Subculture Collection

Teddy Boys in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, England, Circa 1965

Two of the original San Francisco Hells Angels in London. They are riding their massive 1200cc bikes. They are Peter Knell and Sweet William Tumbleweed. 12th December 1968

Fifteen year old skinhead Chris Harward poses at home with his mother Joan at their flat in Streatham, South London. 10th April 1970

punk era April 1983 - fashion, portrait, young woman, make up, punks

Teddy Boys. Picture taken in the Manchester area in 1975. Picture taken 13th April 1975

Motor cycle rowdies in Dover. Pictured, police officers stopping them and taking particulars during their mass tour round the town. 26th May 1969

Motor cycle rowdies in Dover. Pictured, police officers stopping them and taking particulars during their mass tour round the town. 26th May 1969

Computer hacker, artwork. Man sitting on a bench with a wireless laptop computer, engaged in computer hacking. This is the activity of accessing and modifying other computers and networks

Men's fashion during the French Revolution. Les Incroyables. Members of a fashionable aristocratic subculture in
1000875 Men's fashion during the French Revolution. Les Incroyables. Members of a fashionable aristocratic subculture in Paris during the French Directory

Men's fashion during the French Revolution. Les Incroyables. Members of a fashionable aristocratic subculture in
1000873 Men's fashion during the French Revolution. Les Incroyables. Members of a fashionable aristocratic subculture in Paris during the French Directory

Men's fashion during the French Revolution. Les Incroyables. Members of a fashionable aristocratic subculture in
1000872 Men's fashion during the French Revolution. Les Incroyables. Members of a fashionable aristocratic subculture in Paris during the French Directory

Prince Charles meet Punk Phill Sick during a game of polo. The Punks turned up to the game in Windsor to invite the Prince to a rock concert that night. 27th May 1979

Skinhead family from Coventry, George, 41, with his children, Colin, 17 and Ann, 14. 21st May 1982

17-year-old punk Saroj Nelson at home in North London. 19th July 1981

The wedding of Ronnie Cook and 19-year-old Mandy Fraser at Bedford Register Office. Seconds after the ceremony prisoner Ronnie, handcuffed to a prison officer, was escorted back to jail

Seventeen year old skinhead teenager Janet Askham poses in the street at her home in Huddersfield, West Riding of Yorkshire. 6th June 1970

Skinhead and Ben Sherman boy. 15th August 1970

Ton-up boy Ron Rhodes, 22, nicknamed "King Midas"by other members of Hell
Ton-up boy Ron Rhodes, 22, nicknamed " King Midas" by other members of Hells Angels, outside the church after a service, wearing a fur helmet

Teddy Boys in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, England, Circa 1965

Punk Rocker and Teddy Boy youths in Kings Road, London. Pictured, scenes along Kings Road. 30th July 1977

Abbey Park Music Festival, Leicester, Saturday 13th August 1988

A Beatnik party at Hampstead. August 1960

Robert Sacchi comes bang into the 1980s when he bumps into some skinheads on Carnaby Street. 2nd November 1982

Not quite Wentworth style, but in the wake of the Davis Cup Victory it is not surprising that even a punk would fancy trying his hand at the ancient game

Prince Charles meet Punks Anne Wobble, 17, Tony Waterman, 17, and Phil Sick, 19, during a game of polo. The Punks turned up to the game in Windsor to invite the Prince to a rock concert that night

Prince Charles meet Punks during a game of polo. The Punks turned up to the game in Windsor to invite the Prince to a rock concert that night. 27th May 1979

Schoolgirl Laura Goldsmith transforms into a punk rocker. 18th December 1980

The Ton-up boys and their girlfriends turned up for a sportsmans service at Trinity Methodist Church, Leigh, Lancashire. They went to the service at the invitation of the 22 year old minister

Saltbox Motor Cycle Club. 28th October 1962

Skinheads clash in Farringdon Road, London. Twenty to thirty youths were chased along the Farringdon Road after incidents involving a dmaged train and an alleged attack on a man

