Thorne Collection

Willie Thorne - Snooker Player Date: 1980s

Thorne Swing Bridge early 1900s

The Canal, Thorne early 1900s

Thorne The Locks early 1900s

The Swing Bridge, Thorne early 1900s

Thorne Windmill, early 1900s

Thorne Market Place, early 1900s

Thorne Market Place probably 1920s

King Street, Thorne, early 1900s

Thorne King Street early 1900s

Two actors reading a wartime ??The Bystander?? between sho
Two actors in First World War costumes, reading a wartime issue of The Bystander between shows, theatrical portrait. Captioned, A Quiet Decko'

Shane Thorne South African Pro Surfer Mr Price Pro Ballito 2010 Ballito, Natal, South Africa 08 July 2010 Date: 08 July 2010

Ben Kay, Reuben Thorne & Richie Mccaw England & Sale Sharks Rugby Union England V New Zealand Twickenham, London, England 05 November 2006 Date: 05 November 2006

Reuben Thorne New Zealand Rugby Union 03 October 1999 Date: 03 October 1999

Reuben Thorne Collects Ball New Zealand V Tonga Rugby Union 03 October 1999 Date: 03 October 1999

Willie Thorne Embassy World Championships 22 April 1992 Date: 22 April 1992

The 20-seat Daimler bus for Doncaster, Edenthorpe, Hatfield and Thorne (new village). When Ernest Parish started running on a route between Doncaster and Armthorpe

George Thorne as Touchstone in As You Like It Date: 1890s

Thomas Thorne as Perkyn Middlewick in Our Boys Date: 1890s

Cartoon, Gus Harris and Tom Thorne
Cartoon, Mr Gus Harris - I m blest if there isn t Tom Thorne doing my Clergy-Testimonial trick! Augustus Harris (1852-1896), British actor, dramatist and impresario

D James and T Thorne, Vaudeville Theatre, London
David James (David Belasco) and Thomas Thorne, first managers of the Vaudeville Theatre, London. 1880

Thomas Thorne in Saints and Sinners - Theatre Magazine
Thomas Thorne, actor, in Saints and Sinners - The Theatre Magazine, March 1885. 1885

British Boers, Dutchmen in Yorkshire (b / w photo)
1599232 British Boers, Dutchmen in Yorkshire (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: British Boers, Dutchmen in Yorkshire)

Doncaster DN8 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Doncaster DN8 5

The Vaudeville Company in The Road to Ruin, at the Vaudeville Theatre, London, 1886. Artist: Barraud
The Vaudeville Company in The Road to Ruin, at the Vaudeville Theatre, London, 1886. Back: Charles Warner, Kate Rorke, Fuller Mellish, Fred Thorne

Torquay, Devon, 19th century. Artist: J Bastin
Torquay, Devon, 19th century. Torquays name originates in it being the quay of the ancient village of Torre

Pyramid Cheops Egypt George W Thorne American
Pyramid of Cheops, Egypt; George W. Thorne (American, active 1860s - 1870s); 1870s; Albumen silver print

Gems Adirondacks Blue Mountains George W Thorne
Gems of the Adirondacks. Blue Mountains; George W. Thorne (American, active 1860s - 1870s); about 1869; Albumen silver print

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"Thorne: A Journey Through Time" Step into the past and explore the captivating history of Thorne. From sporting legends to picturesque landscapes, this town has left an indelible mark on its surroundings. Willie Thorne - a name synonymous with snooker excellence. This talented player brought thrill and excitement to the game, leaving fans in awe of his skillful shots and strategic play. Transport yourself back to the early 1900s as you cross the iconic Thorne Swing Bridge. Witnessing its majestic structure spanning across The Canal, one can't help but marvel at the engineering brilliance that stood the test of time. Immerse yourself in nostalgia as you stroll along The Locks, capturing glimpses of life in Thorne during its early years. Picture-perfect scenes unfold before your eyes, transporting you to a bygone era filled with simplicity and charm. The Swing Bridge becomes a portal through which we travel further back in time. Early 1900s reveal Thorne Windmill standing tall against azure skies, a symbol of industry and progress that shaped this town's identity. Venture into Thorne Market Place; bustling streets lined with vibrant stalls offering goods from every corner imaginable. Step into probably 1920s where locals gather for lively exchanges amidst laughter and camaraderie - a true reflection of community spirit thriving within these historic walls. King Street beckons us next, revealing another facet of Thorne's past. As we wander down this street frozen in time, we catch glimpses of daily life unfolding before our eyes – horse-drawn carriages passing by while residents go about their business with grace and purpose. Intriguingly captured is an image frozen forever – two actors engrossed in reading "The Bystander, " perhaps seeking solace or entertainment during wartime trials. Their faces tell stories untold yet resonate deeply within our hearts as they remind us that even amidst chaos, art and literature provide solace.