Hanworth Collection (page 4)

Interior of the Church of St George, Hanworth, Middlesex, 1801. View of the chancel window showing the royal coat of arms in the stained glass. Hanworth is now in the London borough of Hounslow

Francis Cottington Baron Cottington (Of Hanworth) C. 1579-1652. English Lord Treasurer And Ambassador
Francis Cottington Baron Cottington (Of Hanworth) C.1579-1652. English Lord Treasurer And Ambassador. From The Book " Lodges British Portraits" Published London 1823

Ernest Pollock, 1st Viscount Hanworth (1861 1936), British Conservative politician, lawyer and judge. He served as Master of the Rolls from 1923 to 1935. 1923

OLD HANWORTH CHURCH, a Print published 1795

Barbaras Glider
circa 1930: Romance novelist Barbara Cartland (1901 - 2000) poses beside the glider in which she made the first long distance towed journey in England, from Hanworth to Reading

Raymond John Paul Parer, left, and Geoff E Hemsworth
Raymond John Paul Parer, left, and Geoff E. Hemsworth in front of their Fairey Fox I, G-ACXO (formerly J7950), at Hanworth Aerodrome, Middlesex

BAIV Double Eagle, G-AEIN, The Perfect Lady, at Hanworth in September 1936, prior to taking part in the Schlesinger Portsmouth to Johannesburg race flown by Flt Lt Tommy Rose

Hanworth aerodrome, 31 March 1937. Date: 1937

Launching Bluebird at Bathurst. Miss Delphine Reynolds and her pilot, W.G. Pudney, took off from Hanworth on 1 March 1931 in Blackburn Bluebird IV, G-ABGF

McCarthy Island (seed boat in river). Miss Delphine Reynolds and her pilot, W.G. Pudney, took off from Hanworth on 1 March 1931 in Blackburn Bluebird IV, G-ABGF

Natives repair tailplane (McCarthy Island). Miss Delphine Reynolds and her pilot, W.G. Pudney, took off from Hanworth on 1 March 1931 in Blackburn Bluebird IV, G-ABGF

Bluebird moored at Bathurst. Miss Delphine Reynolds and her pilot, W.G. Pudney, took off from Hanworth on 1 March 1931 in Blackburn Bluebird IV, G-ABGF

Aerial view of Dakar. Miss Delphine Reynolds and her pilot, W.G. Pudney, took off from Hanworth on 1 March 1931 in Blackburn Bluebird IV, G-ABGF, for a survey flight down the West African coast

River Gambia (reflections). Miss Delphine Reynolds and her pilot, W.G. Pudney, took off from Hanworth on 1 March 1931 in Blackburn Bluebird IV, G-ABGF

Casting off Bluebird at Bathurst. Miss Delphine Reynolds and her pilot, W.G. Pudney, took off from Hanworth on 1 March 1931 in Blackburn Bluebird IV, G-ABGF

Bluebird at Cape St Mary (Bathurst). Miss Delphine Reynolds and her pilot, W.G. Pudney, took off from Hanworth on 1 March 1931 in Blackburn Bluebird IV, G-ABGF

Cape Juby landing ground. Miss Delphine Reynolds and her pilot, W.G. Pudney, took off from Hanworth on 1 March 1931 in Blackburn Bluebird IV, G-ABGF, for a survey flight down the West African coast

Cape Juby Officers Quarters. Miss Delphine Reynolds and her pilot, W.G. Pudney, took off from Hanworth on 1 March 1931 in Blackburn Bluebird IV, G-ABGF

Bluebird at Freetown (Sierra Leone). Miss Delphine Reynolds and her pilot, W.G. Pudney, took off from Hanworth on 1 March 1931 in Blackburn Bluebird IV, G-ABGF

Bluebird on Baloma Mud Flats. Miss Delphine Reynolds and her pilot, W.G. Pudney, took off from Hanworth on 1 March 1931 in Blackburn Bluebird IV, G-ABGF

French Senegal (typical country). Miss Delphine Reynolds and her pilot, W.G. Pudney, took off from Hanworth on 1 March 1931 in Blackburn Bluebird IV, G-ABGF

Villa Cisrejajajaja in Africa air view. Miss Delphine Reynolds and her pilot, W.G. Pudney, took off from Hanworth on 1 March 1931 in Blackburn Bluebird IV, G-ABGF

French Senegal (north of McCarthy Island). Miss Delphine Reynolds and her pilot, W.G. Pudney, took off from Hanworth on 1 March 1931 in Blackburn Bluebird IV, G-ABGF

Cape Juby (petrol barrels). Miss Delphine Reynolds and her pilot, W.G. Pudney, took off from Hanworth on 1 March 1931 in Blackburn Bluebird IV, G-ABGF

Repairing Bluebird at Bathurst. Miss Delphine Reynolds and her pilot, W.G. Pudney, took off from Hanworth on 1 March 1931 in Blackburn Bluebird IV, G-ABGF

Cape Juby W G Pudney
Cape Juby. Miss Delphine Reynolds and her pilot, W.G. Pudney, took off from Hanworth on 1 March 1931 in Blackburn Bluebird IV, G-ABGF, for a survey flight down the West African coast

The Graf Zeppelin LZ 127 landing at Hanworth Aero Park
The Graf Zeppelin, LZ 127, landing at Hanworth Aero Park from Germany, 18 August 1931. Date: 1931

Crowds broke bounds at Hanworth Aero Park after the Graf Zeppelin, LZ 127, landed from Germany, 18 August 1931. Date: 1931

Alan Marsh in a Weir W-2 autogiro near Hanworth 1934
Alan Marsh in a Weir W-2 autogiro near Hanworth. 1934. Date: 1934

Juan de la Cierva (1895-1936) in the cockpit of the Cierva C30 autogiro at Hanworth Air Park, Middlesex. April 1930. Date: 1936

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Hanworth, a place rich in aviation history and picturesque landscapes. Nestled within Hanworth Park is London's Country Flying Club, where dreams of flight take off. As I hold this printed souvenir paper napkin, memories of transport and flight come rushing back. One remarkable event etched in history was when the legendary Amelia Earhart graced Hanworth with her presence. Her spirit soared high as she conquered the skies, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of aviation enthusiasts. The landing of the majestic Graf Zeppelin LZ 127 at Hanworth Aero Park was a sight to behold. This marvel of engineering brought wonder and excitement to all who witnessed its grandeur. However, not all stories were filled with triumph. The Queen Mary Reservoir plane crash in 1937 reminded us of the risks involved in pursuing our airborne passions. It serves as a solemn reminder that even amidst progress, we must remain vigilant and prioritize safety above all else. In 1932, Hanworth Air Park welcomed another visit from the iconic Zeppelin LZ-127 GRAF Zeppelin. Its arrival symbolized innovation and progress while captivating imaginations far and wide. Looking further into history reveals "Birdman" Clem Sohn's daring feats between 1910-1937 at Hanworth. His courage knew no bounds as he fearlessly took to the skies time after time, inspiring generations to chase their own dreams. Beyond aviation lies Whiteleys Farms - a serene escape from bustling city life captured beautifully in black-and-white photographs. Cottages at the Rookeries stand as testaments to simpler times when nature embraced humanity harmoniously. Adjacent stands Hanworth Parish Church – an architectural gem nestled among these idyllic surroundings – offering solace for those seeking peace amidst life's chaos. A section of the pigeon aviary showcases man's affinity for these graceful creatures; their elegance mirrored by their human companions' dedication to nurturing them with care.