The "Festival of Life"meeting arranged by the CND held at Victoria Park in
The " Festival of Life" meeting arranged by the CND held at Victoria Park in Bethnal Green, East London. Picture shows

Skinhead couple Glenda Peake and Tony Hughes. 7th October 1969

Mods, Brighton Beach, East Sussex, Monday 27th August 1979

Mods v Rockers. Picture shows the scene at Margate, North East Kent in May 1964. Mods chasing the Rockers across the beach. Picture taken 17th May 1964

New Brighton Promenade was taken back to 1955 when Granada TV filmed a documentary programme with the aid of scores of old time " Teddy Boys"

Punks - 1980s - fashion, women, punk, vintage stills photographic library archive 80s

Le Bon Genre: Le Walse, after Carle Vernet (1758-1836), 1810 (hand-coloured etching)
BAL42796 Le Bon Genre: Le Walse, after Carle Vernet (1758-1836), 1810 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); O Shea Gallery, London

A group of skinheads in Southend, Essex. 4th April 1983

Poster asking for motor cyclists to help the Volunteer Emergency Service. 19th December 1965

Coffee Bar Cowboys. PC Dennis Self demonstrates riding techniques to (left to right) Gavin Banger 17, Tim Squibb 18, Michael Hunt 18 and John Barrow 17. 31st March 1965

Motor cyclists help the Volunteer Emergency Service. 19th December 1965

Service of Thanksgiving and Dedication for Motor Cyclists and Scooterists. Church of St Mary of Eton, Hackney Wick, London. 13th May 1962

Ton-Up Boys joined the great mercy search for Derek Parsloe, the 12 year old boy missing from his home in Brighton. Derek Parsloe is in daily need of drug doses to stop him falling into a coma

Motor cycle rowdies in Folkestone. Pictured, running through the gardens of the Royal Pavilion Hotel, Folkestone. 26th May 1969

Motor cycle rowdies in Folkestone. 26th May 1969

Young riders discuss the role of the motor cycle. May 1964

Seventeen year old skinhead teenager Bill Warwick of London. 18th June 1970

The scene at Brighton railway station where two dozen police officers sorted out, searched and warned groups of skinheads as they arrived in the town on the Bank Holiday weekend. 31st August 1970

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Subcultures have always been a fascinating aspect of society, offering a glimpse into the unique identities and lifestyles that individuals choose to embrace. From skinheads to Hells Angels, punks to Teddy Boys, these subcultures have left an indelible mark on history. In 1975, fifteen-year-old Chris Harward proudly posed with his mother Joan in their flat. A young skinhead, he embodied the rebellious spirit and distinctive fashion choices associated with this subculture. Meanwhile, two original San Francisco Hells Angels made their presence known in London, showcasing their rugged individualism and love for motorcycles. April 1983 witnessed the punk era at its peak as a young woman confidently flaunted her unconventional style - bold makeup and edgy fashion defining her identity as part of this vibrant movement. The wedding of Ronnie Cook and Mandy Fraser at Bedford Register Office showcased how even within mainstream events like marriage ceremonies, subcultural influences could be seen. The Teddy Boys of Manchester in 1975 exuded an air of nostalgia for the 1950s rock 'n' roll era while simultaneously embracing modernity. Their slicked-back hair and dapper attire were emblematic of their desire to stand out from the crowd. Motorcycle rowdies caused quite a stir in Dover when police officers intervened to maintain order. These Ton-Up Boys epitomized freedom on wheels but also faced societal scrutiny due to their wild behavior. One cannot discuss British youth subcultures without mentioning the iconic clash between mods and rockers during the early-to-mid-20th century. These conflicting groups represented different ideologies - mods favoring sophistication while rockers embraced rebellion through music and motorcycles. Their confrontations became symbolic battles fought on beaches across Britain's coastline. These snapshots into various subcultures remind us that beneath society's surface lies a tapestry woven by those who dare to defy norms and forge alternative paths.