Shaftesbury Collection

Gold Hill, Shaftesbury, Dorset, England, UK

Theatre Crowd in Shaftesbury Avenue, London
The early winter and Christmas season in London - a theatre crowd pouring out into Shaftesbury Avenue. The scene is outside the Lyric Theatre, looking towards the Globe, the Queen s

Piccadilly Circus 1956
Piccadilly Circus street scene, with huge billboards advertising Bovril, Wrigleys and Craven A cigarettes amongst others

Gold Hill, Shaftesbury, Dorset, England, United Kingdom

George Walker and Ada Overton Walker in In Dahomey
Miss Ada Overton Walker and Mr George Walker, performing " The Tsar of Dixie" a song in the play In Dahomey at the Shaftesbury Theatre in 1903

The famous cobbled street of Gold Hill in Shaftesbury, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Shaftesbury / Gold Hill
Shaftesbury, Dorset: Gold Hill

Landscape near Win Green, Shaftesbury, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

London - Piccadilly Circus in the 1920s
London - Piccadilly Circus photographed in 1924. The Trocadero is showing Wanderer in the Wasteland - an American colour silent Western film directed by Irvin Willat and starring Jack Holt

Windmill Theatre
The Windmill Theatre on the corner of Great Windmill Street and Shaftesbury Avenue, and the Lyric Theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue in London

View from Shaftesbury over Cranborne Chase AONB (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) scenery to Melbury Beacon, Shaftesbury, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Bardelys The Magnificent, by Hamilton and Sabatini
Bardelys The Magnificent, by Henry Hamilton and Rafael Sabatini, from Sabatinis novel (1906). First produced at the Theatre Royal, Birmingham, August 1910, then the Globe Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue

Gold Hill in June, Shaftesbury, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Gold Hill, Shaftesbury, Dorset, England, UK

Soho, London - Shaftesbury Avenue - Queens Theatre with neon sign for Private Lives by Noel Coward, directed by John Gielgud. 1973

Gold Hill, Shaftesbury, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Shaftesbury Homes - Farm School for Boys, Bisley, Surrey
The Bisley Farm School for Boys, established by what became the Shaftesbury Homes charity. It later became known as the School House department of Shaftesbury School. Date: 1930s

Shaftesbury Homes Fortescue House, Twickenham
Shaftesbury Homes School for Boys at Fortescue House, Hampton Road Twickenham, opened in 1937. It had previously been located in premises at London Road, Twickenham. Date: circa 1937

Shaftesbury and Arethusa Boys Homes, Royston, Hertfordshire
The Shaftesbury & Arethusa Boys Homes at Royston, Hertfordshire, were set up by the National Refuge for Homeless and Destitute Children, founded in 1843 by William Williams

Cottages on Gold Hill in winter snow, Shaftesbury, Dorset, England

Bisley Farm School No. 2 Ground-floor Plan
Ground-floor plan of the new building added to the Bisley Farm School, Surrey, in 1873, and later known as the Shaftesbury School block. Date: circa 1888

Statue of Eros
The famous statue of the Greek god of love, Eros, Piccadilly Circus, London, was sculpted by Alfred Gilbert in 1893. It was originally called the Shaftesbury Monument. Date: 1893

Piccadilly Circus 1950S
Piccadilly Circus street scene, with huge billboards advertising Bovril, Wrigleys and Craven A cigarettes amongst others

Soho, London - Shaftesbury Avenue W1, outside the Apollo Theatre. 1973

Shaftesbury Square, Belfast - an elevated view across the square showing shop fronts, trams, horse vehicles and people. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Belfast). Date: circa early 1900s

Shaftesbury Homes - Esher Place School
The Esher Place School for Girls at Esher, Surrey, run by the Shaftesbury Homes from 1930 to 1952. Date: circa 1930

Shaftesbury School, Bisley - Bungalow Hospital
Bungalow Hospital at Shaftesbury Homes School for Boys, Bisley, Surrey. Date: 1930s

1840s Victorian Map of Dorset

UK, England, Dorset, Shaftesbury, Gold Hill

Leave It To Psmith by Ian Hay and P G Wodehouse
Promotional postcard for Leave It To Psmith by Ian Hay and P. G. Wode-house.from Wodehouses novel (1923). First produced at the Shaftesbury Theatre, 27th September 1930

