Sports Ground Collection

The England Test cricket XI at Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, 1899. Artist: WA Rouch
The England Test cricket XI at Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, 1899. Englands team in WG Graces final Test, against Australia at Trent Bridge

A cricket match in progress at Lords cricket ground, London, 1912. From Imperial Cricket, edited by P F Warner and published by The London and Counties Press Association Ltd (London, 1912)

Gleneagles Golf Course, Howe O Hope, c. 1912 (colour lithograph)
1197975 Gleneagles Golf Course, Howe O Hope, c. 1912 (colour lithograph) by English School, (20th century); 101x152 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christie's Images

Gypsies Green Sports Ground 28908_006
Gypsies Green Sports Ground velodrome and athletics track, South Shields, South Tyneside, 2016. NZ3766

A Cricket Match at Christchurch Priory, Hampshire, 1850, (1947). Creator: Unknown
A Cricket Match at Christchurch Priory, Hampshire, 1850, (1947). Spectators watching a match on Stanpit Marsh outside the town of Christchurch, (now in Dorset)

Dr WG Grace, English cricketer, playing for London County Cricket Club, c1899. Artist: WA Rouch
Dr WG Grace, English cricketer, playing for London County Cricket Club, c1899. Regarded as possibly the greatest cricketer of all time

A memento of James Southertons benefit cricket match, 19th century (1912). James Southerton (1827-1880) was an English cricket international

Queens Park Oval, Port of Spain, Trinidad, 1912. From Imperial Cricket, edited by P F Warner and published by The London and Counties Press Association Ltd (London, 1912)

RAC Tourist Trophy race, Goodwood, Sussex, 1958. Creator: Unknown
Aston Martin of Tony Brooks leading Duncan Hamilton in a Jaguar D type, RAC Tourist Trophy, Goodwood, Sussex, 1958. Brooks and Stirling Moss won the race with Hamilton

Looking Towards The Pavilion From The Mound Stand At World-Famous Lord s, c1935. Spectators watching a match at Lords cricket ground in north London

Fort Myer Officers Training Camp, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Fort Myer Officers Training Camp, 1917
Fort Myer Officers Training Camp, 1917

'Well Played"; A Sketch at a Ladies Cricket Match, 1890. Creator: Edward Frederick Brewtnall
'Well Played"; A Sketch at a Ladies Cricket Match, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

Baseball, Professional - President Wilson Leaving Ball Park, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Baseball, Professional - President Wilson Leaving Ball Park, 1913. US president Woodrow Wilson greets the crowds

Baseball - Professional Players, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Baseball - Professional Players, 1913
Baseball - Professional Players, 1913

Volunteer games at Liverpool, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Volunteer games at Liverpool, 1862. A grand Festival...[was held] by the Liverpool Athletic Club at the Mount Vernon Parade-ground, on which occasion the champion's gold enamel medal

Presentation of Colours to the Victoria Rifles at Montreal, Canada, 1862. Creator: E. Skill
Presentation of Colours to the Victoria Rifles at Montreal, Canada, 1862. Engraving from a photograph by Mr. Notman. The Victoria Rifle Corps, Montreal

Cricket as Played in the Artillery Ground, London, 1785, (1947). Creator: Unknown
Cricket as Played in the Artillery Ground, London, 1785, (1947). A game of cricket being played at Finsbury (now in north London)

The first FA Cup Final is held at the new Wembley Stadium in London, 28 April 1923, (1935). Police trying to keep the crowds back at the first Football Association Challenge Cup final match between

Dr WG Grace, English cricketer, playing for London County Cricket Club, c1899. Artist: WA Rouch
Dr WG Grace, English cricketer, playing for London County Cricket Club, c1899. Regarded as possibly the greatest cricketer of all time

Tennis Courts JLP01_08_001339
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. A view through a hatch towards people playing tennis at Laings new Sports Ground in Elstree

Flower pot race JLP01_08_071228
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. Women competing in a flower pot race, with spectators behind a rope fence

Tennis player JLP01_08_084900
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. A man jumping to hit a tennis ball during a match at the Finals Day of the Laing Tennis Section held at the Laing Sports Ground at

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The Princess Royal Barracks, Deepcut, Surrey, 2017

England wins The Ashes against Australia, Oval Cricket Ground, London, 1926, (1935). The enthusiastic crowd swarming across the ground to congratulate the English team

International Cricket Match at Kennington Oval, late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
International Cricket Match at Kennington Oval, late 19th century. Male spectators at a cricket match at the Oval cricket ground in Lambeth, south London

Lords Cricket Ground, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Lords Cricket Ground, 19th century. Thomas Lord opened his first ground in Marylebone, London, in May 1787. In 1814 the ground moved to its current site in St Johns Wood

