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Donoghue Collection

"Donoghue: A Legendary Jockey and Iconic Figure in British Horse Racing" Step into the world of horse racing history as we delve into the captivating life of Donoghue

Background imageDonoghue Collection: The Derby 1923 by Cecil Aldin

The Derby 1923 by Cecil Aldin
Leaving the post at the start of the Derby of 1923, a race famously won by Papyrus, owned by Mr B. Irish and ridden by Steve Donoghue

Background imageDonoghue Collection: Steve Donoghue by W. Smithson Broadhead

Steve Donoghue by W. Smithson Broadhead
Steve Donoghue (1884-1945), leading flat race jockey of the 1920s, pictured in a portrait by W. Smithson Broadhead specially commissioned by The Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News

Background imageDonoghue Collection: Caricatures at Royal Ascot, 1927

Caricatures at Royal Ascot, 1927
Weighing out for the cartoon stakes at Ascot - and some of the " the heads" whose colours have established a reputation for " showing up" at the Royal meeting

Background imageDonoghue Collection: British jockeys, 1934, (1935). Creator: Unknown

British jockeys, 1934, (1935). Creator: Unknown
British jockeys, 1934, (1935). Steve Donoghue, Joe Childs, Fred Fox, and Brownie Carslake (who was Australian). Donoghue and Childs celebrated their fiftieth birthday in 1934

Background imageDonoghue Collection: Papyrus, Derby winner 1923

Papyrus, Derby winner 1923
Mr B. Irish leads in his horse, Papyrus with jockey Steve Donoghue up, following its win in the 1923 Derby at Epsom. For Donoghue it was a third successive win in the race. Date: June 1923

Background imageDonoghue Collection: Front cover, Derby Supplement

Front cover, Derby Supplement
The front cover of the Derby Supplement, with vignettes of Lady James Douglas and Lord Woolavington at the top, and a reproduction of a painting by Alfred Munnings

Background imageDonoghue Collection: Reims-Cessna F172H G-AVIR

Reims-Cessna F172H G-AVIR (msn 0423), at Sywell with Jim Donoghue, in March 1978. Date: 1978

Background imageDonoghue Collection: Tatler cover - jockey Steve Donoghue & son Front cover of The Tatler featuring

Tatler cover - jockey Steve Donoghue & son Front cover of The Tatler featuring
Front cover of The Tatler featuring champion jockey, Steve Donoghue (1884-1945) with his son, Pat, at Salisbury. Donoghue Junior, aged 13

Background imageDonoghue Collection: Steve Donoghue wins fancy dress competition at St. Moritz

Steve Donoghue wins fancy dress competition at St. Moritz
Champion celebrity jockey Steve Donoghue dressed as a sailor, his winning costume at a fancy dress competition at the smart ski resort of St. Moritz

Background imageDonoghue Collection: Steve Donoghue, 1926 (colour litho)

Steve Donoghue, 1926 (colour litho)
473552 Steve Donoghue, 1926 (colour litho) by Ritchie, Alick Penrose Forbes (1868-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Steve Donoghue (1884-1945)

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Ireland, County Kerry, Killarney, Ross Castle

Background imageDonoghue Collection: Stephen Donoghue, Jockey and trainer, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie

Stephen Donoghue, Jockey and trainer, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
Stephen Donoghue, British jockey and trainer, 1926. Portrait of Donogue (1884-1945). Cigarette card with straight-line caricature, issued by John Player & Sons

Background imageDonoghue Collection: The Weighing Room at Hurst Park by John Lavery

The Weighing Room at Hurst Park by John Lavery picturing famous jockeys of the day - from left, McLachlan, Steve Donoghue (in the scales), Bullock, Smirke, Weston, Beary, Pat Donoghue, R

Background imageDonoghue Collection: A trio of stars on board the Mauretania

A trio of stars on board the Mauretania
Film star and comedian Charlie Chaplin, champion jockey Steve Donoghue and record breaking speed king Sir Malcolm Campbell travelling on board the Mauretania from America to London in 1931

Background imageDonoghue Collection: Woman police officer checking under a car, London

Woman police officer checking under a car, London
Woman police officer (Deirdre O Donoghue) checking under a car, probably during driving training. Date: circa 1960s

Background imageDonoghue Collection: The jockey Stephen Donaghues racing dramas (1926)

The jockey Stephen Donaghues racing dramas (1926)
Frank Bullock (Australian jockey champion- seen left) visited the Islington studio one day to see how his colleague Stephen Donoghue (far right) was enjoying his film experience

