Newnham Collection

Newnham on Severn Station, Gloucestershire, c. 1905
A view of passengers boarding an auto train stopped at Newnham on Severn station in Gloucestershire, c.1905. Newnham station opened in September 1851

Newnham on Severn Station and Goods Shed, Gloucestershire, c. 1910
A view of Newnham on Severn station in Gloucestershire, c.1910, showing a goods train stopped at the station and the goods shed behind

Rowing from Newnham College
Rowers from Newnham College, Cambridge, about to take part in a race against London University Ladies on the River Thames. Date: 1933

Severn Valley above Newnham, from Littledean, c. 1909 (w / c on paper)
940549 Severn Valley above Newnham, from Littledean, c.1909 (w/c on paper) by Steer, Philip Wilson (1860-1942); Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery)

Helen Gladstone (1849 - 1925), youngest daughter of British Prime Minister, William Gladstone; British educationist and vice-principal at Newnham College in Cambridge. Date: 1906

Kenilworth Castle, Warwickshire, as depicted on a fresco painting at Newnham Padox. Date: 1620

FALL / PEKINGESE / 1925
CHAMPION TAI YANG OF NEWNHAM Owned by Cowell. Date: 1925

NEWNHAM HOCKEY TEAM
A photograph of the Newnham College, Cambridge ladies hockey team; the captain sits in the centre with a trophy. Date: 1904

North Hertfordshire SG7 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of North Hertfordshire SG7 5

Hampshire RG27 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Hampshire RG27 9

Daventry NN11 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Daventry NN11 3

Swale ME9 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Swale ME9 0

Gloucester GL14 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Gloucester GL14 1

Cambridge CB3 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Cambridge CB3 9

Stratford-on-Avon B95 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Stratford-on-Avon B95 6

Cardiff, Lightship, 2009. Creator: Ethel Davies
Lightship 2000 or Helwick, known as Goleulong in Welsh, a former landmark of Cardiff Bay in Wales and operating as a Christian Centre

Inaugaration of Lord Mayor Nathaniel Newnham, London, 1801. Artist: Benjamin Smith
Inaugaration of Lord Mayor Nathaniel Newnham, London, 1801. Scene showing Nathaniel Newnham taking the Mayoralty Oath in the Guildhall, November 8 1782

Suzy Menkes - editor of Cambridge Varsity magazine
Suzy Menkes (born 1943), British journalist and lead fashion writer for the International Herald Tribune since 1988. Pictured here at the age of 22 as a third-year student at Newnham College

Millicent Garrett Fawcett, suffragist and early feminist, co-founder of Newnham College, Cambridge, and president of the moderate National Union of Womens Suffrage Societies (NUWSS)

Fall / Pekingese / 1925
Champion Tai Yang of Newnham Owned by Cowell

Anne Jemima Clough
ANNE JEMIMA CLOUGH English educator; first principal of Newnham. Sister of Arthur Hugh Clough. Date: 1820 - 1892

Elisabeth Scott (1898 - 1972)
Elisabeth Scott, architect, pictured at the time of the opening of the Fawcett building at Newnham College, Cambridge, a project on which she worked

Cricket / Team / Gloucester
Gloucester Writhall, Painter, Smith, Murch, Robert, E.M.Grace, Captain Newnham, W.G.Grace, Ferris, Kitkat, Troup, Board, H, W, Brown

Lady Wrangler June 1894
Miss A M J E JOHNSON of Newnham College, Cambridge, beats all her male competitors in the Mathematical Tripos, and is chaired and cheered round Clough Hall

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"Exploring the Rich History and Vibrant Present of Newnham" Newnham, a name that resonates with various locations and personalities, holds a captivating story within its grasp. From the rowing traditions at Newnham College to the bustling Newnham on Severn Station in Gloucestershire, this place has witnessed countless tales unfold. In the early 1900s, as captured in vintage photographs, Newnham on Severn Station stood proudly alongside its Goods Shed. A hub of activity and connection for locals and travelers alike. Meanwhile, Suzy Menkes took center stage as the editor of Cambridge Varsity magazine from her base in Newnham. The scenic beauty surrounding Newnham is awe-inspiring. The Severn Valley above Newnham offers breathtaking views that were immortalized through watercolor paintings on paper by talented artists back in 1909. It's no wonder Helen Gladstone found solace here; she was drawn to this serene haven as the youngest daughter of a British Prime Minister. Beyond its own borders, Kenilworth Castle in Warwickshire stands tall as an emblematic landmark associated with Newnham's legacy. Its grandeur echoes throughout history and adds to the allure of this remarkable place. Animals have also left their mark on Newnham's narrative. In 1925, Fall—a beloved Pekingese—captivated hearts with his adorable presence amidst these charming surroundings. Sports enthusiasts find their passion ignited by witnessing the prowess of the formidable NEWNHAM HOCKEY TEAM. Their dedication and skill embody the spirit of competition that thrives within this community. As we explore further into maps depicting North Hertfordshire SG7 5 Map or Hampshire RG27 9 Map or Daventry NN11 3 Map, we uncover how far-reaching and diverse connections extend from our cherished town of Newhnam.