The Geneva Union, Shaftesbury Avenue, London
The Geneva Union, 158-160 Shaftesbury Avenue, London - listed as the Hotel Employees Association - one of at least two clubhouses for Swiss Hotel workers in the West End

Tango teas at the Queens Theatre, London
The Latest Fashion : " Pour Passer le Temps." Tango teas at the Queens Theatre, London (on Shaftesbury Avenue), where the stalls have been removed and replaced by tables

Shaftesbury Home, Bisley - Farm School Cricket Team
Shaftesbury Home, Bisley - the Farm School winning cricket eleven in 1901. Date: 1901

Shaftesbury Home, Bisley - Farm Work
Shaftesbury Home, Bisley - boys load hay from wagons onto haystacks. Date: 1890s

Launch of Shamrock V
The Shamrock V yacht, commissioned by Sir Thomas Lipton to contest the Americas Cup, is launched at Gosport, Hampshire following the naming ceremony by Lady Shaftesbury Date: 14 April 1930

Belfast Castle, Seat of the Earl of Shaftesbury - a view looking close in and down on the Castle. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Belfast). Date: circa early 1900s

Gold Hill, Shaftesbury, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Shaftesbury / 1st Earl / Min
ANTHONY ASHLEY COOPER 1st EARL of SHAFTESBURY English politician

London Ragged School, Battersea 1890s
The London Ragged Schools Union was established in April 1844 to combine resources in the city, providing free education, food, clothing, lodging and other home missionary services for poor children

Gold Hill, Shaftesbury, Dorset, England

Gold Hill in Winter, Shaftesbury, Dorset, England

Training Ship Arethusa
Boys in naval uniform exercise on the training ship Arethusa, moored on the Thames at Greenhithe and run by the National Refuge for Homeless and Destitute Children

Maud Allan, The Vision of Salome, Palace Theatre, London
Maud Allan in The Vision of Salome, Palace Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue, London. 1908

The corner of Shaftesbury Avenue and Greek Street, London - large advertising hoardings/billboards for The Talk of the Town revue at The Adelphi Theatre and Crazy Gang at the Victoria Palace Theatre

Shaftesbury from Melbury Hill, Cranborne Chase, Dorset, England, UK

View across the Blackmore Vale from Melbury Hill near Shaftesbury, Dorset, England, UK

Gold Hill at dawn, Shaftesbury, Dorset, England, UK

Gold Hill, Shaftesbury, Dorset, England, UK

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Shaftesbury, a picturesque town nestled in the heart of Dorset, England, is known for its charming streets and rich history. One of its most iconic landmarks is Gold Hill, a cobbled street that seems to have been plucked straight out of a fairytale. With its quaint cottages and stunning views over the rolling countryside, it's no wonder that Gold Hill has captured the hearts of visitors from all around the world. In contrast to this peaceful setting lies Shaftesbury Avenue in London, where the vibrant energy of theater crowds fills the air. This bustling street is home to some of London's most renowned theaters, attracting both locals and tourists alike. From classic plays to modern musicals, there's always something captivating happening on Shaftesbury Avenue. Speaking of London landmarks, who could forget Piccadilly Circus? In 1956, this famous intersection was alive with activity as people flocked to see shows like "In Dahomey, " starring George Walker and Ada Overton Walker at Windmill Theatre. The vibrant lights and bustling atmosphere made Piccadilly Circus an unforgettable experience for anyone lucky enough to witness it. Traveling back in time to the 1920s brings us once again to Piccadilly Circus - a hub of excitement and entertainment. The neon signs illuminating this lively square created an enchanting ambiance that drew people from far and wide. But let's not stray too far from our beloved Shaftesbury itself – after all, Gold Hill remains one of its greatest treasures. Whether you visit in June when flowers bloom along every corner or any other time throughout the year; Gold Hill never fails to captivate with its timeless beauty. So whether you find yourself strolling down Soho's Shaftesbury Avenue or wandering through the enchanting streets of Dorset's Shaftesbury town; one thing is certain – these places hold stories waiting to be discovered by those willing to explore.