Ostend Collection

British Royal Marines arriving in Ostend, Belgium, WW1
A Brigade of Royal Marines march through Ostend, Belgium, greeted by local residents. The Brigade was made up of Battalions from each of the Royal Marine home divisions, Portsmouth

Boats and harbour, Ostend, Belgium

Card commemorating Zeebrugge and Ostend raid, WW1
Card commemorating British raids on German shipping at Zeebrugge and Ostend, 23 April 1918. Date: 1918

Poster, The Continent via Dover-Ostend, Belgian State Railways and Mail Packets. Date: circa 1930s

WWI: OSTEND, c1914. British Royal Marines marching through Ostend, Belgium. Photograph, c1914

Beach bathing machines, 1913
Beach bathing machines with bathers. These huts on wheels were developed in the Victorian era to allow bathers to change and be wheeled down to the sea for private and secluded bathing

Poster advertising Belgian railways
Poster advertising trips between Dover and Ostend

Ostend Bathing Machines
The bathing machines pulled out into the water for the benefit of the bathers who nearly all wear striped costumes

Sir John Ogle
SIR JOHN OGLE military commander, reputed for his courage at the siege of Ostend and elsewhere - with his autograph

Haig Inspects Sailors
Field Marshall Sir Douglas Haig inspecting sailors who took part in the raids on Ostend and Zeebrugge

Belgium, Ostend: An elegante attends a horse race, 1895 - The wagener prize
LUX4811612 Belgium, Ostend: An elegante attends a horse race, 1895 - The wagener prize; (add.info.: Belgium, Ostend: An elegante attends a horse race)

Belgium, Ostend: a horse race, the crowd of the stands, 1900
LUX4811633 Belgium, Ostend: a horse race, the crowd of the stands, 1900; (add.info.: Belgium, Ostend: a horse race, the crowd of the stands, 1900); Photo © Lux-in-Fine.

Belgium, Ostend: a horse race, the crowd of the stands, 1900
LUX4811618 Belgium, Ostend: a horse race, the crowd of the stands, 1900; (add.info.: Belgium, Ostend: a horse race, the crowd of the stands, 1900); Photo © Lux-in-Fine.

Belgian soldiers landing in Ostend under British supervision, 1914, to defend the port against the approaching enemy
3502692 Belgian soldiers landing in Ostend under British supervision, 1914, to defend the port against the approaching enemy, from The Pageant of the Century

Belgium, Ostend: elegantes attend a horse race, 1900
LUX4811534 Belgium, Ostend: elegantes attend a horse race, 1900; (add.info.: Belgium, Ostend: elegantes attend a horse race, 1900); Photo © Lux-in-Fine.

you are my ocean
Piet Flour

cold in James house
Piet Flour

1906 Ostend Speed Trials. Darracq 200hp V8 A. Lee Guiness
1906 Ostend Speed Trials. Darracq 200hp V8 A.Lee Guiness

1904 Ostend Speed Trials. De Dietrich, Gabriel at start

German Tirpitz battery at Ostend - WW1
German Tirpitz battery at Ostend during the First World War

Ostend, Belgium - La Digue (seafront) toward the Kursaal
Ostend, Belgium - La Digue (seafront) heading toward the Kursaal Pleasure Palace. Date: circa 1908

Ostend, Belgium - Large calibre cannon on the seawall
Ostend, Belgium - Large calibre German WW1-era cannon mounted on the seawall alongside the Royal Palace Hotel. Ostend (in common with nearly the entirety of the country)

Harbour at Ostend, Belgium - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

Church of Saints Peter and Paul, Ostend, Belgium - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Quai de l'Empereur, Ostend, Belgium - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

Ostend Channel Steamer entering Dover Harbour, Kent - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Interior of the Salon de Jeux in the Kursall Casino, Ostend
An interior view of the Salon de Jeux in the Kursall Casino, Ostend, 1920s Date: 1920s

A night view of the entrance to the Kursall Casino
A night-time view of the entrance to the Kursall Casino at Ostend, 1920s Date: 1920s

A view of the seafront at Ostend in front of the Kursall, 1910s, but the same for the 1920s Date: 1920s

A view of the entrance ot the Kursall, Ostend
A view of the entrance ot the Kursall from the centre of Ostend, 1910s, but the same for the 1920s Date: 1920s

Seafront outside the Kursall, Ostend
The seafront outside the Kursall, Ostend showing the promenade and part of the beach, 1910s, but the same for the 1920s Date: 1920s

