Rural Collection (page 18)

Kissing Gate on the South West Coast Path near Crackington Haven, Cornwall, England. Summer (August)

Autumn colours beside Loughrigg Tarn with views to the snow dusted mountains of the Langdale Pikes, Lake District National Park, Cumbria, England. Autumn

Sunset on Barricane Beach, Woolacombe, Devon, England. Summer

Drystone wall on Lingmoor Fell looking towards Side Pike and the Langdale Valley, Lake District, Cumbria, UK. Autumn (November)

Potato harvest, Rafta Farm, St Levan, Cornwall
Mother and daughter (Pamela and Sandra Semmens) working on the potato harvest at Rafta Farm, St Levan, near Lands End, Cornwall. Date: 1970s

Cover design, Pears Annual, 1909
Cover design, Pears Annual for 1909, price sixpence, with two people walking through a snowy rural landscape. 1909

Tonbridge Castle, Tonbridge, Kent, dating back to the 11th century. 1809

Two horses in the snow. circa 1890s

Poster, Robin Hood Cycles. The greatest value in cycling -- a product of Raleigh Industries, Nottingham. Date: circa 1950

Five bar gate opening on to barley fields, Guiting Power, Cotswolds, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Burns Cottage
1759: Burns Cottage in Alloway, South Ayrshire, Scotland, the birthplace of Scottish poet Robert Burns in 1759. Engraving by G. Cook after a drawing by J. O. Brown from an old engraving

Landscape: scenic lavender field in Provence, France
France, Provence Alps Cote d Azur, Haute Provence, Plateau of Valensole. Lavender field in full bloom

CJ6 8461 Evening view from the balcony
Evening view from the balcony, Mersea Island, Essex, England, countryside, coastal, Rural, Beautiful England, seascape

Newington, Kent CGH01_01_0651
Newington, Kent. A woman walking west along Church Lane past the Oast House, with St Marys Church in the background. Drawn by C G Harper between 1892-1933

Exmoor RAF_540_846_PFFO_0112
County Gate and Cosgate Hill, Exmoor, Devon. An aerial view of County Gate and Cosgate Hill before moorland improvement and forestry planning. Photographed by the RAF in August 1952

Red deer stag (Cervus elaphus), Scottish Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Capriccio Landscape, by Jean Victor Bertin (1767-1842). Date: circa 1810

Bassetts Mill Chiddingstone Hoath Kent England c. 1880

Old Herne, Near Herne Bay 1925

Typical Countrymen Long service estate employees at the Tunbridge Wells Agricultural show. George Wells ( East Peckham ), David Tolhurst ( Bayham Abbey ) and James Wells ( East Peckham ) 25 July 1928

Alfriston - Gebruary 1948
View of the old part of Alfriston showing the Market Square with the Market Inn: Ye Olde Smugglers Inne advertising Star Brewery Beers and Wines, H Wilsons Shop

Duncton Church in snow - about February 1948
View across field to Holy Trinity Church. Hedge with small gate in the foreground. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N29489

Thatched Haystack - 15 November 1945
Thatcher stands in front of a newly thatched rick, his ladder still propped up against its top. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N25844

Land Girls at Cowdray - September 1939
Four early Land Army girls, three in dungarees, one in shorts, walking along a lane. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N18683

Young boy riding shire horse at Byworth, Sussex, c1931 George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N4842a

Farm worker fiddling trifolium [clover] seed, September 1933 George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N7878

Detail of an illumination from the 15th century manuscript of the Tres Riches Heures, of Jean, Duke of Berry
BOOK OF HOURS: FEBRUARY. Detail of an illumination from the 15th century manuscript of the Tres Riches Heures, of Jean, Duke of Berry

Interior of the ruined church at Treyford, 1905
Shows the old timber frame which is overgrown with ivy. John Fletcher Collection West Sussex Record Office, Ref No: PH 26114/37

Bosham at low tide, 1908
John Fletcher Collection West Sussex Record Office, Ref No: PH 26114/30

