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Essex Collection (page 35)

Background imageEssex Collection: Catlins Royal Pierrots at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex

Catlins Royal Pierrots at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
Will Catlins Royal Pierrots used to be a familiar sight at seaside resorts around the UK. They entertained holidaymakers with free shows, then took round a collection box at the end of the show

Background imageEssex Collection: International Stores, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex

International Stores, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
Interior view of The International Stores at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, showing biscuit containers (Mitre Biscuits) in front of the counter, and stacks of tins and packets on shelves behind. 1963

Background imageEssex Collection: Fun on the beach at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex

Fun on the beach at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
Six young women run hand-in-hand towards the sea at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex. Other holidaymakers and rows of beach huts can be seen in the background. circa 1930

Background imageEssex Collection: True to the Core lifeboat, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex

True to the Core lifeboat, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
The lifeboat of Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, named True to the Core, seen here under sail with her crew on board wearing their cork lifebelts. circa 1898

Background imageEssex Collection: Cafe decorated for George VI Coronation, Walton, Essex

Cafe decorated for George VI Coronation, Walton, Essex
A cafe on the High Street, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, decorated to celebrate the Coronation of King George VI. There are advertisements for Cooked Meats, Breakfasts, Luncheons, Teas

Background imageEssex Collection: Lifeboat crew, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex

Lifeboat crew, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
The crew of the first voluntary lifeboat of Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, named True to the Core. They are seen here wearing their cork lifebelts. circa 1905

Background imageEssex Collection: Violin and harp recital on beach, Walton, Essex

Violin and harp recital on beach, Walton, Essex
On a bright summer day an old gentleman plays his harp and a young boy plays the violin to entertain the holidaymakers on the beach at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex. circa 1900

Background imageEssex Collection: Four young men enjoying a pint of beer, Walton, Essex

Four young men enjoying a pint of beer, Walton, Essex

Background imageEssex Collection: The Town Hard, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex

The Town Hard, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
Scene at the Town Hard (the only place in the town where small boats can be launched into the river free of charge), Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex

Background imageEssex Collection: Childrens Christmas Party, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex

Childrens Christmas Party, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
A childrens Christmas party given by the town of Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex. 1955

Background imageEssex Collection: Calor Gas Window display, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex

Calor Gas Window display, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
Window display promoting Calor Gas and other products at a hardware ironmongers shop in Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex. 1956

Background imageEssex Collection: Four women outside a beach hut, Walton, Essex

Four women outside a beach hut, Walton, Essex
A typical summer scene at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, showing four women sitting in front of their beach hut close to Walton Pier. circa 1930

Background imageEssex Collection: Stable hands, Marine Hotel Stables, Walton-on-the-Naze

Stable hands, Marine Hotel Stables, Walton-on-the-Naze
A group of six grooms with a pony and a small child pictured in the stables of The Marine Hotel in Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, where guests horses were looked after during their stay. circa 1890

Background imageEssex Collection: Coronation fancy dress party, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex

Coronation fancy dress party, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex

Background imageEssex Collection: Holidaymakers enjoying a boat ride, Walton, Essex

Holidaymakers enjoying a boat ride, Walton, Essex
Holidaymakers at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, enjoying a boat trip from Hipkins Beach at the Naze (the headland just north of the town). circa 1950

Background imageEssex Collection: Darts Team with wooden spoon, Walton, Essex

Darts Team with wooden spoon, Walton, Essex
Members of the Walton-on-the-Naze Queens Head Darts Team, Essex, photographed with their trophy, a wooden spoon, awarded for coming bottom of the league. 1953

Background imageEssex Collection: Cafe and Tea Rooms, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex

Cafe and Tea Rooms, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
The Walton Cafe and Tea Rooms at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, displaying a giant advertisement for Lyons Tea. A smart family of five children and five adults pose for their photo. circa 1900

Background imageEssex Collection: Armed coastguards at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex

Armed coastguards at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
Seven armed coastguard officers pictured in front of their new quarters at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex. Chief Officer of Her Majestys Coastguard, Mr Jewson, stands behind his men with a drawn sword

Background imageEssex Collection: Fish & Chip shop, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex

Fish & Chip shop, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
Behind the counter view of Blooms Fish & Chip shop at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex. circa 1966

Background imageEssex Collection: Sea Cadets in hammocks on a barge, Walton, Essex

Sea Cadets in hammocks on a barge, Walton, Essex
Four sea cadets in hammocks under the watchful eye of an officer who was also the owner of The British King, a barge moored at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex. circa 1960

Background imageEssex Collection: Billboard advertisements, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex

Billboard advertisements, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
Billboard advertisements at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, for Whiteways Devonshire Cyder and The Royal Navy. circa 1949

Background imageEssex Collection: Clothing & Boot Stores, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex

Clothing & Boot Stores, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
Exterior view of a Clothing and Boot Stores on the High Street in Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, with a man and two women posing outside. circa 1910

