Hobbies And Interests Collection

Doug Ellis, Chairman Aston Villa Football Club, Monday 17th October 1988. Our Picture Shows... Doug Ellis with his giant catch, a 27 pound Salmon, caught on the River Tay in Scotland

The Siege of Reading, 1643, Tilehurst. English Civil War, re-enactment, performed by The Sealed Knot, an educational charity, Reading, June 1980

Beekeeper, G Baitey, holding Smoker with heat shield and hook, Newcastle, 22nd July 1971

Pedal Go Kart Grand Prix, Ascot, Berkshire, England, August 1980

Meccano Exhibition, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, August 1980

Pedal Go Kart Grand Prix, Ascot, England, August 1980

English Civil War, re-enactment, performed by The Sealed Knot, an educational charity, Reading, June 1980

Ling Liu who is an expert in the art of Chinese Paper Cuts 11th January 1996

Ebbw Vale, Wales. Sea angler tries his luck off the mumbles of Ebbw Vale, 11th March 1971. Face of Britain 1971 Feature

Hank Sharpe, Travel Agent, shows off his collection of sand, Middlesbrough, 24th July 1989

Huddersfield canal festival. 2nd September 1991

ICI Train Preservation, 4th January 1994. Dave Pearson with the A2 No. 60532 Blue Peter Locomotive designed by Arthur H Peppercorn of the LNER

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"Diverse Passions Unite: Exploring the World of Hobbies and Interests" From the Chairman of Aston Villa Football Club to re-enactments of historical battles, hobbies and interests bring people together in unexpected ways. On Monday 17th October 1988, Doug Ellis showcased his love for football as he passionately led Aston Villa. Meanwhile, in Tilehurst during the English Civil War re-enactment on an unknown date in 1643, history enthusiasts relived The Siege of Reading. In Newcastle on 22nd July 1971, G Baitey demonstrated his expertise as a beekeeper while holding a smoker with a heat shield and hook. This captivating hobby connects humans with nature's buzzing wonders. The Pedal Go Kart Grand Prix held in Ascot, Berkshire, England became an adrenaline-fueled spectacle every August since at least 1980. Participants raced against each other with fierce determination, showcasing their passion for speed and competition. Henley-on-Thames witnessed the Meccano Exhibition also taking place in August 1980. Here, intricate creations came to life through metal pieces meticulously assembled by dedicated enthusiasts. The Sealed Knot educational charity transported spectators back to the English Civil War era through their authentic re-enactments across various locations. Their performances brought history alive once again. On January 11th, 1996 Ling Liu mesmerized audiences with her mastery of Chinese Paper Cuts—an ancient art form that requires precision and creativity combined into delicate designs. Ebbw Vale saw sea angler trying his luck off the mumbles on March 11th, 1971—a serene pursuit connecting individuals with nature's bounty while offering moments of tranquility amidst turbulent waters. Hank Sharpe from Middlesbrough proudly displayed his unique collection—sand. As a travel agent who had seen countless beaches worldwide; this unusual hobby allowed him to capture memories one grain at a time.