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British Culture Collection (page 4)

"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of British Culture

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Brighton Seafront

Brighton Seafront
circa 1903: Crowds strolling along the seafront at Brighton, Sussex (Photo by London Stereoscopic Company/Getty Images)

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Durham Cathedral

Durham Cathedral
Durham, England

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Hadrians Wall, Evening Sunset

Hadrians Wall, Evening Sunset
The evening sunlight catching the wall and Highshield Crags and Crag Lough

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Foxhounds invading a Victorian house

Foxhounds invading a Victorian house
A member of the local fox hunt has followed the foxhounds into a smart house - thankfully, without his horse - where the behaviour of the hounds is causing considerable uproar

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Womens Vote

Womens Vote
1853: A cartoon about the effects of giving women the vote with the ladies candidate being a dashing young man and the mens just the opposite

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Charlotte Bronte

Charlotte Bronte
circa 1840: English novelist Charlotte Bronte (1816 - 1855). Original Artwork: Portrait by Thompson. (Photo by Rischgitz/Getty Images)

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: UK, Oxford, Portrait of John Locke (1632 - Oates), English philosopher

UK, Oxford, Portrait of John Locke (1632 - Oates), English philosopher
Unknown painter, Portrait of John Locke (Wringtone, 1632 - Oates, 1704), English philosopher

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: The fishing village of Staithes in the North York Moors, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The fishing village of Staithes in the North York Moors, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Coat of arms 17th century Clegge and Wall

Coat of arms 17th century Clegge and Wall
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blome s

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Coat of arms copperplate 17th century Elwes and Choke

Coat of arms copperplate 17th century Elwes and Choke
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blome s

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Map of British Isles, lithograph, lithograph, published in 1876

Map of British Isles, lithograph, lithograph, published in 1876
Map of British Isles. Lithograph, published in 1876

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: City map of London, lithograph, lithograph, published in 1877

City map of London, lithograph, lithograph, published in 1877
City map of London, United Kingdom. Lithograph, published in 1877

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: City of Truro green steam engine

City of Truro green steam engine

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Red jets flying in formation spewing coloured smoke behind them

Red jets flying in formation spewing coloured smoke behind them

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: St. George of merry England

St. George of merry England
Vintage engraving of a verse from Spensers Faerie Queene, with an image of Saint George and the Dragon. 1892

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: St Brides Church

St Brides Church
1929: Exterior of St Brides Church, Fleet Street, London, designed by British architect Christopher Wren. (Photo by Central Press/Getty Images)

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Holmess Creator

Holmess Creator
circa 1930: Scottish novelist Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Good Friday

Good Friday
April 1912: A religious procession passes through Southwark on Good Friday. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Tower of London with ravens circling above

Tower of London with ravens circling above
The Tower of London viewed over the River Thames from South Bank, London, England.The ravens of the Tower of London are a group of captive Common Ravens which live in the Tower of London

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Chesil Beach on a fine day

Chesil Beach on a fine day
A view along Chesil Beach on a fine day; taken halfway along the shoreline of this 29km UNESCO Heritage Site on the Jurassic Coast of southern England

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: London, River Thames

London, River Thames
England, LondonA view of the river Thames, the HMS Belfast and the Tower of London on the background

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Dylan Thomas

Dylan Thomas
10th August 1946: Welsh poet and playwright Dylan Thomas (1914 - 1953), relaxing outside. Original Publication: Picture Post - 4156 - Nest Of Singing Birds - pub

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Brighton Belle

Brighton Belle
Martha Gunn an elderly woman who helps women bathers into the sea in Brighton, Sussex. Original Artwork: Artist - Robert Dighton (1752 - 1814) (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Jaguar XK120

Jaguar XK120
21st October 1950: Classic British car the 3.5 litre Jaguar XK120, in its time the fastest production sports car, in the driveway of a country house

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Illustration from London Underground World War I

Illustration from London Underground World War I
During the war women did many jobs which previously had been considered only suitable for men. The Gatewoman. At the bottom are the soldiers in France who would have been doing this job in peacetime

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Poster for recruitment from World War II, by Abram Games, illustration, 1941-1942

Poster for recruitment from World War II, by Abram Games, illustration, 1941-1942
England, 20th century, Second World War - Airborne Forces. The Airborne Forces of the British Army consist of parachute troops and glider-borne troops of all arms of the service

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Beach and pier, Eastbourne, East Sussex, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Beach and pier, Eastbourne, East Sussex, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: The Hepworth Gallery, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The Hepworth Gallery, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Houses of Parliament and Big Ben in snow, Parliament Square, Westminster, London, England

Houses of Parliament and Big Ben in snow, Parliament Square, Westminster, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: View along the River Windrush, Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire, Cotswolds, England

View along the River Windrush, Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire, Cotswolds, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Wooburn Town at dusk, Wooburn Green, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Wooburn Town at dusk, Wooburn Green, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Canterbury Cathedral, UNESCO World Heritage Site, with nativity diorama at dusk, Canterbury, Kent

