Acton Collection

Children on a Street
A group of working class children, black and white, playing together on Crown Street, probably in Acton, London W3

Acton Fire Brigade Station

Acton Good Yard, c1920s

Joseph Alfred Sparks campaigning
Joseph Alfred Sparks (19011981) - a British trade unionist and Labour Party politician. Campaigning for the parliamentary constituency of Acton in 1945 with the slogan

The Bright Young People at a party
A group of Bright Young Things at Captain Macheacans fancy dress party where guests were instructed to come as a living celebrity

NFS-London Region 50ft wheeled escape ladder, WW2
An Ajax style wheeled escape ladder, wound out in its carriage, from Fire Force Area 34 Acton fire station (E1Z) located at 24 Gunnersbury Lane, Acton, West London

Mothercraft
circa 1910: Mothercraft lessons for girls at a day nursery in Acton, showing how to bath a baby. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Removal Men and their vans
A pair of early motorised removal lorries and their teams of removal men - the company is P. W. Caswill of Acton Lane, Chiswick, London - they also offered warehousing

1991 Australian GP
ADELAIDE STREET CIRCUIT, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 03: Gerhard Berger, McLaren MP4-6 Honda during the Australian GP at Adelaide Street Circuit on November 03, 1991 in Adelaide Street Circuit, Australia

Formula One World Championship, Rd 9, British Grand Prix, Race, Silverstone, England, Sunday 10 July 2011
Jerome d'Ambrosio (BEL) Marussia Virgin Racing VR-02. Formula One World Championship, Rd 9, British Grand Prix, Race, Silverstone, England, Sunday 10 July 2011

2011 Toronto
EXHIBITION PLACE, CANADA - JULY 10: #22 Ferrari of Ft. Lauderdale Ferrari 458 Challenge: Enzo Potolicchio during the Toronto at Exhibition Place on July 10, 2011 in Exhibition Place, Canada

F1 Formula 1 Formula One Grand Prix Gp Bel Acton
Spa-Francorchamps, Spa, Belgium. Saturday 27 August 2016. Felipe Massa, Williams FW38 Mercedes. World Copyright: Glenn Dunbar/LAT Photographic ref: Digital Image _31I0991

Punk rock wedding at Acton Town Hall of The Damned frontman Dave Vanian, 20, and Laurie Glendon, 20. After the wedding they are going to Hastings for a couple of days as the groom is in the middle of

Military tanks loaded onto Crocodile G wagons, c. 1939
A train load of military tanks, loaded onto Crocodile G wagons, make their way through Acton, en-route to the Channel Ports, for shipment over seas

Horn Lane, Acton, West London, W3
circa 1910s

Children at Willesden Workhouse / Central Middlesex Hospital
Young children and their nurses at the Acton Lane site of the Willesden Workhouse / Central Middlesex Hospital. Date: Date unknown

Everton v Aston Villa, League Division One, final score 3-1 to Everton. Alex young watches his daisy cutter beat the diving goalkeeper Withers to score his sides third goal. 1st April 1967

Hot Weather Scenes, Oasis Swimming Pool, Holborn, London, 12th May 1954

Wrexham LL12 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wrexham LL12 7

Advert, W & G Du Cros Ltd, luxury motor car hire
Advert, W & G Du Cros Ltd, Luxury Motor Car Hire, Acton Vale, West London Date: 1910

Parade of White Corps in Acton Turville, Western Contingent of The Officers Training Corps. Outdoor military photograph passing through village

Advertising in the Sky by Electric Light (litho)
1047737 Advertising in the Sky by Electric Light (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertising in the Sky by Electric Light)

Photograph of Swan PH, Acton, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1933

Photograph of Leamington PH, Acton, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1938

Photograph of Capel Arms, Acton (Old), London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub

Photograph of Capel Arms, Acton (New), London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

The New Fire Station at Acton (b / w photo)
1592357 The New Fire Station at Acton (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Fire Station at Acton)

Miss Sketch keeps a Diary - First Night of Le Bonheur
Page from The Sketch reporting on the first night of the Charles Boyer film, Le Bonheur at the Curzon cinema. Guests include Mr and Mrs Anthony Acton, Sir Michael and Lady Pamela Berry (nee Smith)

Personalities at the Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve banquet caricatured by Fred May. Pictured are C. I. H. Concannon, Charles Hipwood, Lord Chelmsford, Air Vice Marshal Sir Philip Garrie

