purchased by Avery in 1895. 3-speed gear and differential. Date: circa 1920

James Watt during his experiments in sculpture copying
Items produced/used by James Watt during his experiments in sculpture copying, 1809. Date: circa 1809

Bust used by James Watt during his experiments in sculpture copying. Date: circa 1809

James Watt's studio at his residence, Heathfield Hall
James Watt's lathe and vice-bench at Heathfield Hall, Handsworth, later owned by George Tangye. Date: circa 1809

James Watt's Sculpture copying machinery (eidograph), taken at Watt's residence, Heathfield Hall, Handsworth, later owned by George Tangye. Date: circa 1809

Boulton and Paul Overstrand, WWII aircraft by A.F.D. Bannister

Boulton and Paul Defiants attacking Junkers 88Ks, WWII aircraft by A.F.D. Bannister

Andy Boulton England Blue Square UKOpen 2009 Reebok Stadium, Bolton, England 04 June 2009 Date: 04 June 2009

Boulton Paul Overstrand high-speed day or night bomber with two Britsol Pegasus 600hp engines - No.101 (a) Squadron. 1935

James Watt Planing Machine
Photograph of James Watt Planing Machine, originally installed in the Soho Foundry of Boulton and Watt, Birmingham which was purchased by Avery in 1895

Photograph of Old Face Plate Lathe, originally installed in the Soho Foundry of Boulton and Watt, Birmingham which was purchased by Avery in 1895. The lathe taking work up to 26 feet diameter

Letter from William Prime Marshall to Walter Raleigh Browne
Letter, 7 Dec 1883 from William Prime Marshall to Walter Raleigh Browne accompanying an explanation of James Watts Sculpture copying machinery (eidograph) - see BAW/14/001-2. Date: circa 1809

Bust produced by James Watt during his experiments in sculpture copying. Date: circa 1809

James Watts studio at his residence, Heathfield Hall, Handsworth, later owned by George Tangye. Date: circa 1809

James Watts residence, Heathfield Hall, Handsworth, later owned by George Tangye. Date: circa 1809

James Watts Sculpture copying machinery (eidograph)
Page 1 of explanation about James Watts Sculpture copying machinery (eidograph), including a sketch of the valves (BAW/14/032) and marked-up photograph (BAW/14/003) which the the note refers to

The Boulton and Paul "Sidestrand"(b / w photo)
3634225 The Boulton and Paul " Sidestrand" (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Boulton and Paul " Sidestrand")

Boulton coining press at the Royal Mint, Tower Hill, from The Saturday Magazine
1220244 Boulton coining press at the Royal Mint, Tower Hill, from The Saturday Magazine, 1836 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); The Royal Mint Museum, Llantrisant

Watt showing Boulton his First Beam Engine (litho)
5213042 Watt showing Boulton his First Beam Engine (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Watt showing Boulton his First Beam Engine)

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"Boulton: A Legacy of Engineering Excellence" From the General view of the engine to the Boulton and Watt steam engine with planetary gear, it has been synonymous with innovation in engineering. The name "Boulton" evokes images of groundbreaking machines and remarkable achievements. During the Second World War in 1940, the Boulton Paul Defiant fighter played a crucial role in defending nations. Its advanced design made it a formidable force against enemy aircraft, showcasing Boulton's commitment to military excellence. The Blackburn YA. 1 Firecrest RT651 further exemplifies Boulton's contributions to aviation history. This versatile aircraft served as an invaluable asset during challenging times, proving its reliability and durability. Beyond aviation, Boulton & Paul Ltd showcased their expertise in other domains too. In a 1905 advert for conservatories, they demonstrated their mastery over architectural designs that seamlessly blended functionality with elegance. James Watt himself was a Scottish engineer and inventor who left an indelible mark on history. His collaboration with Matthew Boulton revolutionized steam engines forever, leading to immense progress in industrialization. The RAF relied on the dependable performance of the Boulton Paul Overstrand Bomber during critical missions. Its capabilities were instrumental in safeguarding nations from threats above ground. 264 Squadron at Kirton-in-Lindsey proudly flew the iconic Boulton Paul Defiants - a testament to their trustworthiness even amidst adversity. These fighters stood tall as guardians of freedom during tumultuous times. Detailed drawings such as those depicting the intricate workings of a Boulton and Watt engine or providing ground plans for boilers showcase not only technical precision but also artistic craftsmanship inherent within every creation by this esteemed brand. In Bakerboy, Malmesbury Wiltshire lies evidence of how far-reaching and enduringly influential "Boultan" is - even small towns bear witness to its legacy through structures that have withstood the test of time.