Canterbury Cathedral, UNESCO World Heritage Site, with nativity diorama at dusk, Canterbury, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Soldiers at Trooping the Colour 2012, The Queens Official Birthday Parade, Horse Guards

Soldiers at Trooping the Colour 2012, The Queens Official Birthday Parade, Horse Guards, Whitehall, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Victorian London - Barnes Bridge

Victorian London - Barnes Bridge
Vintage engraving showing a scene from 19th Century London England. A large crowd of people gather to watch the boat race on the Thames some on the beams under Barnes Bridge

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Great Harry, english war ship under Henry VIII, published 1880

Great Harry, english war ship under Henry VIII, published 1880
The Great Harry was built at Woolwich and launched in 1514, during the reign of Henry VIII. She was one of the first ships of war to carry gun ports. These allowed her to fire a broadside

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Vanity Fair Print - Thomas Erskine May 1st Baron Farnborough

Vanity Fair Print - Thomas Erskine May 1st Baron Farnborough
Victorian caricature of Thomas Erskine May, 1st Baron Farnborough. By Ape (Carlo Pellegrini). Vanity Fair 1871

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: East India Merchants achievement copperplate 17th century

East India Merchants achievement copperplate 17th century
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blome s

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Botallack Copper Mine, Cornwall - 1833 woodcut

Botallack Copper Mine, Cornwall - 1833 woodcut
Woodcut illustration from The Saturday Magazine, Volume 87, November 9th, 1833, an educational magazine under the Direction of the Committee of General Literature

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Carp engraving 1812

Carp engraving 1812
RURAL SPORTS by the Reverend William Barker Daniel

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Fish chub hooks engraving 1812

Fish chub hooks engraving 1812
RURAL SPORTS by the Reverend William Barker Daniel

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Illustration of 1934 M-10000 internal combustion engine (USA), 1938 4468 Mallard

Illustration of 1934 M-10000 internal combustion engine (USA), 1938 4468 Mallard, 1941 Big Boy Steam locomotive (USA)

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Kew Botanical Gardens, Richmond-On-Thames, Surrey

Kew Botanical Gardens, Richmond-On-Thames, Surrey
Colourful flower-beds in the beautifully maintained Kew Botanical Gardens overlooking the lake, Richmond-Upon-Thames, Surrey, England

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace, New Guard marching, colourful spectacle

Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace, New Guard marching, colourful spectacle and British pageantry, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Gladstones House

Gladstones House
circa 1890: Hawarden Castle in Flintshire, North Wales, home of British prime minister William Ewart Gladstone (1809 - 1898). (Photo by London Stereoscopic Company/Getty Images)

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Dublin Horse Show

Dublin Horse Show
29th August 1912: The crowd in the Grandstand. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Air Pageant

Air Pageant
circa 1927: A line of aeroplanes awaiting rehearsals for Hendon Air Pageant. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageBritish Culture Collection: Tooting Fire Brigade

Tooting Fire Brigade
27th February 1908: A motorised fire engine leaves Upper Tooting Fire Station, in London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)



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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of British Culture: From Historic Landmarks to Timeless Traditions" Immerse yourself in the captivating essence as you witness The Flying Scotsman gracefully arriving at Goathland station on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway. Feel the nostalgia and literary brilliance surrounding you, just like the Bronte Sisters did when they penned their timeless works. Marvel at Smeatons Tower on The Hoe, overlooking The Sound in Plymouth, Devon. Let your imagination soar as you gaze upon Clifton Suspension Bridge adorned with vibrant hot air balloons during Bristol Balloon Fiesta in August. Step back in time to 1948 and stroll through Glasgow's Gorbals area, where two young boys traverse its streets, capturing a glimpse into everyday life. Experience awe-inspiring beauty at Salisbury Cathedral in Wiltshire, England - an architectural masterpiece that stands tall for centuries. Venture into Burnsal within Yorkshire Dales National Park and be enchanted by its picturesque landscapes that have inspired countless artists throughout history. Pay homage to Lancaster Bomber's heroic legacy - a symbol of resilience and bravery etched into British history. Indulge your taste buds at Harveys Brewery on River Ouse in Lewes, East Sussex. Savor traditional brews crafted with passion and expertise while soaking up the charming riverside atmosphere. Ascend the spiral staircase of Queens House in Greenwich and admire its intricate design - a testament to Britain's rich artistic heritage. Ride Cliff Tramway down to Saltburn by the Sea's pier; let salty sea breeze invigorate your senses amidst Redcar and Cleveland's breathtaking coastal scenery. Witness Grenadier Guards marching towards Wellington Barracks after an enchanting Changing of Guard ceremony - a quintessential London experience that embodies tradition and regal elegance. From historic landmarks to cherished traditions, British culture weaves together tales of resilience, creativity, and unwavering spirit. Discover this extraordinary tapestry that has shaped a nation and captivated the world.