Tinsley Collection

A plan of the intended canal from Sheffield to Tinsley by W. and J. Fairbank, 1815
Includes Greenland Engine.Original at Local Studies S33S

Great Central Railway: poster advertising, excursions to Newark, Sleaford, Boston, Skegness, Mablethorpe
Trains depart from Tinsley, Broughton Lane, Attercliffe, Sheffield Victoria Station, Darnall and Woodhouse, etc. From an original at Sheffield Libraries: y14010

Ordnance Survey map of north east Sheffield copied by the Germans, and marked with bombing targets, c. 1940
Original at Sheffield City Archives MD7731/4 and Sheffield Local Studies Librarys 26 M/5

County Map of Yorkshire West Riding, c. 1777
From The Large English Atlas: or, a new set of map of all the counties of England and Wales drawn from the several surveys which have been hitherto been published

Advertisement for The Tinsley Rolling Mills Co. Ltd. 1939
Image from The City of Sheffield Commercial Handbook and Illustrated Guide, 1939 (Local Studies 914.274 S)

H. C. Tinsley, M. D.; Georgetown, Ky. 1907. Creator: Unknown
H. C. Tinsley, M. D.; Georgetown, Ky. 1907

Tram No. 1 at Tinsley, Sheffield, 1899
Showing (centre) Lord Mayor, Alderman Samuel Roberts JP (1852-1926). He later went on to become the Conservative MP for Ecclesall. From an original at Sheffield Libraries: s43779

Bulldog, The British Abrasive Wheel Co Ltd, Sheffield
Bulldog, The British Abrasive Wheel Co Ltd, Tinsley, Sheffield, Yorkshire

County Map of Yorkshire, c. 1777
From The Large English Atlas: or, a new set of map of all the counties of England and Wales drawn from the several surveys which have been hitherto been published

Sheffield S9 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Sheffield S9 1

Narrowboat on the Sheffield and Tinsley Canal
A narrowboat on the Sheffield and Tinsley Canal at Tinsley Locks, Sheffield, England. A man leans over at the tiller as the boat passes the gasworks Date: 1996

Canal workboat, Sheffield and Tinsley Canal
An Inland Waterways work boat on the Sheffield and Tinsley Canal at Tinsley Locks, Sheffield, England Date: 1996

Canal workboat under bridge, Sheffield and Tinsley Canal
An Inland Waterways work boat passes beneath a bridge on the Sheffield and Tinsley Canal at Tinsley Locks, Sheffield, England Date: 1996

Workers tea break beside the Sheffield and Tinsley Canal
Two male factory workers take a tea break on the banks of the Sheffield and Tinsley Canal at Tinsley Locks, Sheffield, England. Date: 1996

Anglers, Tinsley Locks, Sheffield
Two male anglers sit patiently on the banks of Tinsley Locks, Sheffield, England. In the foreground is a homemade wheelbarrow for transporting an anglers fishing tackle Date: 1996

Angler, Tinsley Locks, Sheffield
A fisherman sits patiently on the banks of Tinsley Locks, Sheffield, England Date: 1996

Footbridge over Tinsley Locks, Sheffield
A man strides over a footbridge at Tinsley Locks on the Sheffield and Tinsley Canal, Yorkshire, England Date: 1996

Fisherman at Tinsley Locks, Sheffield
A fisherman on the banks of Tinsley Locks, Sheffield, England. In the background is the Sheffield Sports Centre. Date: 1996

Ordnance Survey map of east end of Sheffield (and Rotherham) copied by the Germans, and marked with bombing targets
Original at Sheffield City Archives MD7731/2 and Sheffield Local Studies Librarys 26 M/2

Plan of Carbrook Hall Estate, in the townships of Attercliffe cum Darnall and Tinsley, 1852
Scale 1 inch : 3 chains.C. Bartholomew, Rotherham.Martin and Hood, Lithographers, LondonFull details of each lot are given in the sale particulars.Original at Sheffield Local Studies Library

Advertisement for Tinsley Park Colliery Co. Ltd. 34 Collegiate Cresent, 1939
Image from The City of Sheffield Commercial Handbook and Illustrated Guide, 1939 (Local Studies 914.274 S)

