Dyke Collection

A plan of the intended canal from Sheffield to Tinsley by W. and J. Fairbank, 1815
Includes Greenland Engine.Original at Local Studies S33S

Gypsy Lee, the fortune teller
Sketches of Gypsy life: a camp near Latimer Road near Notting Hill showing Gypsy Lee, the fortune teller at the Devils Dyke

Black Dyke Mills Band
Representatives from the Black Dyke Mills Band proudly showing off their National Championship, Crystal Palace, 1000 Guinea Trophy won on 29th September 1928. Their conductor was William Halliwell

Horsey Mill, Norfolk Broads National Park, Norfolk, England

The Dyke
Artist: Kiddier, William - Title: The Dyke - Date: 1921 - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Canvas 83.8 x 96.5

Fall / Pomeranian / 1962
CHAMPION GOLD NUGGET OF HADLEIGH Owner: Mrs Dyke Date: 1962

Howden Dyke Ferry, Goole, Yorkshire
Howden Dyke Ferry, Goole, near Howden, Yorkshire, England. Date: 1900s

hampshire down sheep
Antique illustration of a Hampshire down sheep

Charles I at Trial
CHARLES I OF ENGLAND The King at his trial in 1648

King Charles I - Players
Charles I of England

Louvre Paintings 1929
Van Dijks Charles I dominates this group of 17th century paintings hung rather unimaginatively in a gallery of the Louvre

Train Driver & Guards
Driver and guard on the Dyke Railway, part of the Southern rail network

James Graham Montrose
JAMES GRAHAM, marquis of MONTROSE - royalist soldier and statesman, did his best to subdue Scotland for Charles but defeated and hanged. with his autograph

William Hart Dyke
Sir WILLIAM HART DYKE Statesman, a noted rackets player in his younger days, educated at Harrow and ChristChurch, Oxford Date: 1837 - 1931

Montague Earl Lindsey
MONTAGUE BERTIE, second earl LINDSEY Scottish military commander Date: 1608 - 1666

George Lord Digby
GEORGE lord DIGBY statesman and diplomat, in exile during the Commonwealth. a catholic and an astrologer. with his autograph

Lucy Percy, Carlisle
Lucy Percy, countess of CARLISLE second wife of James Hay, first earl of Carlisle; political friend of Strafford and Pym Date: 1599 - 1660

The nap
Jeroen van de Wiel

Windmills Near Zaandam, 1871. Creator: Claude Monet
Windmills Near Zaandam, 1871. Following his exile in England during the Franco-Prussian War (1870-71), Monet stopped in Zaandam, a picturesque town near Amsterdam, from May through October of 1871

Dyke breach, 1765-1873. Creator: Cornelis van Hardenbergh
Dyke breach, 1765-1873

View of the Waterschans Bulwark, Bergen op Zoom, 1671. Creator: Josua de Grave
View of the Waterschans Bulwark, Bergen op Zoom, 1671

Sailing ship on the Beneden Merwede at the Papendrechtse Dijk, 1729. Creator: Aert Schouman
Sailing ship on the Beneden Merwede at the Papendrechtse Dijk, 1729. Dike between Papendrecht and Sliedrecht

Nouvelle Carte des Sept Departemens de la Hollande/ New map of the seven Dutch...(1811-1812). Creator: Jan Gerritsz
Nouvelle Carte des Sept Departemens de la Hollande (...) / New map of the seven Dutch departments. Divided pursuant to the decree of his Majesty the Emperor and King of October 21, 1811

Map of North Holland, c.1700-c.1710. Creator: Nicolaes Visscher
Map of North Holland, c.1700-c.1710. Kennemaria et Westfrisia vulgo et vernacule Noord-Holland tam in minores quam Praecipuas Ditiones...'

Map of the area between Bergen op Zoom and Steenbergen, 1630. Creator: Franciscus van Schooten
Map of the area between Bergen op Zoom and Steenbergen, 1630. Tabula Bergarum ad Zomam Stenbergae'. Showing fortresses, trees, hills, harbours, areas susceptible to flooding

View of dyke outside Amsterdam, 1785. Creator: Juriaan Andriessen
View of dyke outside Amsterdam, 1785

Figurative map, giving an indication of the main dike breaches, etc.: along the Rivers, 1809. Creator: Antoni Zürcher
Figurative map, giving an indication of the main dike breaches, etc.: along the Rivers, 1809. The area affected by flooding between the large rivers

View of the Inn De Schulp and the Herberg Rozendael on the Ringdijk in Amsterdam, 1700-1799. Creator: Anon
View of the Inn De Schulp and the Herberg Rozendael on the Ringdijk in Amsterdam, 1700-1799. On the left the Oetewaler Bridge over the Ringvaart

