Houghton Collection

Hobson Houghton and Co. Ltd. Don Steel Works, Steel Manufacturers, 1919
Page from Register of trade marks of the Cutlers Company of Sheffield, 1919. Compiled by J. H. Whitham and D. Vickers.Original at Sheffield Archives ref. SY599/B7/1

The 24 hour race at Le Mans, France for the Rudge-Whitworth Cup: a huge collision at night. From front to back: Bentley car no.1 with Leslie Callingham (1888-1960) thrown clear

The Newmarket Houghton Meeting
Various horse races relating to the Newmarket Houghton meeting, including the Limekiln Stakes won by Mr Fairies Bayardo, The Old Nursery Stakes won by Charlemont

Rose Cottage, Houghton, Cambridgeshire, England

Richard Monckton Milnes, 1st Baron Houghton, 1809 - 1885
3083181 Richard Monckton Milnes, 1st Baron Houghton, 1809 - 1885.; Private Collection; (add.info.: English poet, patron of literature and politician)

Saint John Houghton, 1637-1639. Creator: Zurbarán, Francisco, de (1598-1664)
Saint John Houghton, 1637-1639. Found in the Collection of the Museo de Cadiz.

Michigan School of Mines, Haughton (i.e. Houghton), Mich. c1906. Creator: Unknown
Michigan School of Mines, Haughton (i.e. Houghton), Mich. c1906

Henry (Harry) Houghton, Portland Spy Ring
Henry (Harry) Frederick Houghton, (1905-1985), member of the Portland Spy Ring. He was arrested in 1961 and sentenced to fifteen years in prison. Date: 1961

Thatched Cottage, Houghton, Cambridgeshire, England

Preston North End Football Team: Tait, Trainer, Holmes, Houghton, Sharp, Sanders, Orr, Barton, Henderson, Pearce, Brown, Cunningham, Blythe. 1890s

UK, England, Cambridgeshire, Houghton, Traditional thatched cottage

Houghton Mill, Houghton, Cambridgeshire, England

Red Canoe & Houghton Mill, Houghton, Cambridgeshire, England

Sunderland Street, Houghton le Spring

Houghton-le-Spring Sunderland Street early 1900s

Portrait of Abraham van der Doort, Dutch artist, Keeper of Charles Is art collections
6338816 Portrait of Abraham van der Doort, Dutch artist, Keeper of Charles Is art collections and first Surveyor of the Kings Pictures, circa 1575-1640 by Chambers

Kath Grainger, Debbie Flood, Frances Houghton & Annie Vernon Great Britain Womens Quadruple Sculls Final Olympic Stadium, Beijing, China 17 August 2008 Date: 17 August 2008

Annie Vernon, Debbie Flood, Frances Houghton & Kath Grainger Great Britain Womens Quadruple Sculls Final Olympic Stadium, Beijing, China 17 August 2008 Date: 17 August 2008

Amphidrome interior, Houghton, Michigan, USA, for sports such as ice hockey. Date: circa 1910

Cheshire Rugby Team: Harvey, Fletcher, Bradshaw, Jones, Ingham, Fenton, Atkinson, Baxter, Cannell, Parratt, Jones, Houghton, Hughes, Chadwick, Hanson, Clauss. 1890s

Houghton, Norfolk, the Entrance Front (b / w photo)
2774808 Houghton, Norfolk, the Entrance Front (b/w photo) by Latham, Charles (d.1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: Houghton, Norfolk, the Entrance Front)

Flock of Sheep, Houghton Farm, 1878 (watercolour, brush and black ink and pencil on paper
650547 Flock of Sheep, Houghton Farm, 1878 (watercolour, brush and black ink and pencil on paper) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 22.2x28.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Flock of Sheep)

Houghton Mill on the River Ouse, 1914 (w / c on paper)
1630119 Houghton Mill on the River Ouse, 1914 (w/c on paper) by Garden, William Fraser (1856-1921); 25.4x37 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Houghton, Norfolk, Dining Room Chimney Piece (b / w photo)
2774810 Houghton, Norfolk, Dining Room Chimney Piece (b/w photo) by Latham, Charles (d.1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: Houghton, Norfolk, Dining Room Chimney Piece)

Hoghton Tower (engraving)
5990102 Hoghton Tower (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hoghton Tower. Illustration for Lancashire by Leo H Grindon (Seeley Jackson and Halliday)

Meet of the Royal Norfolk Hunt at Houghton, the Seat of the Marquis of Cholmondeley (engraving)
1588128 Meet of the Royal Norfolk Hunt at Houghton, the Seat of the Marquis of Cholmondeley (engraving) by English School

Members of the Youth Hostel Association at Houghton Mill in Houghton, Cambridgeshire. Circa 1945

