Contestants Collection

Patricia Desouza, aged 19, and fiance Ted Williams 21 of Holmcliffe, Barnet, but currently stationed at RAF Merryfield in Somerset. 24th October 1955

The billiard monarchs, contestants in the grand national bil

Horse Shows - Janette Allen (Left) Helen Buchanan, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Horse Shows - Janette Allen (Left) Helen Buchanan, 1912

Irene Hogan, aged 20 years old, from Liverpool, is crowned Miss Littlewood 1960, at the Liverpool Stadium, Thursday 12th November 1959, she was one of seven finalists selected from 10

Gila Golan, Polish-born, Israeli fashion model and actress, in the UK for the premiere of new film, Our Man Flint, in which she stars, pictured in London, 17th March 1966

Evangeline Reyes, Miss Philippines beauty pageant contestant, unveils Tsaritsar Spring Collection in Pont Street, London, Wednesday 15th November 1972

Celine Dion, Canadian singer aged 20 years old, representing Switzerland, will be performing her song, Ne partez pas sans moi (Don t Leave Without Me)

Young men ogle contestants in Miss Wet T-Shirt contest
Young men ogle contestants in a Miss Wet T-Shirt contest in a Manchester pub. Date: circa 1979

Miss Beautiful Eyes Contest. 1973

Miss United Biscuits winner from Billingham. 1975

Miss England Beauty Competition 1968, the Lyceum Ballroom, London, Friday 26th April 1968. Jennifer Lowe Summers is crowned Miss England 1968

Miss England Beauty Competition 1969, the Lyceum Ballroom, London, Friday 16th May 1969. Myra Van Heck is crowned Miss England 1969

The News of the World Star Gala. 10th May 1969

1958 Miss World Beauty Contestants, pictured standing together outside their hotel, The Westbury, London, 5th October 1958

Dagmar Winkler, Miss Germany, Miss World Contestant, Photo-call at the Britannia Hotel, Grosvenor Square, London, 30th October 1977

Reita Faria, Miss India, is crowned Miss World 1966. 17th November 1966

Miss Great Britain 1965, Diane Westbury, 21 year old model from Bowden, Cheshire, pictured at Morecambe, 25th August 1965

Carole Fletcher, 19 from Southport, newly crowned Miss Great Britain, Pictured in London, 4th September 1966

Carole Fletcher, 19 from Southport, crowned Miss New Brighton, New Brighton swimming baths, Cheshire, 24th August 1966. Pictured with runners up, Diane Parker and Elizabeth

Miss World Contestants, Photo-call at the Lyceum Ballroom, London, Friday 12th November 1965. L - R, Miss United Kingdom - Lesley Langley, Miss United States - Dianna Lynn Batts

Miss World Competition, Lyceum Ballroom, London, Friday 19th November 1965. Miss United Kingdom - Lesley Langley - is crowned Miss World

Miss UK 1964, Ann Sidney, Winner Miss World 1964, wearing national themed dress at Variety Club luncheon, the Savoy Hotel in London, 10th November 1964

Maria Stevens, Beauty Queen and reigning Miss Aston Villa, aged 21 from Edgbaston, Birmingham, 5th April 1985

Maria Stevens, UK Finalist for Miss Hawaiian Tropic, pictured in Hyde Park, London, 19th September 1984

Maria Stevens, Beauty Queen crowned Miss Sandwell by last years winner Debby Tarrant, 14th July 1983

Maria Stevens, Beauty Queen and regional winner of Miss Hawaiian Tropic competition, 13th July 1948

Engelbert Humperdinck meets Miss World Contestants 15th November 1970

Contestants hoping to be crowned Miss World 1980. Miss Germany - Gabriella Brum, November 1980

Miss World 1980, Miss Germany Gabriella Brum breakfast photocall with Lord Mayor of London 14th November 1980. Miss Germany Gabriella Brum

Miss TV Europe 1973 Beauty Contest, Sylvia Kristel from Holland, aged 20 years old, winner of the Miss TV Europe competition, pictured at television studios, Thursday 4th January 1973