Background imageDonoghue Collection: Our Greatest Jockey

Our Greatest Jockey
A portrait of Steve Donoghue (1884-1945), who was a leading flat race jockey in the 1920 s, shown here in blue and red silks

Background imageDonoghue Collection: Steve Donoghue and son

Steve Donoghue and son
Stephen Donoghue (1884 - 1945), English flat race jockey who won the Epsom Derby six times. Pictured in The Tatler after heading up the winning list for the fourth year in succession on his horse

Background imageDonoghue Collection: Steve Donoghue on Gay Crusader

Steve Donoghue on Gay Crusader
Steve Donoghue (1884 - 1945), English flat race jockey who won the Epsom Derby six times. pictured riding Gay Grusader, who he rode to a win in the race in 1917.. Date: 1917

Background imageDonoghue Collection: Steve Donoghue - English flat-race jockey

Steve Donoghue - English flat-race jockey
Steve Donoghue (18841945) - a leading English flat-race jockey in the 1910s and 1920s. Champion Jockey 10 times between 1914 and 1923. Date: 1926

Background imageDonoghue Collection: Tim Donoghue, Jr. of Newburgh, New York, champion one-mile skater. Line engraving, 1880

Tim Donoghue, Jr. of Newburgh, New York, champion one-mile skater. Line engraving, 1880
ICE SKATER, 1880. Tim Donoghue, Jr. of Newburgh, New York, champion one-mile skater. Line engraving, 1880

Background imageDonoghue Collection: Joseph Donoghue, champion amateur skater. Line engraving, American, 1880

Joseph Donoghue, champion amateur skater. Line engraving, American, 1880
ICE SKATER, 1880. Joseph Donoghue, champion amateur skater. Line engraving, American, 1880

Background imageDonoghue Collection: 1919 Racing Season - some leading figures

1919 Racing Season - some leading figures
Leading figures of the 1919 racing season. Horses: 1. Tetratema, 2. Grand Parade, 3. Keysoe, 4. Buchan. Owners: 5. Lord Glanely, 6. Lord Derby, 7. Major Dermot McCalmont, 8. Mr J White

Background imageDonoghue Collection: 1923 Epsom Derby

1923 Epsom Derby
The 1923 Epsom Derby runners hug the rail as they round Tattenham Corner. In the lead is eventual winner Papyrus, with jockey Steve Donoghue on his way to a third successive victory in the race

Background imageDonoghue Collection: Steve Donoghue back in the saddle

Steve Donoghue back in the saddle
Steve Donoghue (1884 - 1945), English flat race jockey, winner of the Epsom Derby on six occasions pictured riding a donkey at a fete for disabled soldiers at Gifford House, Roehampton

Background imageDonoghue Collection: Steve Donoghue

Steve Donoghue

Background imageDonoghue Collection: Jockey / Steve Donoghue

Jockey / Steve Donoghue
Steve Donoghue, jockey, in the colours of Mrs Corlette Glorney


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"Donoghue: A Legendary Jockey and Iconic Figure in British Horse Racing" Step into the world of horse racing history as we delve into the captivating life of Donoghue. From his remarkable victories to his charismatic presence, this enigmatic figure left an indelible mark on the sport. In 1923, amidst a sea of cheering spectators at The Derby, Cecil Aldin immortalized Donoghue's triumph aboard Papyrus. This iconic painting captures the intensity and skill that propelled him to victory. Donning caricaturesque attire at Royal Ascot in 1927, Donoghue showcased not only his talent but also his playful spirit. His larger-than-life personality endeared him to fans and fellow jockeys alike. British jockeys of 1934 and 1935 stood side by side with Donoghue, highlighting his prominence within their ranks. With each race he conquered, he solidified himself as one of the greatest jockeys in British history. W. Smithson Broadhead's portrait immortalizes Steve Donoghue's steely determination and unwavering focus. It serves as a testament to his dedication both on and off the track. The front cover of The Tatler featuring Steve Donoghue alongside his son showcases a heartwarming bond between father and child amidst their shared passion for horseracing. Their love for each other mirrored their love for this exhilarating sport. Beyond racing glory, Steve Donoghue proved himself a man of many talents when he won a fancy dress competition at St. Moritz in unforgettable style. His zest for life shone through even beyond the racetrack. A vibrant lithograph from 1926 captures our protagonist mid-race; colors explode around him as if reflecting the electric energy that surrounded every moment spent with this extraordinary athlete.