Calthorpe Collection

Mount Pleasant Hotel, Kings Cross, London
The Mount Pleasant Hotel at the corner of Kings Cross Road and Calthorpe Street, Central London. The building was originally erected in 1894 as one of Londons six Rowton Houses - large

Calthorpe Racing Car
1908 Tourist Trophy Race, 24th Sept, Calthorpe 4-cylinder racing car. Known as the Four Inch Race because that was the maximum size of cylinder bore allowed for entry. Race heId on Isle of Man

Calthorpe Gill IOM TT 1926
Calthorpe ridden by Gill IOM TT 1926

Blitz in London -- salvaged mail, Calthorpe Street, WW2
Blitz in London -- following the bombing of Mount Pleasant Post Office on 18 June 1943, salvaged mail was temporarily piled up in nearby Calthorpe Street. Date: 1943

Calthorpe 350 cc. Motorcycle
Calthorpe 350 cc. motorcycle, (first registered in Reading about July 1928). Date: circa 1935

New Museum and Art Galleries, Birmingham, 1885
Various views of the newly constructed museums and art galleries in Birmingham, England, 28th November 1885. Shown is the entrance, the lobby, the grand staircase, another interior view

Wild Darrie, by Christie Murray and H Herman (engraving)
1626605 Wild Darrie, by Christie Murray and H Herman (engraving) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wild Darrie, by Christie Murray and H Herman)

Cherwell OX16 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Cherwell OX16 9

Norfolk NR11 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Norfolk NR11 7

Hon F. S. G. Calthorpe (Warwickshire), 1928. Creator: Unknown
Hon F. S. G. Calthorpe (Warwickshire), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

Calthorpe 4-seater tourer, Cotswolds, c1920s. Artist: Bill Brunell
Calthorpe 4-seat tourer ca. 1920 1328 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. XE2612. Place:

Calthorpe 4-seater tourer, Fis Hill, near Broadway, Worcestershire, c1920s. Artist: Bill Brunell
Calthorpe 4-seat tourer ca. 1920 1328 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. XE2612.. Place: Fish Hill, near Broadway, Worcs

Calthorpe and Morris passing the Four Shire Stone, near Broadway, Worcestershire, c1920s
Right: Calthorpe 4-seat tourer ca. 1920 1328 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. XE2612. Left: Morris 2-seater 1495 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. PD5225. Place: The Four Shire Stone, near Broadway, Worcestershire

Calthorpe 4-seater tourer, Broadway Hill, Worcestershire, c1920s. Artist: Bill Brunell
Calthorpe 4-seat tourer ca. 1920 1328 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. XE2612. Place: Broadway Hill, Worcestershire

Calthorpe 4-seater tourer, Broadway, Worcestershire, c1920s. Artist: Bill Brunell
Right: Calthorpe 4-seat tourer ca. 1920 1328 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. XE2612. Left: Unidentified car Vehicle Reg. No. ??1606. Place: Broadway, Worcestershire

The Calthorpe Purse, c1900, (1936). A heraldic purse made around 1540 to commemorate the second marriage of Sir Henry Parker to Elizabeth Calthorpe, daughter of Sir Philip Calthorpe

Rowton House, Kings Cross, London
The Kings Cross Rowton House (built in 1894) at the corner of Kings Cross Road and Calthorpe Street, Central London. Rowton Houses, of which six were erected around London, were large, purpose built

Elizabeth Lady Parker
ELIZABETH LADY PARKER nee CALTHORPE Wife of SIR HENRY PARKER (2) Lady Woodhouse (3) Lady Drury Date: 16th century

Sir James Calthorpe, Gentleman
Sir James Calthorpe of Norfolk (1604-1652) -- Vera Effigies Jacobi Calthorpe de East Basham (ie Barsham) in Comitatu Norfolciae Armigeri

Blitz in London -- salvaged mail, Calthorpe Street, WW2
Blitz in London -- following the bombing of Mount Pleasant Post Office on 18 June 1943, salvaged mail was temporarily piled up in nearby Calthorpe Street

Calthorpes Cabriolet
The cabriolet of Lord Calthorpe : a light two- wheeled carriage whose hood can be raised or lowered, according to the clemency or otherwise of the weather

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"Calthorpe: A Legacy of History, Innovation, and Resilience" Step into the enchanting world of Calthorpe, a name that echoes through time with tales of grandeur and triumph. From the elegant Mount Pleasant Hotel in Kings Cross, London to the adrenaline-fueled Calthorpe Gill IOM TT race in 1926, this captivating place has left an indelible mark on history. In the realm of speed and power, Calthorpe Racing Car roared across tracks with unmatched prowess. Its sleek design and relentless spirit captivated audiences as it conquered every turn with grace and precision. But amidst moments of glory lies stories of resilience. The Blitz in London brought chaos and destruction; yet even amid the rubble, hope prevailed. Salvaged mail found solace within Calthorpe Street - a testament to human determination during World War II. Cruising through roads with unparalleled style was the iconic Calthorpe 350 cc Motorcycle. With its powerful engine purring beneath its frame, it became a symbol of freedom for riders who dared to embrace adventure on two wheels. Beyond engines revving and tires screeching lay another facet of Calthorpe's legacy - artistry. The New Museum and Art Galleries in Birmingham stood tall since 1885 as a haven for creativity where masterpieces came alive under its roof. Through decades that passed like fleeting moments, one thing remained constant - the allure of the mighty Calthorpe 350 cc Motorcycle. It became more than just transportation; it embodied dreams realized on open roads where wind whispered secrets only known by those who ventured forth. So let us celebrate this extraordinary journey through time – from luxurious hotels to daring races; from salvaging hope amidst war-torn streets to embracing artistic expressions; from roaring engines to exhilarating rides – all woven together by one remarkable name.