Seafront promenade at Ostend with the Hotel Royal Belge
A view of the seafront promenade at Ostend with the Hotel Royal Belge and Bodega bar, 1910s, but the same for the 1920s Date: 1920s

A view of the Chalet Royal and the seafront (La Digue) at Ostend, 1910s, but the same for the 1920s Date: 1920s

Ostende
This painting shows a heavily populated beach in Ostend, on the Belgian coast, with a row of grand buildings lined in the background. Date: circa 1915

Prince Albert, Dover to Ostend mail boat Date: 1950s

HMS Swiftsure - Swiftsure-class pre-dreadnought battleship
Royal Navy - HMS Swiftsure, the lead ship of the Swiftsure-class pre-dreadnought battleship, moored up. Originally known as Constitucion, ordered by the Chilean Navy

Royal Galleries of Ostend
Gilbert Claes

Le Port d'Ostende, 1913 (oil on canvas)
653556 Le Port d'Ostende, 1913 (oil on canvas) by Permeke, Constant (1886-1952); 40.5x51 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Port d'Ostende. Constant Permeke (1886-1952). Oil on canvas

Fisherman's Wife, 1920 (oil on canvas mounted on plywood)
3470234 Fisherman's Wife, 1920 (oil on canvas mounted on plywood) by Permeke, Constant (1886-1952); 100x124 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Roulette game at the Club Frive in Ostend, Belgium
7279680 Roulette game at the Club Frive in Ostend, Belgium by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roulette game at the Club Frive in Ostend, Belgium, Historic)

Advertising poster for the Ostend-Dover link, deb. 20th century
LSE4098159 Advertising poster for the Ostend-Dover link, deb. 20th century by Cassiers, Hendrick (1858-1944); Brussels, Belgium; (add.info.: Advertising poster for the Ostend-Dover link, deb)

Thalassophiles ;-)
Yvette Depaepe

The Flamme Pacific, 2-10-0 locomotive that hauled the Brussels to Ostend express service on Belgian State Railways
7148552 The Flamme Pacific, 2-10-0 locomotive that hauled the Brussels to Ostend express service on Belgian State Railways

The International Regatta at Ostend (engraving)
1054029 The International Regatta at Ostend (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The International Regatta at Ostend)

Her Majesty landing at Ostend (engraving)
1100755 Her Majesty landing at Ostend (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Her Majesty landing at Ostend)

View of the beach at Ostend with the tide coming in, pub. c
908217 View of the beach at Ostend with the tide coming in, pub. c.1895 (postcard chromolithograph) by German Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; German

Ostende, La Digue De Mer (colour photo)
2817436 Ostende, La Digue De Mer (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ostende, La Digue De Mer)

WWI: refugee living in beach hut, Ostend
Vintage World War One photograph - WWI: refugee living in beach hut, Ostend

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"Discover the captivating charm of Ostend, Belgium - a city steeped in history and coastal beauty. From its bustling boats and vibrant harbor to its significant role in WWI, it offers a wealth of experiences for every visitor. Step back in time with a card commemorating the Zeebrugge and Ostend raid during WWI, reminding us of the bravery displayed by soldiers. Witness British Royal Marines arriving in Ostend, their presence etched forever in photographs capturing their determination. Travelers from across Europe flocked to this enchanting destination via Dover-Ostend, as depicted on vintage posters that evoke nostalgia for a bygone era. Immerse yourself in the past as you explore images of British Royal Marines marching through the streets during c1914. Ostend's sandy beaches have long been an attraction for locals and tourists alike. Beach bathing machines from 1913 transport us to an era when seaside leisure was at its peak. These charming contraptions allowed visitors to enjoy the refreshing waters while maintaining their modesty. The poster advertising Belgian railways reminds us of Ostend's importance as a transportation hub connecting various cities within Belgium. It highlights how this coastal gem has always been well-connected and accessible to all who wish to experience its wonders. Notable figures such as Sir John Ogle left their mark on Ostend's history, contributing to its rich tapestry. Haig Inspects Sailors showcases important military inspections that took place here during times of conflict. Even amidst war, nature still captivates - witness the German Tirpitz battery at Ostend during WWI; a reminder that even amidst turmoil, beauty can be found everywhere. Finally, take a stroll along La Digue (seafront) toward Kursaal - one cannot help but be enchanted by this picturesque view that encapsulates everything we love about Ostend: stunning architecture against the backdrop of sparkling blue waters. " Intriguing, historic, and picturesque.