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Scene from The Faithful HeartA scene from the film The Faithful Heart depicting a fictional Victoria Cross investiture ceremony at Buckingham Palace. Date: 1932
Richmond Horse ShowHorse jumping at the Richmond Horse Show. Pictured are Lady Wright on Tanapex, Major J. H. Dudgeon on Goblet, Lady Wright again on Brer Rabbit, and Miss J. Marshall Magee on Nancy. Date: 1932
Ascot ScenesReproductions of paintings by Charles Simpson (1885-1971) depicting scenes at Ascot on the race course and in the paddock. Date: 1930s
Brooklands RaceScenes from the British Thousand Miles Race at Brooklands. The wreckage of an M.G. Midget driven by H. Leeson, who died in the accident. And female winners T. H. Wisdom and Joan Richmond. Date: 1932
John De Forest with Golf TrophyJohn De Forest (1907-1997), winner of the Open Amateur Golf Championship at Muirfield, with his trophy. Date: 1932
Stanley Lupino (1893-1942) came from a celebrated theatrical family. His career embraced acting, dancing, writing and directing. Date: circa 1932
Anglers by Staverton Bridge on the River Dart, near Totnes. Date: 1932
Tom Walls and HorseActor and horse owner/trainer Tom Walls (1883-1949) was well known for his appearances in Aldwych farces. Here he is pictured with his horse April the Fifth, victorious at this year's Derby
Brooklands Flying DisplayImages from a flying display promoted by the Guild of Air Pilots at Brooklands, near Weybridge, including an autogyro. Date: 1932
Derby SundayCrowds attending the Derby Sunday races at Epsom, including an open-air church service. Date: 1932
Fritz Lang's MImages from Fritz Lang's 1931 film M, including Peter Lorre (1904-1964) as Hans Beckert in his first major film role. Date: circa 1931
Fashion from Aquascutum and WoodrowsA golf outfit and raincoat from Aquascutum, and various hats from Woodrows of Piccadilly. Date: 1932
Advert for Summer Suits in Ascot CrepeAdvert from Marshall and Snelgrove, promoting their latest range of summer suits, made from Ascot crepe. Date: 1932
Advert for Emile, offering an expert Court coiffure service, including the attachment of veils and feathers. Date: 1932
Epsom RacecourseIllustration by Charles Simpson, showing spectators viewing the action from their vehicles. Date: circa 1932
White City GreyhoundsAdvert promoting the White City Greyhound Racing Club. Date: 1932
A New Roller at EdgbastonA new type of water-absorbing roller, being put to use at Edgbaston cricket ground. Date: 1932
Advert for Bathing SuitsAn advert for the latest range of bathing suits available at Debenhams. Date: 1932
Towpath Spectators at Oxford RowingSpectators line the towpath to watch the Oxford Summer Eights rowing competition. Date: 1932
Diving Off a Bi-PlaneA Moth bi-plane being put to imaginative use at the De Havilland School of Flying at Hatfield. Date: 1932
Advert for Women's HatsMarshall & Snelgrove advertising their range of material hats for women, a craze fresh from Paris. Date: 1932
Women's Fashion FeatureLingerie, topcoats and hairstyles - an eclectic range of women's fashion trends. Date: 1932
Davis Cup TennisScenes from the Second Round of the Davis Cup tennis contest, played between Great Britain and Rumania in Torquay. This year, Britain ultimately made it through to the semi-finals
Gordon HarkerActor Gordon Harker (1885-1967) had a prolific film and stage career. Here he is being celebrated for his portrayal of Cockney characters. Date: circa 1932
Betty StockfeldAustralian actress Betty Stockfeld (1905-1966), mostly known for her film work, but here appearing in a theatrical production of A Cold June at the Duchess Theatre. Date: 1932
Brooklands Racetrack and the River WeyMotor racing at Brooklands, observed by punters on the River Wey. Date: 1932
Tilly Losch (1903-1975), also known as Ottilie Herbert, and later Countess of Carnarvon, was an Austrian dancer, actress and painter
Royal Tournament RehearsalLife Guards rehearsing a display of bare-back horse-jumping for the Royal Tournament, to be held at Olympia the following week. Date: 1932
Scene from The Merchant of VeniceErnest Milton (1890-1974) as Shylock and Lydia Sherwood (1906-1989) as Jessica, in a production of The Merchant of Venice at the St James's Theatre. Date: 1932
Vivian McGrathAustralian tennis player Vivian Viv McGrath (1916-1978), here aged sixteen. He was famous for his two-handed backhand. Date: 1932
Otter Hunting in DorsetThe Courtenay Tracy Otterhounds in action at Witchampton, Dorset. The top image shows the Keep Gate of St Giles's. Date: 1932
Otter Hunt at Hornby CastleScenes of an otter hunt at Hornby Castle, Bedale, Yorkshire, conducted by the Kendal and District Otterhounds. Date: 1932
Modish AccessoriesAdvert for fashion accessories available at Harvey Nichol's in Knightsbridge. Date: 1932
Binnie HaleBeatrice Binnie Hale-Monro was an English actress, singer and dancer. Here she is publicising a revue show at the London Hippodrome. Date: circa 1932
Swimming SeasonSwimming scenes from pools in Wembley, Blackpool and San Francisco. The new Wembley pool is being opened by Rt. Hon. L. S. (Leo) Amery (1873-1955). Date: 1932
Stock Exchange Walk, BrightonWinner L. J. Hollyer at the conclusion of the Stock Exchange Brighton Walk. Founded by a member of the London Stock Exchange
Kenyan WaterbuckInhabitants of Nyeri, Kenya, with a slain waterbuck antelope. Date: circa 1932
Vile BodiesA stage adaptation of Evelyn Waugh's novel Vile Bodies at the Vaudeville Theatre. Date: 1932
Achieving WomenCarrie Fin and Lady Gordon Cumming displaying large fish. And actress Gladys Cooper (1888-1971) sitting for a portrait with Walter Webster (1877-1959). Date: 1932
Fashions for Humans and GreyhoundsAdvert for Marshall and Snelgrove, promoting their matching outfits for greyhounds and their owners. Date: 1932
F. K. Scott and Kay StammersTennis players F. K. Scott and Katherine Kay Stammers (1914-2005), at a tournament. Stammers went on to become Wimbledon Women's Doubles Champion with Freda James in 1935. Date: 1932
Fashions for Town and CountryAdvert depicting the latest fashions for town and country. Date: 1932
Advert for Dunlop Tyres, as used in motoring and aviation. Date: 1932
Advert for Dunlop RaincoatsAdvert for Dunlop's range of weatherproof women's outerwear. Date: 1932
Newmarket ScenesReproductions of watercolours by French artisit Maurice Taquoy (1878-1952), depicting scenes at Newmarket. The top image shows the dip before the finish of the Exeter Stakes
Newcastle v Arsenal at WembleyMembers of the Newcastle United and Arsenal teams, due to compete at Wembley Stadium in the Cup Final. Also pictured is Herbert Chapman (1878-1934) the Arsenal manager. Date: 1932
Tallulah Bankhead in Thunder BelowActress Tallulah Bankhead (1902-1968) appearing in the film Thunder Below with Charles Bickford (1891-1967) and Paul Lukas (1894-1971). Date: circa 1932
Ivor Novello in I Lived With YouIvor Novello (1893-1951) wrote and starred in this stage production of I Lived With You, which was later made into a film