Railton Collection

Napier Railton Britain

Malcolm Campbell with his Bluebird car, 1933
Sir Malcolm Campbell (1885-1948), British racing motorist and motoring journalist, with the Campbell-Napier-Railton Blue Bird (Blue Bird II)

Hayaain Ridden By J.Railton 18 March 1997 Date: 18 March 1997

Jamie Railton Jockey 29 June 1995 Date: 29 June 1995

John Cobb, driver, in a Napier-Railton, in which he set new speed records at Bonneville Salt Flats, USA in 1935. 1935

Malcolm Campbell with his Bluebird car, 1931
Sir Malcolm Campbell (1885-1948), British racing motorist and motoring journalist, with the Campbell-Napier-Railton Blue Bird (Blue Bird II)

Nelsons Column (1840-1843). Trafalgar Square. London
Nelsons Column (1840-1843). Designed by William Railton (1800-1877), was built to commemorate Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805). Corinthian order and Dartmor granite

St. Jamess Palace, 1886. St Jamess Palace in the City of Westminster, is the London residence of several members of the royal family. From The Magazine of Art. [Cassell & Company, London, 1886]

Railton of J Kingston-Whittaker, RSAC Scottish Rally, 1937. Artist: Bill Brunell
Railton 1936 4168 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. DPL94. Event Entry No: 108. Driver: Kingston-Whittaker, J. Finished: 1st. of 27. Place: R.S.A.C. Scottish Rally. Date: 17-21.5.37

Railton saloon competing in the MCC Torquay Rally, 1938. Artist: Bill Brunell
Railton Saloon 1936 Vehicle Reg. No. ADV810. Event Entry No: 40. Place: M.C.C. Torquay Rally. Date: 15/16.7.38

Railton light sports competing in the Shelsley Walsh Hillclimb, Worcestershire, 1935
Railton Light Sports 1934 4010 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. AYA192. Event Entry No: 82. Place: Shelsley Walsh Hillclimb. Date: 28.9.35

Railton light sports tourer competing in the Shelsley Walsh Hillclimb, Worcestershire, 1935
Railton Light Sports Tourer. 1935 4168 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. DPA231. Event Entry No: 78. Place: Shelsley Walsh Hillclimb. Date: 28.9.35

Napier Railton (John Cobb), 1938. From Willss Cigarettes - Speed: A Series of 50 [W. D. & H.O. Wills, Bristol, 1938]

The Crystal Palace in Hyde Park, London, 1851, 1891. Artist: Herbert Railton
The Crystal Palace in Hyde Park, London, 1851, 1891. From Cassells History of England, Vol. VI. by John Cassell. [A. W. Cowan, Cassell & Company Limited, London, Paris, Melbourne, c1890]

The Staircase, Ashburnham House, 1890. Artist: Herbert Railton
The Staircase, Ashburnham House, 1890. From Picturesque London, by Percy Fitzgerald. [Ward & Downey, London, 1890]

In Little Deans Yard, 1890. Artist: Herbert Railton
In Little Deans Yard, 1890. From Picturesque London, by Percy Fitzgerald. [Ward & Downey, London, 1890]

The Cloisters, Westminster Abbey, 1890. Artist: Herbert Railton
The Cloisters, Westminster Abbey, 1890. From Picturesque London, by Percy Fitzgerald. [Ward & Downey, London, 1890]

The Quadrangle, Somerset House, c1890. Artist: Herbert Railton
The Quadrangle, Somerset House, c1890. Large Neoclassical building situated on the south side of the Strand in central London, From Cassells History of England, Vol. VI. by John Cassell. [A. W

War Office, Pall Mall, c1890. Artist: Herbert Railton
War Office, Pall Mall, c1890. From Cassells History of England, Vol. VI. by John Cassell. [A. W. Cowan, Cassell & Company Limited, London, Paris, Melbourne, c1890]

The Royal Mint, London, 19th century (1906). Artist: Herbert Railton
The Royal Mint, London, 19th century (1906). From Cassells Illustrated History of England, Vol. V. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1906]

Nelsons Column and Trafalgar Square from the terrace of the National Gallery, London, c1930s. Artist: Spencer Arnold
Nelsons Column and Trafalgar Square from the terrace of the National Gallery, London, c1930s. The column was designed by William Railton to commemorate Nelsons victory at the Battle of Trafalgar

The Lower Ward, Windsor Castle, Berkshire, 1900. Artist: A Railton
The Lower Ward, Windsor Castle, Berkshire, 1900. The largest inhabited castle in the world, dating back to the time of William the Conqueror

Trafalgar Square And Nelsons Column, London, 20th Century. The column was designed by William Railton to commemorate Nelsons victory at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805

Nelsons Column (1840-1843). Trafalgar Square. London
Nelsons Column (1840-1843). Designed by William Railton (1800-1877), was built to commemorate Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805). Corinthian order and Dartmor granite

Source Size = 3775 x 3778
The Wedding of " commissioner" Railton of the Salvation Army at Exeter Hall

CM8 5829 Railton
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Railton Fairmile
An English car with some American parts, and with a price approaching seven hundred pounds - evidently for the choosy motorist. Date: 1937

Nelsons Column, made of Portland stone, 145 feet high, was erected by public subscription 1840-43, from designs by Railton. The statue on top is by E.H. Baily. Date: 1950s

Transport exhibits at Festival of Britain, London
Various transport exhibits at the Festival of Britain, South Bank, London, showing aircraft, trains and a high-speed car. Date: May 1951

Selection of Toy Cars
A selection of toy motor vehicle, some with their original boxes, including the land speed record-breaking cars John Cobbs fabulous Railton Special and Major Henry Segraves Golden Arrow

Painting of the Nelson column, Trafalgar Square
The newly erected Nelson Column on Trafalgar Square in London. It was designed by William Railton, the statue being by Bailly

Nelson Monument
Winning design for Nelsons Monument by William Railton

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Railton, a name that resonates with British history and automotive excellence. From the iconic Napier Railton to the talented designer Jamie Railton, this name has left an indelible mark on the world. In 1935, John Cobb took the wheel of a Napier-Railton and pushed boundaries at Hayaain, showcasing its power and speed. Meanwhile, Malcolm Campbell made headlines in 1931 and 1933 with his Bluebird car, solidifying Railton's reputation for innovation. As we stroll through London's historic landmarks like Nelsons Column in Trafalgar Square or St. James's Palace from 1886, it is impossible not to marvel at the rich heritage surrounding us. And within this tapestry of British culture lies Railton - a symbol of elegance and performance. The artistic prowess of Bill Brunell captures our imagination as we witness Railtons competing in various events such as the RSAC Scottish Rally in 1937 or the MCC Torquay Rally in 1938. These images transport us back to a time when these cars were more than just machines; they were symbols of determination and skill. Whether it be on winding roads or challenging hill climbs like Shelsley Walsh Hillclimb in Worcestershire, Railtons proved their mettle time and again. The sleek lines of the light sports tourer evoke a sense of adventure as they navigate treacherous terrain with grace. Railton represents an era where craftsmanship met engineering brilliance - where every curve was meticulously designed for both form and function. It embodies an age when automobiles were not mere modes of transportation but works of art that captured hearts worldwide. So let us celebrate Railton - a name synonymous with British pride and ingenuity. A legacy that continues to inspire generations even today.