Tinsley UMI football team, 1920
From an original at Sheffield Libraries: u10534

Munitions Manufacture, Sheffield, c. 1917
Munitions Manufacture, Sheffield Simplex Motor Works Ltd. Fitzwilliam Works, Tinsley, World War I From an original at Sheffield Libraries: s02071

RICHMOND: PROTEST, 1960. Policemen with a dog haul a picketer, Ruth Tinsley, away from a department store in Richmond, Virginia. Photograph by Malcolm O. Carpenter, 1960

Cartoon, William Tinsley, British publisher
Cartoon, William Tinsley (1831-1902), British publisher -- A Bill " Of the Play" (Not Shakespeare but Tinsley). Together with his brother Edward he he founded the firm of Tinsley Brothers

William Tinsley
WILLIAM TINSLEY journalist and publisher, editor of Tinsleys Magazine of which I have never seen a copy. Date: 1831 - 1902

Advertisement for W. Cooke and Co. Ltd. Tinsley Works, 1939
Image from The City of Sheffield Commercial Handbook and Illustrated Guide, 1939 (Local Studies 914.274 S)

Canal at Tinsley, Sheffield Date: 1907

Championship Marbles
Championship game at Tinsley Green, Sussex: held every Good Friday Date: 1950s

Social / Marbles Champ
A group of men at a championship game of marbles at Tinsley Green, Sussex (held every Good Friday): the winner receives a cask of beer Date: 1950s

Cricket / Team / Lancashire
Lancashire: Mold, Paul, Lunt, Baker, Smith, Sugg, Ward, Tindall, MacLaren (C), Bardswell, Briggs, Smith, Tinsley

Cricketer, Tinsley
Alf Tinsley Cricketer - Lancashire

Marbles Championships
ENGLAND: RING TAW Good Friday at Tinsley Green, West Sussex a game of marbles is played. Originated in the Elizabethan era when 2 suitors played for the hand of a girl

Marbles Cotest / 1950
ENGLAND: RING TAW Good Friday at Tinsley Green, West Sussex a game of marbles is played. Originated in the Elizabethan era when 2 suitors played for the hand of a girl

Marbles Contest / 1950
ENGLAND: RING TAW Good Friday at Tinsley Green, West Sussex a game of marbles is played. Originated in the Elizabethan era when 2 suitors played for the hand of a girl

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"Tinsley: A Journey Through Time and Industry" Step into the rich history of Tinsley, a small but significant area nestled in Sheffield. From its humble beginnings as an intended canal route to becoming a hub of industrial activity, it has witnessed remarkable transformations over the years. In 1815, the Fairbank brothers meticulously planned a canal connecting Sheffield to Tinsley, envisioning greater connectivity and trade opportunities for the region. This ambitious project laid the foundation for future developments that would shape Tinsley's destiny. Fast forward to 1912 when Great Central Railway enticed adventure seekers with posters advertising exciting excursions to Newark, Sleaford, Boston, Skegness, Mablethorpe, Mumby Road, and Sutton on Sea. These advertisements captured the imagination of many who sought leisurely escapes from their daily routines. However, not all chapters in Tinsley's story were filled with joyous moments. In 1940 during World War II, German forces copied Ordnance Survey maps marking bombing targets in this strategic location. The scars left behind by these dark times serve as reminders of resilience and strength amidst adversity. Amidst such challenges arose industries that became synonymous with Tinsley's identity. The advertisement for The Tinsley Rolling Mills Co. Ltd. , dating back to 1939 showcases how this company played a pivotal role in shaping economic growth within the community. Another prominent name etched into history is Bulldog - The British Abrasive Wheel Co Ltd. , which contributed significantly to Sheffield's manufacturing prowess. Their presence exemplified the spirit of innovation and craftsmanship that defined Tinsley throughout time. Transportation also played a crucial role in shaping life within this vibrant neighborhood. Tram No. 1 at Tinsley took residents on countless journeys through its streets since 1899 – witnessing generations come together while traversing their beloved town.