Miss TV Europe 1973 Beauty Contest, Sylvia Kristel from Holland, aged 20 years old, winner of the Miss TV Europe competition, pictured at television studios, Thursday 4th January 1973

Procession of Wrestlers for a Fundraising Match (Kanjin ozumo dohyo-iri no zu), early 1850s

The Judgement of Paris, from the House of the Atrium, Antioch, c. 115 AD (mosaic)
XIR53230 The Judgement of Paris, from the House of the Atrium, Antioch, c.115 AD (mosaic) by Roman, (2nd century AD); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: beauty contest with Paris, a shepherd)

The Ladies Archery Match (engraving)
729242 The Ladies Archery Match (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ladies Archery Match in the Royal Toxophile Societys Grounds, Regents Park)

Contestants for £100 Prize Beauty Contest, 1913 (b / w photo)
5998573 Contestants for £ 100 Prize Beauty Contest, 1913 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Contestants for £ 100 Prize Beauty Contest)

A toy-making competition (colour litho)
2807698 A toy-making competition (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A toy-making competition. Competitors workshop. Concours de jouets)

The Haxey Hood football game 1970. 29th December 1970

Addenbrookes Hospital Nurses (front to back) Jean Lees, Elizabeth Redfurn, Ruth Jameson and Susan Bendall compete in a Bed Making Competition, Cambridge, Wednesday 11th January 1978

Hellen Le Fever, first entrant in this years Miss Merry Hill Competition, aged 19, she works at the Ten Screen Cinema, Merry Hill Shopping Centre in Brierley Hill, Metropolitan Borough of Dudley

Children Fancy Dress Competition held at Cheylesmore Community Centre, Coventry, Friday 26th July 1974, pictured, Timmy Vannart aged 7, dressed as a Native American Indian

Halle Berry Miss USA at the Daily Express, Fleet Street, London - November 1986

Miss Nightclub of Great Britain, Beauty Competition Queen representing The Excell Nightclub, Linthorpe Road, Middlesbrough, Circa 1971

Miss Carol Deans in Miss Littlewood contest. 1973

Dairy Queen of Cleveland is a farmers daughter. 1975

Redcar - Miss Teesside Show. 1972

Miss England competition. 1972

Newhouses Beauty Queen aids charity. 1972

Billingham beauty queen. 1976

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"Captivating Contestants: A Glimpse into the World of Beauty, Talent, and Bravery" Patricia Desouza, aged 19, and her fiancé Ted Williams 21 from Holmcliffe, Barnet, embark on a thrilling journey as contestants in the grand national billiards championship. Carole Fletcher, a radiant 19-year-old from Southport, shines brightly after being crowned Miss New Brighton in Cheshire on August 24th, 1966. Young men can't help but ogle at the stunning contestants participating in the exhilarating Miss Wet T-Shirt contest; beauty meets excitement. Even amidst the hardships of WWII at Stalag XXI-D PoW camp, British soldiers find solace and laughter through an entertaining drag show performed by their fellow comrades-turned-contestants. Liverpool's own Irene Hogan steals hearts as she is crowned Miss Littlewood of 1960; her grace and charm captivate all who witness her reign. Gila Golan—a Polish-born Israeli fashion model turned actress—exudes elegance and style as she takes center stage among esteemed contestants around the world. Evangeline Reyes represents Philippines with pride as she competes in the prestigious Miss Philippines beauty pageant; her inner radiance shines brighter than any crown could ever reflect. At just 20 years old representing Switzerland, Celine Dion mesmerizes audiences worldwide with her angelic voice during an unforgettable performance at a renowned singing competition. The enchanting eyes of numerous beauties steal hearts during the captivating Miss Beautiful Eyes Contest held in 1973; their gaze leaves lasting impressions on all who behold them. Billingham witnesses sheer talent when its very own contestant emerges victorious as Miss United Biscuits winner in 1975—an embodiment of grace combined with delectable charm.