East Midlands Collection (page 4)

Air raid wardens at one of their posts during the A. R. P. exercises in Derby
Air raid wardens at one of their posts during the A.R.P. exercises in Derby. 15th May 1939

Sandbags to the left, sandbags to the right, and sandbags all around. They are everywhere in Derby. This huge pile is seen against the walls of the Derby Borough Police. 15th September 1939

New recruits to the Derby Auxiliary Fire Brigade watching a fire-drill at Haslams old foundry. 15th September 1939

Somewhere in Derbyshire - Carpentry tools, varnish and paints line the walls of the woodwork room of a school in Derbyshire, where children, evacuated from the Manchester district

A wayward barrage balloon is brought under control in the Dean Street area of Derby. 15th October 1939

Some of the 800 children have been evacuated from a bombed Midlands city, taking in their new surroundings when they arrived Ripley.15th November 1940

New recruits soon get into their stride and swing along smartly on the Parade ground, Normanton Barracks, Derby. 15th January 1940

Housewife Baling waste paper into neat bundle in Derby 15th October 1939 Paper recycling was also important in the Second World War huge demands were put upon British timber stocks

Excavations for air raid shelters at Parkfields Cedars School, Derby. 15th November 1939

Cellars of serval firms in Derby are being rapidly adapted as public air raid shelters. Here is a view of the old wine vaults of Messrs. Alton and Co. Ltd

Black Out Novelty - Mr. A. K. Finchem of the Robin Hood Inn, Alfreton, has hit upon a novel idea of making his car visible after nightfall

This Provincial charabanc was photographed at Cleethorpes in the 1920s, close to the pier. The sign advertises a " seven mile circular tour through the country - fine scenery" for 6d

A Trent Motor Traction Company tableau movers through the crowds in Derby Market Place part of the The Hospital Carnival. Circa 1925

Nottingham Goose Fair 1927

This Provincial charabanc was photographed at Cleethorpes in the 1920s, close to the pier. The sign advertises a " seven mile circular tour through the country - fine scenery" for 6d

A Trent Motor Traction Company tableau movers through the crowds in Derby Market Place part of the The Hospital Carnival. Circa 1925

A worker at the pencil manufacturers Chambers factory in Stapleford, seen here loading pencils in to a stamping machine which will place the companys name and logo on the finished product

Woman operating a hank to cone machine at the factory of J Henry Smith, Cooper Street, Nottingham. 9th May 1966

Trouser manufacture at an unknown Nottingham clothing factory. 15th March 1965

The main workshop at Sydney W Widdowsons Limited factory in Nottingham manufacturing household textiles 17th August 1964

An automatic work transporter in operation at the Ruddington factory of Cooper and Roe, who are one of the UKs leading hosiery manufacturers. 6th July 1964

Apprentice at the British Rail Research Laboratories electrically testing a rail fastening assembly. 18th May 1964

Mass production in the machine shop of small components for the mining industry. Pit prop cups being manufactured at Fairway Instruments, Nottingham. 31st August 1964

One of the plastic moulding shops in the Rennett Engineering and Plastic Works, Wigman Road, Aspley, Nottingham. 20th February 1966

Mr David Ennals MP Under Secretary for the Army, seen here in the forge shop of Nottinghams Royal Ordnance during a tour of the factory. 10th August 1966

Painting being manufactured at the Beardill Victoria Works in The Wells Road, Nottingham. 20th February 1965

Jacko 1926 Class 3 locomotive at the Midland Railway Centre. 15th March 1982

Brailsford ploughing match 15th October 1970

The Bahamas - Locomotive pulls into Midland Railway centre 15th May 1989

Anne Tomlin - West Hallam ploughing & hedgecutting competition at Ockbrook 15th September 1968

Roy Holmes retired driver behind the control of the Tulyar deltic engine. 15th October 1988

Brailsford Ploughing Match 15th September 1986

Tractor ploughing 15th June 1985

West Hallam & District ploughing & hedgecutting competition. 15th September 1988

A Stanier 5 locomotive The Mancunian leaving Derby 15th October 1988

Greyhound trainer with his dog No Stranger at the last meeting at the Derby Greyhound Stadium. 7th December 1988

Brailsford ploughing match 15th October 1961

Derby Market Hall, 15th January 1989

Brailsford Ploughing Match 1982

Intercity 125 Train at Derby Station 15th June 1989

Ploughing champion Thomas Cliff with his horses at the Brailsford and District ploughing and hedge cutting match. 15th October 1988

Ploughing a straight furrow at Brailsford 15th October 1988

Judges at the Brailsford Ploughing Match 15th June 1950 Various, Derbyshire, Britain

Frank Jackson ploughing competition at West Hallam and Ockbrook 15th September 1988

West Hallam Ploughing 15th September 1980

Gerald Taylor ploughs a neat straight furrow - West Hallam Ploughing match. 15th October 1989

Weir over the River Derwent, Derby Council Headquarters on the left. 15th January 1989

Midlander Evening special at the Midland Railway Trust Butterley 15th April 1986

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"Capturing the Essence of East Midlands: A Tapestry of History and Innovation" Step into the past as we witness a handframe knitter passing down his skills to an eager apprentice at The Shawl Factory of GH Hurt. The delicate artistry of lace curtains unfolds before our eyes, as they are meticulously manufactured in an unknown Nottingham factory. Taking flight with the Chipmunk aircraft of the G. U. A. S (Glasgow University Air Squadron), we soar through the skies, symbolizing the region's contribution to aviation history. Meanwhile, in Northampton, Messrs Manfield and Sons Ltd. 's boot factory buzzes with activity, making room for new creations that will grace many feet. Immerse yourself in tradition at the Nottingham Goose Fair 1927, where laughter and excitement fill the air. Witnessing Cliff Yeomans ploughing match in Ashbourne transports us back to a simpler time on September 15th, 1986. In close-knit communities like Walcot or over garden walls shared by neighbors Mrs. Moria Foster and Mrs. Phillis Tanner, conversations flow freely - connecting hearts and minds. The rich heritage continues with iconic landmarks such as Nottingham Castle ablaze on October 10th, 1831 - immortalized on canvas during the mid-19th century. At Mansfield shoe factory in Northamptonshire, skilled workers cut out leather shoe uppers with precision and expertise. East Midlands thrives not only on its historical tapestry but also on innovation; sewing thread being manufactured at Ws Godber's Nottingham factory showcases this spirit perfectly. As our journey concludes with Vickers Viscount 708 G-ARBY soaring above East Midlands' landscapes – from bustling cities to serene countryside – we realize that this region is truly a treasure trove blending old-world charm with modern progress.