Thirsk Collection

Amilcar Standard Sports at the Ilkley & District Motor Club Trial, Thirsk, Yorkshire, 1930s
Amilcar Standard sports 2-seater 1094 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. YH86. Event Entry No: 11. Place: Thirsk, Yorkshire. Ilkley & District M.C. Trial

The Village, Helmsley, Yorkshire
The Village, Helmsley, Pickering, near Thirsk, Yorkshire, England. Date: 1915

River Rye, Helmsley, Yorkshire
River Rye, Helmsley, near Thirsk, Yorkshire, England. Date: 1900s

Princess Margaret seen here in Thirsk to official open the North Yorkshire headquarters of the Order of St John. 5th June 1975

Thirsk Millgate early 1900s

Millgate, Thirsk, early 1900s

Market Place, Thirsk, early 1900s

Thirsk Market Place early 1900s

Finkle Street, Thirsk, Victorian period

Market Place Thirsk Victorian period

Finkle Steet Thirsk Victorian period

Map of the North Riding of Yorkshire by Robert Morden, [c. 1690s]
Shows York, New Malton, Thirsk, Ripon, Masham, Yorkshire Dales, Swaledale, Barnard Castle, Darlington, Helmsley, Whitby, Middlesbrough, Cleveland, Pickering, etc

Members of the New Parliament (engraving)
1047896 Members of the New Parliament (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Members of the New Parliament)

The Railway Accident near Thirsk, a Night Scene (engraving)
1603696 The Railway Accident near Thirsk, a Night Scene (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Railway Accident near Thirsk, a Night Scene)

The Accident to the Scotch Express near Thirsk (engraving)
1047748 The Accident to the Scotch Express near Thirsk (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Accident to the Scotch Express near Thirsk)

North Yorkshire YO7 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of North Yorkshire YO7 1

North Yorkshire YO7 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of North Yorkshire YO7 4

West Lancashire WN8 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of West Lancashire WN8 8

Cars parked outside the Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, Yorkshire, Ilkley & District Motor Club Trial
Place: Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire. Ilkley & District M.C. Trial

Sion Hill, Thirsk, Yorkshire, c1913. Sion Hill Hall designed by Walter Henry Brierley (1862-1926). From The Studio Volume 57. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1912-13]

Thirsk Bank, Coxwold, Yorkshire
Thirsk Bank, Coxwold, York, near Husthwaite, Yorkshire, England. Date: 1920s

Rievaulx Abbey, Helmsley, Yorkshire
Rievaulx Abbey, Helmsley, York, near Thirsk, Yorkshire, England. Date: 1960s

Devils Arrows, Boroughbridge, Yorkshire
Devils Arrows, Boroughbridge, near Ripon/Thirsk, Yorkshire, England. Date: 1910

Leaf Aedes Walpolianae mounted two prints Three Soldiers
Artokoloro

Common Gothic (Naenia typica) adult, freshly emerged, clinging to leaf in garden, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, England, June

Two-banded Longhorn Beetle (Rhagium bifasciatum) adult, clambering over leaves of variegated shrub in garden, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, England, June

Common Starling (Sturnus vulgaris) three juveniles, newly fledged, bathing at birdbath in garden, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, England, June

Common Starling (Sturnus vulgaris) juvenile, newly fledged, drinking at birdbath in garden, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, England, June

Waved Umber (Menophra abruptaria) adult male, resting on bark in garden, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, England, May

Dustbunny Spider (Tegenaria atrica) adult female, in process of regrowing right rear leg, on tile floor in house, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, England, May

15th century church in snow on sunny day, St. Marys Church, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, England, January

Weeping Willow (Salix x sepulcralis) habit, growing on snow covered riverbank habitat, Cod Beck, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, England, January

Rock Garden Teahouse - Sutton Hall, Yorkshire
The Rock Garden, Tea House and tennis courts at Sutton Hall, Sutton, Thirsk, Yorkshire Date: circa 1909

Mount Grace Priory, near Thirsk, Yorkshire, England; the ruins of a once great Carthusian priory, founded in 1084. The present ruins date from 1397. Date: 14th century

Launch of Soyuz TMA-15 mission
Soyuz rocket launch. A Soyuz-FG rocket carrying the Soyuz TMA-15 spacecraft into orbit. Mission TMA-15 carried commander cosmonaut Roman Romanenko (Russia) and flight engineers Robert Thirsk (Canada)

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Thirsk: A Picturesque Village in the Heart of Yorkshire Nestled in the idyllic countryside of Helmsley, Yorkshire, lies the charming village of Thirsk. With its rich history and stunning landscapes, this hidden gem offers a delightful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. One cannot help but be captivated by the tranquil beauty of River Rye as it meanders through Helmsley, creating a serene backdrop for leisurely walks or picnics along its banks. The river's gentle flow is a reminder of nature's soothing embrace. Transporting us back to the 1930s is an image that evokes nostalgia - an Amilcar Standard Sports car at the Ilkley & District Motor Club Trial in Thirsk. This snapshot captures a time when sleek automobiles roamed these streets, leaving behind trails of excitement and adventure. Stepping further into history, we find ourselves on Thirsk Millgate during the early 1900s. The cobbled streets lined with quaint cottages exude an old-world charm that transports us to simpler times. It's like stepping into a sepia-toned photograph brought to life. The Market Place in Thirsk during this era was undoubtedly bustling with activity - farmers selling their produce, locals catching up on gossip, and children playing games amidst laughter and joy. It was truly the heart and soul of this vibrant community. Venturing into Finkle Street during Victorian times reveals another facet of Thirsk's past. Elegant architecture adorned with ornate details graces every corner while horse-drawn carriages pass by gracefully. This street tells tales from an era where refinement met progress. Fast forward to present-day events; Hilary and Jimmy Gilpin proudly showcase Boots, their Border Terrier who won Best Breed at Crufts 2023 held at NEC Birmingham.