Kingsholm EAW236487
Kingsholm Rugby Football Ground, Kingsholm, Gloucester, 1972

Twickenham PLA01_08_058
Twickenham Stadium, Whitton Road, Twickenham, Richmond upon Thames, Greater London. The East Stand at Twickenham Stadium, seen from the South Stand on match day in 1985

Battersea Park EAW505117
The Athletic Ground and Battersea Power Station, Battersea Park, Greater London, 1986

Slot car racing JLP01_08_081387
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. Adults and children watching slot cars being raced around a raised circuit, with children operating controllers beyond

Motorcycle Precision Team JLP01_08_081386a
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. The Metropolitan Police Motorcycle Precision Team giving a display of formation riding during a Gala Day held at the Laing Sports

Gala Day JLP01_08_081384a
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. A view of a fairground carousel and stalls, with crowds gathered on a sports pitch beyond

Donkey rides JLP01_08_081371
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. A Gala Day at the Laing Sports Ground at Elstree, showing childrens pony rides in the foreground with stalls and crowds beyond

Fund raising JLP01_08_081369
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. A man with a RNLI lifeboat collection box at the Laing Sports Ground

Sack race JLP01_08_081375
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. Men competing in a sack race at a Gala Day held at the Laing Sports Ground at Elstree

Go-karting JLP01_08_071229
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. Young boys taking part in go-kart racing at the annual Laing sports day held at the Laing Sports Ground in Elstree

Shot putting JLP01_08_071227
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. A man putting a shot during a shot put competition at the annual Laing sports day held at the Laing Sports Ground at Elstree

Pushball JLP01_08_065935
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. A view of a pushball match, with the ball raised above the heads of the competitors

Police dog parade JLP01_08_095438
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. Police dog handlers leading their dogs during a demonstration at the annual Gala Day held at the Laing Sports Ground at Elstree

Dog agility JLP01_08_095437
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. A police dog jumping during an agility display, with its handler running alongside

Carousel ride JLP01_08_095429
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. People standing around a childrens carousel at the annual Gala Day held at the Laing Sports Ground at Elstree

Three legged race JLP01_08_095436
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. People competing in a three-legged race during the annual Gala Day held at the Laing Sports Ground at Elstree

Trampolining JLP01_08_095444
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. A group of people gathered round, watching a girl jumping on a trampoline at the annual Gala Day held at the Laing Sports Ground at

Karting JLP01_08_081390
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. A man and boy driving a go-kart on a tennis court during a Gala Day held at the Laing Sports Ground at Elstree

Toddlers race JLP01_08_095430
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. Toddlers in a running race, with adults watching from the starting line, at the annual Gala Day held at the Laing Sports Ground

Howzat JLP01_08_095921
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. A cricket match being played between Laings Sports Club and the Blue Circle cricket club

Obstacle race JLP01_09_792074
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. Young people taking part in an obstacle course race during the annual Laing Gala Day

Running race JLP01_09_792070
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. Young children leaving the starting line of a running race, encouraged by parents, during the annual Laing Gala Day

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"The Evolution of Sports Grounds: A Glimpse into the Rich Sporting History" Step back in time and witness the grandeur of sports grounds that have shaped England's sporting legacy. From Nottinghamshire to London, these iconic venues have witnessed some unforgettable moments throughout history. In 1899, at Nottingham's cricket ground, we find ourselves amidst the England Test cricket XI. Captured by artist WA Rouch, this painting immortalizes the intensity and skill displayed by these legendary cricketers. Fast forward to 1912, where Lords cricket ground in London becomes our stage for a thrilling match in progress. The atmosphere is electric as spectators cheer on their favorite players with bated breath. Delving deeper into history, we stumble upon James Southerton's benefit cricket match memento from the 19th century. This artifact from 1912 serves as a reminder of Southerton's contribution to this beloved sport. Moving away from traditional cricket grounds, Gypsies Green Sports Ground takes us on a different sporting journey. In 28908_006 photograph captures an intriguing moment at this unique venue that has hosted various athletic events over the years. Traveling further back in time to Hampshire in 1850 (1947), Christchurch Priory witnesses an enthralling game of cricket. Though created by an unknown artist, it beautifully depicts both the passion and camaraderie shared amongst players during those times. The name WG Grace needs no introduction when it comes to English cricketing legends. Artist WA Rouch once again brings him alive through his artwork showcasing Dr Grace playing for London County Cricket Club around c1899 - a true testament to his prowess on the field. Across continents now, we land at Queens Park Oval in Port of Spain, Trinidad in 1912 - another historic sports ground that has seen countless memorable matches unfold under its Caribbean skies. Shifting gears from cricket to motorsports brings us to Goodwood, Sussex in 1958.