Teas Collection

Illustration, Railway Ribaldry by W Heath Robinson -- The building of Saltash Bridge. Date: 1935

Sri Lanka, Nuwara Eliya

Advert for Goblin teasmade 1954
How nice to receive a Goblin teasmade. Every morning of the year to be wakened to morning tea freshly made, ready at your bedside for enjoyment in cosy comfort

Sri Lanka, Nuwara Eliya, View of Sri Swarnagiri Temple

College Farm, Finchley, North London -- entrance to Express Dairy Co, Teas and Refreshments. Date: circa 1900s

The Not Forgotten Royal Tea Party, 1937
Cutting the cake for wounded soldiers at Buckingham Palace: Princess Margaret and Princess Elizabeth attend the Not Forgotten Tea Party at the Royal Riding School at Buckingham Palace

Tango teas at the Queens Theatre, London
The Latest Fashion : " Pour Passer le Temps." Tango teas at the Queens Theatre, London (on Shaftesbury Avenue), where the stalls have been removed and replaced by tables

Cream tea at the Castle by the Sea Tearoom, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Lenham, Kent, England
LENHAM, KENT, ENGLAND. Church Square. Brick and weatherboard cottages, including a small shop selling teas and new milk sodas for cyclists

Pleasant Rendezvous, 36 Picaddilly, London
3786283 Pleasant Rendezvous, 36 Picaddilly, London; (add.info.: Pleasant Rendezvous, 36 Picaddilly, London: Advert for Formosa Oolong Tea, early 20th century)

Sifting Tea in Assam, India
British Empire multiplied the tea gardens in north-east corner of India due to demand in Britain. Photograph showing one of the many processes of sifting the tea prior to packing. Date: late 1890s

Flomaries Cafe for dainty teas and light luncheons, East Grinstead High Street, Sussex, with a war memorial on the left. circa 1930s

Page of Victorian advertisements 1896
A page from The Illustrated London News, dated 11 April 1896, showing three advertisements, for Liptons Teas, Beethams Glycerine and Cucumber preparation, and Mappin & Webbs fitted suit cases

The Keigwin Arms. Old house at Mousehole, Cornwall. 1923

Teas, Grand bazaar, Istanbul, Turkey

Japan, Kyoto, Uji, Shop Selling Tea

Sri Lanka, Nuwara Eliya, View of Gregory Lake

Mint Tea, Tangier, Morocco, North Africa

Sri Lanka, Nuwara Eliya, View of Nuwara Eliya

36-38 Aldersgate Street: Shaftesbury House, London, 1879 (b / w photo)
1786065 36-38 Aldersgate Street: Shaftesbury House, London, 1879 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: Phillips and Co)

Almanack issued by James & Nunns (engraving)
614184 Almanack issued by James & Nunns (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Almanack issued by James & Nunns tea, coffee, and italian warehouse)

Woman picking tea (colour photo)
3096486 Woman picking tea (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman picking tea. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Street scene with chain stores Marks & Spencer, Boots, and a Vye & Sons delivery van. Date: circa 1930s

Advertising signs on shops in Hartfield, East Sussex
Advertising signs outside shops in Hartfield, East Sussex. Date: circa 1930s

A bakers shop in a country village. Date: 1909

Cultivation, manufacture, and use of tea (engraving)
6001054 Cultivation, manufacture, and use of tea (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cultivation, manufacture, and use of tea)

Advert for Chez Henri Club, London, 1925
Advert for the dance club, Chez Henri Club, London, 1925 Date: 1925

Sir Thomas Johnstone Lipton, 1st Baronet, 1930s
3507492 Sir Thomas Johnstone Lipton, 1st Baronet, 1930s by Ritchie, Alick Penrose Forbes (1868-1938); (add.info.: Players cigarette card depicting Sir Thomas Johnstone Lipton, 1st Baronet)

Two women picking tea, Ceylon (b / w photo)
3096483 Two women picking tea, Ceylon (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two women picking tea, Ceylon)