Landscape with two boys fishing in a canal, 1834-1892. Creator: Jan Hendrik Weissenbruch
Landscape with two boys fishing in a canal, 1834-1892. Pollarded willows, cows in a meadow in the background

View of Schenkenschans, 1666-1706. Creator: Jan van Call
View of Schenkenschans, 1666-1706

Map of Vlieland, Terschelling and the surrounding sandbanks, 1708 or later. Creator: Isaak de Graaf
Map of Vlieland, Terschelling and the surrounding sandbanks, 1708 or later. At top left the title: Flie en Schellinger stroom [stream], and a comment: Note the cyffers with black

Map of Noord-Holland, Texel, Vlieland, Terschelling, part of Friesland... 1712. Creator: Isaak de Graaf
Map of Noord-Holland, Texel, Vlieland, Terschelling, part of Friesland and the surrounding sandbanks, 1712. Top left, cartouche with the title Texel en Flie-stroom (Texel and the Flie-stream)

View of Loenen, c.1770-c.1780. Creator: Gerrit Zegelaar
View of Loenen, c.1770-c.1780

Horses at the gate, 1878. Creator: Anton Mauve
Horses at the gate, 1878

Houses on a dyke, 1870-1888. Creator: Anton Mauve
Houses on a dyke, 1870-1888

First rush of water through Gamboa dyke, Panama Canal, c.between 1910 and 1914. Creator: Unknown
First rush of water through Gamboa dyke, Panama Canal, c.between 1910 and 1914

The Breach of the Saint Anthony's Dike near Amsterdam, 1651. Creator: Jan Asselijin
The Breach of the Saint Anthony's Dike near Amsterdam, 1651

Saddlescombe, Devils Dyke, West Sussex - nr. Brighton
Saddlescombe Farm, Devils Dyke, a Hamlet in the South Downs, West Sussex - nr. Brighton Date: circa 1910

Socoa dyke at sunrise, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Pyrenees-Atlantiques, Nouvelle Aquitaine, France

Cows Grazing on Halvergate Marsh in Mist, Norfolk, England

Great view from the top of the Grimsel pass over the Grimselsee dam. Switzerland, Bernese Alps, Europe

The Dyke Railway Station near Brighton, West Sussex
The Dyke railway station near Devils Dyke in West Sussex, England which opened in 1887 and closed in 1939. Date: circa 1910s

Philip, Lord Wharton, 1632. Artist: Anthony van Dyck
Philip, Lord Wharton, 1632. Philip Wharton, 4th Baron Wharton (1613-1696), English soldier, politician and diplomat. The painting is part of the Mellon Collection, National Gallery of Art

A couple cycle along a section of dyke along the Wadden sea in NW Friesland, Holland, Netherlands

Brograve Mill, Norfolk Broads National Park, England

St. Benets Mill Reflecting in Dyke, Norfolk Broads National Park, Norfolk, England

Stracey Arms Mill Reflecting in Dyke, Norfolk Broads National Park, Norfolk, East Anglia, England

Africa, Namibia, Keetmanshop. Quiver trees and dolerite dykes

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"Dyke: A Journey Through History, Culture, and Nature" Embark on a captivating journey as we explore the multifaceted world of "dyke. " From its origins in the 19th century canal plans to its modern-day associations with music and fortune-telling, this term encompasses a diverse range of intriguing subjects. One notable reference to "dyke" takes us back to 1815 when W. And J. Fairbank unveiled their visionary plan for a canal stretching from Sheffield to Tinsley. This ambitious project aimed to connect communities and facilitate trade, leaving an indelible mark on Yorkshire's industrial landscape. Speaking of Yorkshire, the renowned Black Dyke Mills Band has enthralled audiences worldwide with their mesmerizing musical performances. Their harmonious melodies resonate through time, showcasing the power of creativity and passion. Intriguingly, our exploration also leads us to Gypsy Lee - a fascinating figure known as the fortune teller extraordinaire. With her enigmatic aura and mystical insights into destiny's tapestry, she captivates those seeking guidance along life's winding paths. Venturing further north towards Goole in Yorkshire lies Howden Dyke Ferry - an essential link connecting people across waterways. Its historical significance cannot be understated; it symbolizes unity amidst geographical boundaries while facilitating seamless travel experiences. Meanwhile, Montague Earl Lindsey stands tall as a testament to aristocratic heritage intertwined with natural beauty. This stately residence nestled within Norfolk Broads National Park offers breathtaking vistas that transport visitors into another realm altogether. Nature enthusiasts will delight in discovering Horsey Mill within Norfolk Broads National Park too. Amidst serene landscapes teeming with wildlife, this iconic windmill stands proudly as a reminder of England's rich history and commitment to preserving its natural treasures. Let us not forget Hampshire Down Sheep - gentle creatures that grace picturesque countryside scenes across Britain. These charming animals embody resilience while contributing to the agricultural heritage that has shaped rural communities.