Hatfield Collection

Drummer Louie Bellson and his big band playing at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 1979
Drummer Louie Bellson and his big band in concert at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 7 November 1979. Also pictured are trombonists Kurt Berger and Doug Wintz

Handley Page Victor B1 XA930 taking off from Hatfield
Handley Page Victor B1, XA930, taking off from Hatfield on 14 July 1960 at 190, 000lb all-up weight assisted by de Havilland Spectre rockets. Date: 1960

Air Race for the Kings Cup Poster
Poster, Air Race for the Kings Cup, at Hatfield Aerodrome, with a stylised image of two planes racing. July 1934

The de Havilland DH106 Comet first prototype G-5-1
The de Havilland DH106 Comet first prototype, G-5-1 (later registered G-ALVG) with the third de Havilland DH108, VW120, at Hatfield, 27 July 1949. Date: 1949

LCC-LFB Dennis motorised Hatfield fire engine
LCC-London Fire Brigade, Dennis motorised Hatfield fire engine with crew

The maiden flight of the first BAe146 G-SSSH from Hatfield
The maiden flight of the first BAe146, G-SSSH, from Hatfield on 3 September 1981. A BAe125 acts as chase plane. Date: 1981

LCC-LFB Merryweather self-propelled Hatfield pump
Merryweather Hatfield pump, with crew. This was one of the first motorised fire engines used by the London Fire Brigade, capable of 30 mph

Lonnie Donegan on stage at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, April 1979

The BAe146 production line at Hatfield

The first de Havilland DH106 Comet 4 G-APDA of BOAC
The first de Havilland DH106 Comet 4, G-APDA, of BOAC, at Hatfield on the day of its first flight, 27 April 1958. Date: 1958

George Melly on stage at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 8 April 1983

Percival E3H Mew Gull, G-AFa, at Hatfield after finishing third in the 1937 Kings Cup Race flown by Edgar Percival

Photograph of Stonehouse Hotel, Hatfield, Hertfordshire. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

de Havilland DH60M Moth, G-ABHN, over London
de Havilland DH60M Moth, G-ABHN, over the London Aeroplane Club, Hatfield, in 1933

Eight Bells, Hatfield
The Eight Bells inn at Hatfield, Hertfordshire, England, referred to in Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens. Bill Sykes met the pedlar here. Date: 1950s

THE HATFIELDS, 1899. Some members of the Hatfield clan, photographed in 1899

Suffragette Grace Chappelow Votes for Women. Grace Chappelow (1884-1971), born in Hatfield Peverel, Nr Chelmsford, Essex. Shown selling and advertising Votes for Women newspaper

Hatfield House, Hertfordshire, around the time of the coronation of Queen Elizabeth I (1559). As Princess Elizabeth she lived there in a form of semi-confinement, during the reign of Queen Mary

Hatfield from the Railway Station, 1898. Creator: Unknown
Hatfield from the Railway Station, 1898. From " Our Own Country, Volume II". [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, 1898]

Opening of an exhibition of photographs by Denis Williams, Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Herts, 1978
Official opening of an exhibition of photographs by Denis Williams at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, April 1978

Hatfield aerodrome, Hertfordshire

Terraced houses on a steep hill, Fore Street, Old Hatfield, Hertfordshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Hatfield House, Hertfordshire, England, the celebrated Jacobean mansion built by Robert Cecil, 1st Earl of Salisbury and the home of the Cecil family ever since

Brocket Hall, Hatfield, Herts, where Lord Palmerston died (engraving)
1610682 Brocket Hall, Hatfield, Herts, where Lord Palmerston died (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brocket Hall, Hatfield, Herts)

Harry Bence playing the saxophone at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 1984
Harry Bence, bandleader of the New Squadronaires, playing the saxophone at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 1984

Saxophonist Gerry Mulligan playing at at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 26 October 1979

Timber-Framed Cottages
Timber-framed Clergy Houses just within the gateway of the churchyard at Hatfield, Hertfordshire, England. Date: 16th century

American trombonist Bill Watrous playing at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 1982

Hawker Siddeley HS-121 Trident Super 3B-140
First-Flight Take-Off of the Hawker Siddeley Hs-121 Trident Super 3B-140 Most Powerful Variant of the Trident Family with a Photographer in the Foreground Date: 1975

Blue Streak in LT Tower - Hawker Siddeley Dynamics? factory
Blue Streak in the LT Tower at Hawker Siddeley Dynamics? factory at Hatfield

Blue Streak test rig installation at Hatfield, c1958
Blue Streak test rig installation at Hatfield, circa 1958. Date: circa 1958

Art Blakey on stage with the Jazz Messengers at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 1978
Drummer Art Blakey on stage with the Jazz Messengers at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 30 November 1978