Patriotic bicylist (photo)
607697 Patriotic bicylist (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Patriotic bicylist); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright

Railway map, Willesden, Acton Wells, Queens Park, London
Railway map, Willesden, Acton Wells, Queens Park (West Kilburn), London, with colour coding of the various railway companies. Date: 1920

Railway map, Acton, Kew, Turnham Green, London
Railway map, Acton, Kew, South Acton & Turnham Green, London, with colour coding of the various railway companies. Date: 1913

Modern Fonts, Messrs Francis, Architects (engraving)
2812331 Modern Fonts, Messrs Francis, Architects (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Modern Fonts, Messrs Francis, Architects)

Daphne Strutt and Vida Cuthbert by Madame Yevonde
Double portrait of the Hon. Daphne Strutt (1911-2003), later Daphne, Lady Acton, together with her step-sister, Vida Cuthbert, later Vida Schreiber (circa 1910-2003)

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Helen Mary Grace Rospigliosi, nee Lyon-Dalberg-Acton (left) (1910-2001) and her sister Hon. Margaret Mary Teresa Lyon-Dalberg-Acton (right) (1919-1997) on the front cover of The Sketch magazine

View of Acton from the South West (engraving)
3103867 View of Acton from the South West (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of Acton from the South West)

Richard Baxters House at Acton (litho)
1615624 Richard Baxters House at Acton (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Richard Baxters House at Acton)

Ruffy-Bauman Advanced Trainer. Mr. Felix Ruffy and Mr. Edward Baumann founded a flying school at Hendon, but moved to Acton, where the Ruffy, Arnell and Baumann Aviation Co. Ltd

MA Middlesex Acton Vector Road Map. All source data is in the public domain. U.S. Census Bureau Census Tiger. Used Layers: areawater, linearwater, roads, rails, cousub, pointlm, uac10

MA Middlesex Concord Vector Road Map. All source data is in the public domain. U.S. Census Bureau Census Tiger. Used Layers: areawater, linearwater, roads, rails, cousub, pointlm, uac10

Usa, Massachusetts, Acton. Pond with fall foliage (aerial view)

Matron, Gold and Bronze Medallists, Acton Hospital. Reverse reads Gold & Bronze Medallist with the Matron Acton Hospital Date: 1950-60

Nurse receiving an award
Nurse Annie Singleton, pictured here, won the gold medal prize for nursing in her graduating year from Acton Hospital. She is being presented with that gold medal by a visiting senior military nurse

Joe Acton, Wrestler, from Worlds Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen &
Joe Acton, Wrestler, from Worlds Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1887

Shropshire SY9 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Shropshire SY9 5

Ashford TN30 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Ashford TN30 7

Ealing W3 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Ealing W3 6

Staffordshire ST5 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Staffordshire ST5 4

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"Acton: A Tapestry of History and Vibrant Moments" Step onto the streets of Acton, where the laughter of children fills the air and their playful footsteps echo on every corner. The vibrant energy is palpable as they explore this charming neighborhood. Standing tall amidst the hustle and bustle is the Acton Fire Brigade Station, a symbol of safety and protection for all residents. Its presence brings reassurance to both young and old, reminding us that help is always close at hand. Transport yourself back to the 1920s, when Acton Good Yard was a hub of activity. The bustling scene captures an era filled with hope and progress, as people worked diligently to build a brighter future. Intrigue awaits at a party attended by none other than The Bright Young People. Their glamorous attire dazzles under sparkling lights, embodying an era known for its exuberance and indulgence in life's pleasures. During World War II, NFS-London Region's 50ft wheeled escape ladder stood tall against adversity. This remarkable piece of history served as a lifeline during times of danger, offering hope amid chaos. A punk rock wedding like no other took place at Acton Town Hall when Dave Vanian from The Damned tied the knot. It was an unconventional celebration that perfectly embodied rebellion mixed with love—a true testament to individuality. Mothers find solace in Mothercraft—an oasis where wisdom is shared among generations. Here they gather knowledge on nurturing their little ones while forming lifelong friendships within this tight-knit community. Removal Men and their vans weave through Acton's streets like busy bees—relocating dreams from one home to another, and are unsung heroes who ensure smooth transitions during moments of change in people's lives. W & G Du Cros Ltd advertises luxury motor car hire—a touch of elegance amidst everyday life in Acton. With these exquisite vehicles at your disposal, you can embark on unforgettable journeys and create cherished memories.