Northcliffe Collection

Spike Milligan, Harry Secombe and Peter Sellers - the Goons 1972
Spike Milligan, Harry Secombe and Peter Sellers - the Goons, get together for the first time in 12 years for the BBC 50th anniversary

Roy Orbison
Singer Roy Orbison in 1964

Ian Botham plays for Durham 1992
Ian Botham smashes a four off Allott in Durham's first inning as a major county

LMS Coronation Scot 1938
LMS Coronation Scot

Trains transporting coal at Houghton Main Colliery in 1930
Trains transporting coal at Houghton Main Colliery near Barnsley in 1930

Former Boxer Joe Louis pictured at the Pigalle boxing club with
Former Boxer Joe Louis pictured at the Pigalle boxing club, Paris, with young prospect Billy Gray from Walsall 1966

Sir David Attenborough with a cockatoo, 1980

James Hunt swigging champagne
James Hunt set a Brands Hatch lap record in the Race of Champions in March, then beat it four months later during practice for the British Grand Prix. 1976

Stirling Moss has a cup of tea
Stirling Moss stops for tea at Silverstone, 1959

Juan Manuel Fangio driving a Maserati 1953

Morecambe and Wise 1966
Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise rehearse for a new televisionseries, 1966

Howzat! Viv Richards is clean bowled by Ian Botham
West Indies Tour of Great Britain 1980 - England v West Indies at Old Trafford - Viv Richards is clean bowled by Ian Botham

Comedian Les Dawson
Les Dawson in drag 1978

HMS Hermes, Royal Navy Aircraft Carrier HMS Hermes (R12) was a
HMS Hermes, Royal Navy Aircraft Carrier at sea near Aden 1967

Yootha Joyce - actress best known for sitcom George and Mildred

Alice Cooper with his snake Katrina
Alice Cooper, American rock star, with his snake Katrina, at London Airport 1971

French mime artist Marcel Marceau during rehearsals at the Piccadilly Theatre in London 1962

Haile Selassie I Emperor of Ethiopia
Haile Selassie I, Emperor of Ethiopia, at the Ethiopean Embassy in London, 1954

HMS King George V, Royal Navy Battleship Part of the Royal Navy
HMS King George V, battleship, part of the Royal Navy Reserve at Gareloch on the Clyde, Scotland

Amy Johnson
Pilot Amy Johnson 1936

Shirley Bassey on stage
inger, Shirley Bassey performing on stage - 1973

Arthur Lowe as Captain Mainwaring 1970

Tracks leading into Newcastle station

Mallard steaming over Ribblehead Viaduct
The steam locomotive engine Mallard crossing the Ribblehead Viaduct in Lancashire in 1995

Actor Tom Baker as Dr Who, with his robot dog K-9, and assorted friends at the US Embassy 1978
Actor Tom Baker as Dr Who, with his robot dog K-9, a dalek and assorted friends at the US Embassy 1978

Nina Simone in 1965

Viv Richards in action against England
Viv Richards, West Indian cricketer, in action against England in 1984

Barbra Streisand in 1969

Stevie Wonder in London
Singer Stevie Wonder in London in 1965

SS Canberra in Harland and Wolff Belfast Shipyard 1960
P&O liner SS Canberra in Harland and Wolff Belfast Shipyard 1960

Oliver Reed, actor in 1969

Danny La Rue, female impersonator 1965
Danny La Rue, female impersonator, in front of mirror backstage, 1965

Dave Allen, Irish comedian, 1967

The Bentley Boys at Le Mans
The Bentley Boys - Frank Clement, Joseph Dudley Benjafield, Sir Henry Tim Birkin, French racing driver Jean Chassagne and Woolf Barnato at Le Mans for the 24 hours Grand Prix D Endurance in their

Train passing Manchester United Football Ground, 1935
Manchester United grandstand platform under construction, with steam train passing Old Trafford Main Stand and the train station around the time it was built in 1935

HMS Brazen, passing through Tower Bridge
HMS Brazen, Royal Navy Frigate ship leaving London, passing through Tower Bridge

Flying under the Eiffel Tower
Lieut. Collot, flying through the base arch of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France 1926

England celebrate winning the Rugby World Cup
The England rugby squad and coaching team celebrate their win at the 2003 Rugby World Cup Final in Sydney, Australia. Final score Australia 17 England 20

Hull Rugby League Club 1982. Including David Topliss, (centre with ball)

Vera Lynn 1947
Singer Vera Lynn, The Forces Sweetheart in 1947

Actor Leslie Phillips 1961

Ken Dodd with tickling sticks 1968

Hylda Baker
Actress Hylda Baker in 1963

The Mallard, steam engine
Mallard, railway engine in 1990

The Queen Mary ocean liner at Southampton
RMS Queen Mary at Southampton, in the background is the Majestic 1936

The launch of HMS Eagle aircraft carrier
Launch of HMS Eagle, Royal Naval aircraft carrier by Princess Elizabeth (Queen Elizabeth II) in Belfast, 1946

Royal Navy ships preparing for the Royal Jubilee Review 1935
Aerial view of Navy ships HMS Hood, training ship Iron Duke, HMS Resolution, HMS Revenge and HMS Ramillies, all preparing for Royal Jubilee Naval Review, 1935

The Queen Mary Cruise Ship in the Clyde river
The Queen Mary is turned around in the Clyde by tug boats, 1936

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The Northcliffe Collection: A Captivating Journey Through Iconic Moments Step into the enchanting world of the Northcliffe Collection, where history and entertainment intertwine to create a mesmerizing tapestry of captivating moments. From Sir David Attenborough's endearing encounter with a cockatoo to James Hunt's exuberant champagne swigging, this collection is an ode to the remarkable individuals who have left an indelible mark on our hearts. Transport yourself back to 1972 as Spike Milligan, Harry Secombe, and Peter Sellers - better known as The Goons - grace us with their comedic genius. Their timeless humor continues to bring joy even after all these years. And who could forget Morecambe and Wise in 1966? These legendary entertainers effortlessly stole the show with their impeccable timing and infectious laughter. Delve into naval history as we witness HMS Hermes, Royal Navy Aircraft Carrier HMS Hermes (R12), majestically sailing through uncharted waters. Its presence symbolizes strength and resilience that echoes throughout generations. Stirling Moss takes a momentary pause from his adrenaline-fueled races to savor a cup of tea – a glimpse into the calm amidst chaos. Comedian Les Dawson tickles our funny bone with his unparalleled wit, leaving us in stitches every time he graces the stage. Shirley Bassey's powerful voice reverberates through concert halls as she commands attention like no other performer can. Roy Orbison captivates audiences worldwide with his hauntingly beautiful melodies that touch souls in ways unimaginable. Amy Johnson soars through the skies fearlessly, breaking barriers for women everywhere by becoming one of Britain's most celebrated aviators. Actor Tom Baker dons his iconic role as Dr Who alongside his faithful robot dog K-9 at the US Embassy in 1978 – a testament to science fiction's ability to transport us beyond reality itself.