Houghton Mill on the River Great Ouse in Houghton, Cambridgeshire. 28th August 1952

Test Valley SO20 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Test Valley SO20 6

Pembrokeshire SA73 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Pembrokeshire SA73 1

West Norfolk PE31 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of West Norfolk PE31 6

Huntingdonshire PE28 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Huntingdonshire PE28 2

Newcastle NE15 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Newcastle NE15 0

Carlisle CA3 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Carlisle CA3 0

Arun BN18 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Arun BN18 9

Sticklebacks, 1879, (1943). Creator: Alexander Francis Lydon
Sticklebacks, 1879, (1943). River fish displaying mating behaviour. The female lays her eggs in a nest which the male has built. The males develop a red breast during the mating period

Autumn color along Highway 26 near Houghton in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, USA

Covered road near Houghton in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, USA

Giuseppe Garibaldi Island at the Capri Island, 1860. Artist: Houghton, Arthur Boyd
Giuseppe Garibaldi Island at the Capri Island, 1860. From a private collection

The Dervise Plucks the Hairs from the Cats Tail, 1906. Creator: Dalziel Brothers
The Dervise Plucks the Hairs from the Cats Tail, 1906. From " Chats on Old Prints", by Arthur Hayden. [T. Fisher Unwin, London, 1906]

Covered Road near Houghton in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, USA

Broadstairs, c1896. Artist: George E Houghton
Broadstairs, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

Joy. Frontispiece to Golden Thoughts from Golden Fountains, 1867, (1923). Artist: Dalziel Brothers
Joy. Frontispiece to Golden Thoughts from Golden Fountains, 1867, (1923). Fifty-two wood engravings by the Dalziel brothers; after Arthur Boyd Houghton

The Cool of the Evening, Lord Houghton, English poet and politician, 1870. Artist: Carlo Pellegrini
The Cool of the Evening, Lord Houghton, English poet and politician, 1870. Richard Monckton Milnes, 1st Baron Houghton (1809-1885), was a member of the literary set known as the Apostles Club

Houghton Mill, Cambridgeshire, 1924-1926. Artist: Herbert Felton
Houghton Mill, Cambridgeshire, 1924-1926. A water mill has occupied this site on the Great Ouse since the 10th century. The current mill, probably built in the 17th century

Richard Monckton Milnes, 1st Baron Houghton, English poet and politician, c1890. Artist: Cassell, Petter & Galpin
Richard Monckton Milnes, 1st Baron Houghton, English poet and politician, c1890. Milnes (1809-1885) was a member of the literary set known as the Apostles Club

The Victim, 1868. Artist: Arthur Boyd Houghton
The Victim, 1868. Illustration by AB Houghton for Tennysons poem. An Arch-Druid is about to sacrifice the Kings son to save the people from the plague

Fanny and Dora Watson, Kent / 178
Fanny (right) and Dora (left) Watson. Taken at the Houghton photographic studio. The Watson Fanny Watson is wearing three War Service Bar stripes on her left arm

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"Houghton: A Legacy of Steel, Spirits, and Sporting Triumphs" Step back in time to 1919 when Hobson Houghton and Co. Ltd. , renowned steel manufacturers, established their Don Steel Works. This marked the beginning of a prosperous era for Houghton, as they became synonymous with quality craftsmanship. Fast forward to the exhilarating 24-hour race at Le Mans, France for the prestigious Rudge-Whitworth Cup. Houghton's name echoed through the racing circuit as their team showcased unparalleled determination and skill on the track. But it wasn't just adrenaline-fueled races that defined this vibrant town. Victorian families found solace in spirits - not only those residing within glasses but also ethereal beings that captured their imagination. The presence of these supernatural encounters added an air of mystery to everyday life. Speaking of Victorians, men and women alike embraced spirits both literal and metaphorical. Their resilience shone through as they navigated societal norms while pursuing personal aspirations in a rapidly changing world. Sunderland Street stands as a testament to Houghton-le-Spring's rich history, capturing its essence during the early 1900s. The bustling street was filled with dreams being chased and stories waiting to unfold. Meanwhile, Fanny and Dora Watson left an indelible mark on Kent with their unwavering spirit. These trailblazing sisters defied conventions by fearlessly pursuing their passions against all odds - inspiring generations to come. Traveling further afield brings us to Rose Cottage nestled in picturesque Cambridgeshire countryside; its thatched roof symbolizing timeless charm intertwined with rustic beauty – a true sanctuary from modernity's hustle and bustle. And who could forget Henry (Harry) Houghton? Part of the infamous Portland Spy Ring during Cold War times; his actions forever etched into history books serve as a reminder that even ordinary individuals can shape the course of world events.