1953 Collection (page 5)

All that remained of a cliff at Beltinge near Herne Bay on the North Kent coast where residents were concerned about the level of erosion. Date: 1953

The Outward Bound Trust Centre at Aberdovey, Snowdonia, North Wales. Date: 1953

Dolgoch - narrow gauge steam loco of the Talyllyn Railway
Dolgoch a narrow gauge 0-4-0 well tank steam locomotive built by Fletcher, Jennings & Co in 1866, still in active service to the Talyllyn Railway. Date: 1953

Lady Anne Coke, later Lady Glenconner, one of the Queens maids of honour at the 1953 Coronation. She was the eldest daughter of the Earl and Countess of Leicester and married Colin Tennant

Coronation Parade in Kilbarchan, Renfrewshire, Scotland, Saturday 30th May 1953, ahead of next weeks Coronation Day, with Church Steeple Hall and Tower in background

The Queen shaking hands with Glynis Johns watched by Kack Hawkins, James Robertson Justice and Kay Kendall at premiere of Rob Roy - October 1953

Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh visits Hillfields, Bristol. Pictured, guides waiting to see the Duke of Edinburgh. 6th November 1953

George Skibine and Maria Tallchief, Ballet Dancers performing routine on the beach at Biarritz in France, Tuesday 1st September 1953

Upholsterers seen here at work at the Greaves and Thomas furniture makers at their Amherst Works in Northwold Road, Clapton. 17th March 1953

Children playing indoors by dustbins in a house in Hull. 9th July 1953

Moira Shearer, Lady Kennedy, ballet dancer and actress, pictured rehearsing at the Royal Opera House, London, Tuesday 3rd February 1953

Blackett Street, Newcastle. 30th July 1953

The British Grand Prix held at Silverstone, Northamptonshire. The race was run to Formula Two rules, rather than the Formula One regulations normally used

Joan Hughes, MBE was a World War II ferry pilot and one of Britains first female test pilots. (Picture) Joan Hughes in aeroplane. 25th May 1953

Birmingham Co-Operative milkman with his dairy float and horse, which has been dressed in flowers to celebrate May Day 1st May 1953

Coins for money feature. 19th June 1953

The Queen in the Gold State Coach passing Hyde Park Corner on her return from Westminster Abbey to Buckingham Palace following her coronation. 2nd June 1953

The Queen in the Gold State Coach passing Charring Cross Road, Trafalgar Square on her way to Westminster Abbey for her coronation. 2nd June 1953

The Carriage Procession of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother with the Second Division, Captains Escort with Standard of the Household Cavalry just after passing through Admiralty Arch

Brixham trawlers gather for the annual blessing of the sea in October 1953

The Armada pub, Broadmead, Bristol dressed for the Coronation 1st June 1953

Residents of Catherine Mead Street, Bedminster, celebrate the Coronation in 1953

Opera Singer Walter Midgley who swallowed half his false moustache whilst performing. 2nd January 1953

Picture shows LEFT TO RIGHT Sitar Gombu, Lord Hunt, Daku Tensing, Sherpa Tensing Norgay (Sherpa Tenzing Norgay), Sherpa Gombu, the man who has been to Everest Twice

Sherpa Tensing Norgay (Sherpa Tenzing Norgay) and his wife Baku arrive at Heathrow Airport from Aukland, New Zealand. They are in the UK to go to Snowdonia for celebrations for the anniversary of

Picture shows Lord Hunt (left) and Sherpa Tensing Norgay (Sherpa Tenzing Norgay, right) Everest Men reunion at the Pen-y-Grwd Training base at Capel Curig, North Wales

Prime Minister Winston Churchill pictured at Harrow School. November 1953

Harry Ibbotson of Fermain Bay in Guernsey on his paddle boat with his two Alsatian dogs. 10th August 1953

Air Hostess of Boeing Stratocrusier that will be used for the Queens Royal tour of the Commonwealth. 16th September 1953

Actress Jacqueline Hill who played the Doctor Who companion Barbara 1953

Pinza and jockey Gordon Richards after winning the Epsom Derby - 1953 led in by owner Sir V Sassoon

Gina Lollobrigida the actress

Gina lollobrigida the italian actress before the premiere of her film le grande Jeu touching up a dress September 1953

Stan Matthews Cup Final at Wembley 2nd May 1953 The finals was Blackpool v Bolton Wanderers, with Blackpool winning 4-3. The match became famous for the performance of Blackpool winger Stanley

