Donald Campbell, Coniston Water, Lancashire, pictures taken on the day of his death

Choose Your Product

Memory Lane Photo Prints and Wall Art

Donald Campbell, Coniston Water, Lancashire, pictures taken on the day of his death

Donald Campbell, Coniston Water, Lancashire, pictures taken on the day of his death, 4th January 1967.
Campbell was killed when Bluebird K7 flipped and disintegrated at a speed in excess of 300 mph (480 km/h)
Bluebird had completed a north-south run at an average of 297.6 mph (478.9 km/h), and a peak speed of 315 mph (507 km/h).
The second run was even faster; as K7 passed the start of the measured kilometre, she was travelling at over 320 mph (510 km/h).
However her stability had begun to break down and the front of the boat started to bounce out of the water on the starboard side. K7 lifted from the water at an ever increasing angle, before she took off at a 90-degree to the water surface.
She somersaulted and plunged back into the lake, nose first. The boat then cartwheeled across the water before coming to rest.
The impact broke Bluebird forward of the air intakes where Campbell was sitting, killing him instantly; the main hull sank shortly afterwards.
Donald Campbell remains the only person to set both world land and water speed records in the same year (1964). © Mirrorpix

Michael Brennan
Daily Herald
Mirrorpix
England

Media ID 21629908

Attempts Bluebird Records Speed World Record

Framed Prints of Donald Campbell, Coniston Water, Lancashire, pictures taken on the day of his death

Relive history with this poignant framed print from Memory Lane Prints. Witness a moment in time captured by photographer Michael Brennan on the fateful day of Donald Campbell's tragic accident at Coniston Water, Lancashire, on 4th January 1967. The iconic image of Campbell and his Bluebird K7 in action, taken just hours before the record-breaking speedboat met its unfortunate end, is now available in a beautifully presented, ready-to-hang framed print. A must-have for motorsport enthusiasts and history buffs alike, this unique piece brings a piece of history into your home.

Photo Prints of Donald Campbell, Coniston Water, Lancashire, pictures taken on the day of his death

Relive history with this poignant photograph from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. Taken by acclaimed photographer Michael Brennan on the fateful day of the 4th January 1967, this image captures Donald Campbell in his final moments at Coniston Water, Lancashire, as he attempted to break the water speed record in his Bluebird K7. A haunting and poignant reminder of this tragic event, this print is a must-have for any history or motorsports enthusiast's collection.

Poster Prints of Donald Campbell, Coniston Water, Lancashire, pictures taken on the day of his death

Remembering a Legend: Donald Campbell's Last Moments Captured in Time. Explore our Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints featuring the powerful and poignant photograph by Michael Brennan. Taken on the fateful day of his tragic death, this iconic image showcases Campbell's final moments at Coniston Water, Lancashire. Pay tribute to a true daredevil who pushed boundaries as Bluebird K7 reached speeds exceeding 300 mph. Preserve history with this captivating print from Memory Lane Prints.

Jigsaw Puzzles of Donald Campbell, Coniston Water, Lancashire, pictures taken on the day of his death

Experience the thrill of history with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image "Donald Campbell at Coniston Water, Lancashire" by Michael Brennan from Memory Lane Prints. This intriguing puzzle depicts Donald Campbell on the fateful day of his tragic accident, 4th January 1967, when his Bluebird K7 flipped and disintegrated at an extraordinary speed. Immerse yourself in this piece of motorsport history, as you piece together this challenging and evocative puzzle. A must-have for history buffs, puzzle enthusiasts, and fans of Donald Campbell's legendary career.