Linseed mowing at Strood, West Sussex, August 1933
Field of linseed being cut. 2 shire horses pulling mowing equipment George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N7772

Chichester: the Market Cross from South Street, 1897
A busy street scene, with many people going about their business John Fletcher Collection West Sussex Record Office, Ref No PH 26114/22

Pagham: the windmill, 1902
John Fletcher Collection West Sussex Record Office, Ref No PH 26114/8

The mill and waterwheel in Bosham, 18 May 1891
Rear view of the mill and stream. Fishing nets are hung out to dry on a stone wall. Photographic Collection West Sussex Record Office, Ref No PH 26113/70

Rural school children, San Augustine County, Texas. Date 1943 April

Sea Scout Patrol Walthamstow on a day out
Boys from the Walthamstow Sea Scout Patrol on a day out in the country. circa 1950

Ordnance Survey map cover - Dorking and Leith Hill
Front cover of an Ordnance Survey map covering the Dorking and Leith Hill area of Surrey. The cover features a hiker or rambler leaning against a wall and smoking a pipe as he consults his map

Five views at Ulrome, near Driffield, East Yorkshire
Five views of the village and sands of Ulrome, near Driffield, East Yorkshire. Date: 1950s

Woodcutter at Findon, near Worthing c1911. from the Walter Gardiner Photography Collection PP/WSL/WGP000009

Hikers outside Bignor Old Shop, 1931
George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N4563

Two small children on a tractor, 1949
Children on a David Brown Cropmaster at Petworth Ploughing Match George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N33057

SEARS CATALOG COVER, 1899. Cover of the Sears, Roebuck and Company catalogue

TEXAS: COWBOY, c1910. A cowboy holding a rope around the neck of a bucking bronco on a ranch in Texas. Photograph by Erwin Evans Smith, c1910

Sheepfold in Sullington, March 1934
Photograph by George Garland Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N8875

Pulborough Fat Stock Show, December 1933
Cattle auction with cars and vans in background Photograph by George Garland Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N8422

At home at Eartham, June 1940
Local resident sitting by the front door of his thatched cottage, dog at his feet Photograph by George Garland Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N19414

Evacuation pictures, September 1939
Evacuees blackberry picking Photograph by George Garland Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N18715

Evacuees bathing at Pulborough, September 1939
Photograph by George Garland Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N18620

Charcoal burner, 1939
Photograph by George Garland Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N18413

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"Embracing the Serenity: Exploring the Rural Charms of England and France" Nestled amidst the breathtaking beauty of Derwent Water, with majestic Blencathra standing tall in the backdrop, lies a rural haven in Cumbria's Lake District. As dawn breaks over Glastonbury Tor, a mystical mist blankets the countryside below, painting an ethereal picture that captures the essence Somerset. Witnessing horses gracefully pulling ploughs through fertile fields is like stepping back in time - a timeless scene that epitomizes rural traditions. Chatsworth House stands as a magnificent testament to grandeur amidst Derbyshire's idyllic countryside, showcasing architectural brilliance within its rustic surroundings. The thunderous gallop of horses and baying hounds echo through rolling hills as fox hunting enthusiasts embark on their exhilarating chase - an age-old rural pursuit. Spanning across Aveyron's picturesque landscape, Millau Viaduct bridges not only physical gaps but also connects us to nature's wonders in this charming region of southern France. Hadrian's Wall winds its way through history and nature alike; Sycamore Gap serves as a striking reminder of how ancient ruins blend seamlessly into rural landscapes. Coopers diligently crafting wooden barrels exemplify centuries-old craftsmanship thriving within quaint workshops - preserving tradition one barrel at a time. Transport yourself to Scotland's enchanting Loch Lomond with this vintage poster from the 1940s; it beckons you to explore its tranquil shores and embrace nature’s serenity. Gypsy caravans evoke images of nomadic freedom against scenic backdrops; these vibrant abodes bring color and culture wherever they roam within Europe’s rural landscapes. A powerful Shire horse team takes center stage during Ploughing Match festivities – showcasing both strength and unity while honoring rural heritage.