SS Asturias This is the ship, which left Southampton, England, for Australia on February 8th 1950. The ship arrived at Fremantle on March 6th 1950 and then went on to Melbourne and Sydney

Confrontation: Two horse men face each other on a bridge just outside George town, British Guyana. D6229A

Confrontation: Two horse men face each other on a bridge just outside George town, British Guyana. D6229A-001

Radioplane SD-1 surveillance drone developed from the OQ-19 family, seen on its zero-length launcher for JATO (Jet-Assisted Take-Off) boosted take-off. Date: circa 1953

Radioplane OQ-19D aerial target. The OQ-19 was a low-speed target used for gun and missile anti-aircraft training. Radioplane, a division of the Northrop Corporation

Leduc 0. 21 01, mounted on a S. E. 161
Leduc 0.21 01, mounted on its SNCASE SE.161 Languedoc mother-ship, parked next door to the second 0.21, also mounted on a Languedoc mother-ship

Texas Ag-1 N222. The first of the specialised agricultural aircraft, designed and built at Texas A&M College Aircraft Research Center by Fred Weick

Napier Nomad, a 12 cyl. compound diesel aircraft engine, with auxiliary turbine power recovery and supercharger. Seen in the exhibition hall at the 1953 SBAC Farnborough Air Show. Date: 1953

United States Air Force - North American F-86D Sabre 50-0496
United States Air Force - North American F-86D-5-NA Sabre (Dog) 50-0496 (Buzz number FU-496) *1952-53: USAF 3200th PTG.*1956

United States Navy - Martin P5M-1 Marlin 127718 (unit code LM, call-sign 8) with VP-44, based at Norfolk Naval Air Station, Virginia

Airspeed AS. 57 Ambassador 2 G-AMAH
Airspeed AS.57 Ambassador 2 G-AMAH (msn 5230), Elizabethan Class airliner named RMA Sir Christopher Hatton, of British European Airways at Blackbushe Airport. Date: 1953

de Havilland Canada DHC-2 Beaver 2 G-ANAR (msn 80) at the 1958 SBAC Farnborough Air Show. The prototype Beaver 2 was built in Canada and first flew at Downsview, piloted by George Neal

Westland Whirlwind Series 1 G-ANFH and Bell 47B-3 G-AKFN
Westland Whirlwind Series 1 G-ANFH (msn WA15) at Gatwick. Built 1953 and delivered from Yeovil to Gatwick on 2 November 1954 for British European Airways

Making artificial limbs, No 9 Shop, 1953
The skilled craftsmen of the Carriage and Wagon Works didn t just make rolling stock, they also made artificial limbs made from wood

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"1953: A Year of Triumphs and Icons" In the midst of a changing world, 1953 marked a year filled with remarkable achievements and unforgettable moments. Queen Elizabeth II, captured in all her regal splendor by Pietro Annigoni in the ILN, ascended to the throne amidst great anticipation. The Daily Sketch Coronation Number immortalized this historic event, showcasing the grandeur and pageantry that surrounded her coronation. But it wasn't just royalty that captivated the world's attention. Sir Edmund Hillary, an intrepid New Zealand mountaineer and explorer, etched his name into history alongside Tenzing Norgay as they conquered Mount Everest on May 28th. Their awe-inspiring feat symbolized human determination and resilience. Meanwhile, on more grounded terrain, the Willys Jeep became an emblem of adventure and freedom for many enthusiasts seeking thrilling escapades off-road. Its rugged design allowed people to explore uncharted territories with unparalleled confidence. Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh stood steadfastly beside Queen Elizabeth II throughout her reign - their partnership becoming an enduring symbol of love and support amidst royal responsibilities. For those seeking leisurely delights closer to home, Prestatyn Holiday Camp beckoned families for a true seaside getaway experience. With sun-soaked beaches and endless fun-filled activities for all ages, it offered cherished memories that would last a lifetime. The Verdi Opera advertisement transported culture enthusiasts back to 1953's vibrant arts scene while Emmwood's depiction of Goodwood showcased the excitement surrounding motorsports during this era. Harvey Nichols' advertisement epitomized timeless elegance as fashionistas flocked to its doors in search of exquisite style trends that defined their generation. And let us not forget about Ford Popular (Hot Rod) 1953 green - a car that embodied both speed and style; it roared down streets leaving trails of envy in its wake.