Dry Street, Langdon Hills, Basildon, Essex. Date: 20th century

Page of Advertisements (engraving)
1100986 Page of Advertisements (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page of Advertisements)

Cheamside, Worcester Park, SW London (Surrey). circa 1910s

The Old George Inn, Edgware, Middlesex. Date: circa 1910s

High Street, Pinner, Middlesex, with the Queens Head on the left. Date: circa 1910s

Church Street, Enfield, North London. Date: circa 1900s

Advert for Liptons Teas 1896
An advertisement for Liptons Teas, with an illustration of one of the Lipton Tea-Gardens in Ceylon (Sri Lanka). 1896

Tea Man, Edmund Antrobus, trade card (engraving)
984011 Tea Man, Edmund Antrobus, trade card (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tea Man, Edmund Antrobus)

E Pitts, stationer, toy and fancy dealer, trade card (coloured engraving)
731584 E Pitts, stationer, toy and fancy dealer, trade card (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: E Pitts, stationer, toy and fancy dealer)

Sketches in the "Sailors Rest, "at Portsmouth (engraving)
1596660 Sketches in the " Sailors Rest, " at Portsmouth (engraving) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches in the " Sailors Rest)

Advert for old bought teas from the Covent Garden Tea Company (engraving)
608070 Advert for old bought teas from the Covent Garden Tea Company (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Tavern, Barley Mow, trade card (engraving)
984006 Tavern, Barley Mow, trade card (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tavern, Barley Mow, trade card.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

Advertisement, United Kingdom Tea Companys Teas (engraving)
1592090 Advertisement, United Kingdom Tea Companys Teas (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement, United Kingdom Tea Companys Teas)

Tea picking, Ceylon (b / w photo)
3096480 Tea picking, Ceylon (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Advertisement, United Kingdom Tea Company (engraving)
1107858 Advertisement, United Kingdom Tea Company (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement, United Kingdom Tea Company)

Uxbridge High Street seen from the Canal bridge, London. Circa 1931

St John the Baptist Church and High Street Pinner, London. Circa 1930

Plumtree, Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire. Circa February 1929

ANTIQUES & TEAS 1930S ANTIQUES & TEAS 1930S
A quaint and artistic sign on a miniature windmill, outside Apple Tree Farm, Surrey, England, which will appeal to hungry motorists as well as to lovers of antiques. Date: 1930s

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"Indulge in the Richness of Sri Lankan Teas: A Journey through Nuwara Eliya" Immerse yourself in the enchanting world as we embark on a captivating journey to Sri Lanka's picturesque region, Nuwara Eliya. Known for its lush tea plantations and breathtaking landscapes, this destination is a haven for tea enthusiasts. Transport yourself to the colonial era with an illustration from "Railway Ribaldry" by W Heath Robinson, capturing the essence of British tea culture intertwined with Sri Lankan heritage. Picture yourself sipping a cup of exquisite Ceylon tea while admiring the view of Sri Swarnagiri Temple nestled amidst rolling hills. Step back in time to 1954 with an advert for Goblin teasmade, showcasing how they have been cherished throughout history. Imagine waking up to the aroma of freshly brewed tea at College Farm in Finchley, North London or relishing The Not Forgotten Royal Tea Party held in 1937. Experience a touch of elegance at Tango teas hosted at Queens Theatre in London or indulge in a delightful cream tea at Castle by the Sea Tearooms overlooking Scarborough's stunning coastline. Discover hidden gems like Lenham, Kent and Bear Hotel and shops in Crickhowell, Powys - both offering unique settings to enjoy your favorite brew. Travel further into England's countryside as you visit Farnham or Flomaries Cafe known for their dainty teas and light luncheons. Each sip transports you deeper into these charming locations where tradition meets innovation. Savor every moment as you explore different flavors and aromas that make each cup special. Whether it's black tea from Nuwara Eliya or green varieties from across Sri Lanka, let these teas awaken your senses and create unforgettable memories. Join us on this remarkable journey through time and taste as we celebrate the artistry behind brewing that perfect cuppa – because when it comes to teas, every sip tells a story.