Pendine Collection

Sir Malcolm and Lady Dorothy Evelyn Campbell, Pendine Sands
Photograph showing Sir Malcolm Campbell (1885-1948) and Lady Dorothy Evelyn Campbell (nee Whittall) after a successful world land speed record attempt on Pendine Sands, Carmarthenshire, 1925

Pendine Sands, South Wales, September 1924
A GWR Publicity view of Ragwen Point on the western end of Pendine Sands on the Carmarthenshire border with Glamorgan, South Wales in September 1924

Pendine, Glamorgan, September 1924
A GWR Publicity view of the village of Pendine on the Carmarthenshire border with Glamorgan, South Wales in September 1924

Parry Thomas, motor racing driver, at the wheel of Babs, half an hour before his fatal accident attempting another world speed record at Pendine, Carmarthenshire on 3 March 1928. 1928

1927 Brough Superior, C. F. Edwards at Pendine sands. Creator: Unknown
1927 Brough Superior, C.F. Edwards at Pendine sands

BABS with Parry Thomas, having wheel changed at Pendine sands 1926. Creator: Unknown
BABS with Parry Thomas, having wheel changed at Pendine sands 1926

1933 Napier Railton driven by Doug Hill at Pendine sands 2015

The Village, Pendine, Carmarthenshire
The Village, Pendine, Carmarthen, near Llanmiloe, Carmarthenshire, Wales. Date: 1900s

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In the quaint village of Pendine, located in Carmarthenshire, South Wales, a rich history of speed and adventure unfolds. It was here in September 1924 that Sir Malcolm and Lady Dorothy Evelyn Campbell made their mark on Pendine Sands. The vast stretch of beach provided the perfect backdrop for their daring feats. Parry Thomas, a renowned motor racing driver, fearlessly took to the wheel of his beloved Babs as he raced across Pendine Sands in 1926. The powerful engine roared as he pushed the limits of speed and exhilaration. The sands themselves became an iconic symbol of Pendine's legacy. In 1927, C. F. Edwards showcased his impressive 1927 Brough Superior against this stunning coastal backdrop. The image captured by an unknown creator immortalized this momentous occasion forever. Pendine's allure extended beyond its sandy shores; it encompassed the entire village itself. Nestled amidst picturesque landscapes, it exuded charm and tranquility while serving as a hub for adrenaline-fueled adventures. Fast forward to 2015 when Doug Hill took control of the mighty Napier Railton at Pendine Sands once again. This legendary vehicle tore through time with unmatched power and grace, paying homage to its predecessors who had left their indelible marks on these very sands decades before. As we revisit those fateful days in September 1924 at Pendine Sands, we are reminded not only of thrilling races but also of moments frozen in time - snapshots capturing courage and passion etched into history's pages forevermore. Pendine Sands remains a testament to human determination and innovation - where dreams were realized amidst roaring engines and salt-kissed air. Its timeless beauty continues to draw adventurers seeking solace or chasing new records along its golden shores. So come wander through this storied land where legends were born; let your imagination run wild as you tread upon hallowed ground.