The Ronnie Scott Quintet at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 29 November 1985. Ronnie Scott (tenor saxophone) and Dick Pearce (trumpet)

Hatfield Hertfordshire UK City Street Map
Vector Illustration of a City Street Map of Hatfield, Hertfordshire, UK. Included files are EPS (v10) and Hi-Res JPG. Data courtesy from Ordnance Survey: VectorMap District https

Modernist House, Nast Hyde, Hatfield
A series of photographs showing various angles of a modernist house situated at Nast Hyde, Hatfield, designed in 1935 by architect Francis Reginald Stevens Yorke. Date: circa 1937

Dorking
A London general omnibus company poster for Hatfield, designed by F Gregory Brown. The image depicts a landscape with trees and fields. Includes an extract of a poem by Matthew Arnold. Date: 1920

Lord Salisbury's stables in Hatfield house. Known as Robert Arthur Talbot Gascoyne Cecil. Born at Hatfield house (3 February 1830 ?)

Diving Off a Bi-Plane
A Moth bi-plane being put to imaginative use at the De Havilland School of Flying at Hatfield. Date: 1932

The Gates, Hatfield House
The Main Gates, Hatfield House, set in a large park, the Great Park, on the eastern side of the town of Hatfield, Hertfordshire, England. Date: 1903

The Chapel, Hatfield House - consecrated in 1614. Date: 1903

Hawker Siddeley HS. 125-3B HB-VAY
Hawker Siddeley HS.125-3B HB-VAY (msn 25135), at Hatfield, prior to delivery. (This aircraft was written-off in a fatal accident at Edinburgh Airport / RAF Turnhouse on 20 July 1970) Date: 1967

Hawker Siddeley HS. 125-400B G-BAZB
Hawker Siddeley HS.125-400B G-BAZB (msn 25252, ex G-5-17, ex CC.1 XX505), of Hawker Siddeley Aviation Ltd. at Hatfield. Date: 1973

Hawker Siddeley HS. 125-3B VH-ECF
Hawker Siddeley HS.125-3B VH-ECF (msn 25069), prior to delivery to Qantas (Queensland and Northern Territories Air Service), with Short SC.9 XH132

Hawker Siddeley HS. 125 Series 1BR/522 G-ATWH
Hawker Siddeley HS.125 Series 1BR/522 G-ATWH (msn 25094), of Hawker Siddeley Aviation Ltd. at a Hatfield open day. Date: 1966

Hawker Siddeley HS. 125 series 3 VH-ECF
Hawker Siddeley HS.125 series 3 VH-ECF (msn 25069), prior to delivery to Qantas (Queensland and Northern Territories Air Service), with Short SC.9 XH132

County Map of Hertfordshire, c. 1777
From The Large English Atlas: or, a new set of map of all the counties of England and Wales drawn from the several surveys which have been hitherto been published

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Eagle creek flows over a basalt block in the Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness Area, Oregon Date: 06/04/2012

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"Exploring the Rich History of Hatfield: A Hub of Innovation and Excitement" Hatfield, a town steeped in aviation history, has been witness to countless groundbreaking moments that have shaped the world we live in today. From iconic aircraft taking flight to captivating performances on stage, this vibrant town has always been at the forefront of innovation and excitement. One such moment was captured when Handley Page Victor B1 XA930 gracefully soared into the sky from Hatfield. The sheer power and elegance displayed by this aircraft left spectators in awe, a testament to Hatfield's contribution to aviation excellence. The Air Race for the Kings Cup Poster serves as a reminder of an exhilarating event that brought together aviators from all over. The skies above they were transformed into a thrilling battleground where speed and skill determined victory. In another milestone, the de Havilland DH106 Comet first prototype G-5-1 took its maiden flight from Hatfield. This pioneering aircraft revolutionized commercial air travel forever, showcasing Hatfield's role as a catalyst for progress in aerospace engineering. Even beyond aviation, it has shown its commitment to safety with the LCC-LFB Dennis motorised fire engine stationed here. Ready to tackle any emergency with unwavering courage and efficiency, it stands as a symbol of protection within this dynamic community. Entertainment also takes center stage in Hatfield; George Melly's unforgettable performance at Forum Theatre captivated audiences on April 8th, 1983. His magnetic presence illuminated every corner of this historic venue while leaving an indelible mark on those fortunate enough to witness his talent firsthand. Further highlighting their dedication towards safety is the LCC-LFB Merryweather self-propelled pump stationed in Hatfield—a reliable guardian against fires that may threaten this thriving town. The BAe146 production line showcases not only technological prowess but also economic growth within Hatfield. As these remarkable planes rolled off the assembly line, they symbolized progress and prosperity for the community.