Background imageEssex Collection: Street scene during carnival, Walton on the Naze, Essex

Street scene during carnival, Walton on the Naze, Essex
People in the High Street during a carnival or fancy dress parade at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex. circa 1900

Background imageEssex Collection: The audience, Kings Theatre, Walton, Essex

The audience, Kings Theatre, Walton, Essex
An audience gathered at the Kings Theatre (part of the Town Hall) for a show put on for the older residents of Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex. circa 1910

Background imageEssex Collection: Nevendon, Essex - Village Stores

Nevendon, Essex - Village Stores
Nevendon, Essex - Baker & Son Village Store Date: 1950s

Background imageEssex Collection: Silhouette of the coast at Southend, Essex

Silhouette of the coast at Southend, Essex
Silhouette view of the coast at Southend, Essex, with ships at sea and on shore, and two men chatting

Background imageEssex Collection: Ongar, Essex - High Street and Council Offices

Ongar, Essex - High Street and Council Offices Date: 1905

Background imageEssex Collection: CATHEDRAL OF ESSEX

CATHEDRAL OF ESSEX
A corner of the spacious interior of Thaxted Church, Essex, England, aptly called, due to its size and splendour, the Cathedral of Essex. Date: 14th, 15th & 16th century

Background imageEssex Collection: Old Essex Cottages

Old Essex Cottages
Lovely old cottages such as these at Clavering, Essex, England, appeal to us all, with their simplicity of structure. Date: 1930s

Background imageEssex Collection: Pargetted House

Pargetted House
Pargetting (decorative plasterork) on a house in Earls Colne, Essex, England. Date: 1950s

Background imageEssex Collection: Dedham Church Interior

Dedham Church Interior
An view of the fine interior of Dedham Church, Essex, England. Date: 15th century

Background imageEssex Collection: Waltham Abbey Window

Waltham Abbey Window
The interior of Waltham Abbey, shwoing the glorious East Window, Essex, England. Date: 11th century

Background imageEssex Collection: Maldon, Essex

Maldon, Essex
General view of Maldon, Essex Date: circa 1830

Background imageEssex Collection: Yachting on the Stour

Yachting on the Stour
A small yacht on the River Stour, Essex, England. Date: 1930s

Background imageEssex Collection: Epping Green Fox Meet

Epping Green Fox Meet
Hunt riders and their hounds meet for refreshment outside a pub at Epping Green, Essex, England, before the fox hunt. Date: 1930s

Background imageEssex Collection: Nevendon

Nevendon
A beautifully-printed postcard depicting the Village Post Office at Nevendon, Essex Date: 1950s

Background imageEssex Collection: PURFLEET, Essex

PURFLEET, Essex
General view of Purfleet, Essex Date: 1807

Background imageEssex Collection: Kirby Hall, Essex

Kirby Hall, Essex
A man entices a horse with a handful of hay, while sheep graze in the grounds of Kirby Hall, Essex, the residence of Peter Muilman Esquire. Date: circa 1750

Background imageEssex Collection: Chimney Sweep Carving

Chimney Sweep Carving
A quaint stone carving over a doorway at Benstead Hall, Stanstead Mountfitchet, Essex, England. It depicts a chimney sweeps brush and canes, bag of soot and a chimney pot

Background imageEssex Collection: Essex Foxhounds Meet

Essex Foxhounds Meet
The Meet of the Essex Foxhounds, at Epping Green, Essex, England. Date: 1930s

Background imageEssex Collection: END OF THE DAY

END OF THE DAY
The End of the Day ; an old hay wain at rest at the end of the working day on a farm in Essex, England. Date: 1950s

Background imageEssex Collection: Essex Queen

Essex Queen
Paddle steamer carrying holidaymakers on the Essex coast of East Anglia. Date: early 20th century

Background imageEssex Collection: Westcliff Gardens

Westcliff Gardens
A glimpse of part of the fine cliff gardens at Westcliff-on- Sea, Essex, England. Date: 1950s

Background imageEssex Collection: piscatorial Relaxation

piscatorial Relaxation
Piscatorial Relaxation : An old angler enjoying a spot of fly fishing on the banks of a lake in Essex, England. Date: 1950s

Background imageEssex Collection: Waltham Abbey Altar

Waltham Abbey Altar
The original Nave of Waltham Abbey, Essex, England. On the right is the Norman south doorway and the door, with its curious crescent-shaped hinges. Date: 11th century

Background imageEssex Collection: Colchester Priory

Colchester Priory
Part of the ruins of St. Botolphs Priory Church, Colchester, Essex, England. Date: mid 12th century

Background imageEssex Collection: Nether Hall, Essex

Nether Hall, Essex (2 of 2) Date: circa 1770

Background imageEssex Collection: Romford, Essex

Romford, Essex
The market place at Romford, Essex, on a busy day. Date: circa 1830



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