Vans Collection (page 5)

Liverpool Scouts in 1951

Exterior view of Gerladine House, headquarters of the Daily Mirror Newspaper in Fetter Lane, London, on the Coronation Day of Queen Elizabeth II. 2nd June 1953

A queue of traffic at the old Scotswood Bridge. c. 1966
A queue of traffic at the old Scotswood Bridge. c.1966

The Overhead Railway Bridge in Liverpool 1955 on the approach to the Liver Building

Civil Defence Centre, UK
Civil Defence Centre, somewhere in the UK. They were built during the Cold War, in case of emergency. Date: 1950s

Villa Street, Lozells area, Aston, Birmingham, West Midlands
Villa Street, looking from Nursery Road, in the Lozells area of Aston, Birmingham, West Midlands. Date: circa 1920

Soho, London - Wardour Street and Old Compton Street W1
Soho, London - corner of Wardour Street and Old Compton Street W1, with traffic. 1973

Soho, London - 88 Dean Street, Rippon Newsagents. 1973

Children buying ice cream on a Balham street, SW London
Children buying ice cream from an ice cream van on a Balham street, SW London. Date: circa 1967

AFS women working in mobile kitchen, WW2
AFS women working in a mobile kitchen at night, serving tea and biscuits to thirsty firefighters. Date: 1940s

Campsite with campervans and tents on farmland in evening, Swaledale, Yorkshire Dales N. P
Campsite with campervans and tents on farmland in evening, Swaledale, Yorkshire Dales N.P. North Yorkshire, England, July

Mains electric technicians repairing cable on rural electricity pole, Cumbria, England, July

First mobile kitchen donation, WW2
The Home Secretary, Herbert Morrison, receiving the keys to the first mobile kitchen from Lord Bennett (Richard Bedford Bennett)

GLC-LFB HQ Major Control Unit
The GLC-LFB was created on 1 April 1965. A series of photos was commissioned of each type of fire engine, either within or absorbed into the enlarged London Fire Brigade

GLC-LFB Canteen Van
The GLC-LFB was created on 1 April 1965. A series of photos was commissioned of each type of fire engine, either within or absorbed into the enlarged London Fire Brigade

GLC-LFB Breathing apparatus control van (BACV)
The GLC-LFB was created on 1 April 1965. A series of photos was commissioned of each type of fire engine, either within or absorbed into the enlarged London Fire Brigade

LFB fire towing unit and trailer pump in bomb crater, WW2
Quite a few London Fire Brigade vehicles came to grief during the Blitz raids. This Commer towing van and trailer pump have ploughed into a bomb crater in Southwark Bridge Road just south of

Metropolitan Police photographer at work
A Metropolitan Police photographer at work, focusing his attention on a car engine

Met Police officer at Piccadilly Circus, London
A Metropolitan Police officer on duty at Piccadilly Circus in Central London, speaking on his walkie talkie radio. There are neon advertisements for Coca Cola, Cinzano, Skol, Volkswagen

King Harry Ferry, crossing the River Fal, Cornwall
King Harry Ferry, a chain ferry which crosses the River Fal in Cornwall, roughly halfway between Truro and Falmouth. Date: circa 1950s

Man in a kilt, filling a van up with petrol. Date: circa 1960s

Traffic jam on the A30, West Country. circa 1980s

Luggage on a truck at Jersey Airport, Channel Islands
Luggage on a British United truck, about to be loaded onto an aeroplane at the States of Jersey Airport, Channel Islands. Date: circa 1970s

Loading a plane at Jersey Airport, Channel Islands
Loading an aeroplane on the tarmac at the States of Jersey Airport, Channel Islands. Date: circa 1970s

Traffic on the M5 motorway near Manchester, passing a service station. Date: circa 1960s

Accident in fog and black ice, Marks Tey, Colchester, Essex
Accident in fog and black ice, near Marks Tey, Colchester, Essex, 31 December 1959, in which an Austin van was a write-off but the driver received only minor injuries. Date: 1959

Stanley Bruce Alongside Two Australian Soldiers
Australian High Commissioner Stanley Bruce (left) stands beside two of his compatriots outside the Strand Theatre, London

British Caribbean woman, Hong Kong
British Caribbean woman, walking, back to camera down a built up commercial area in Hong Kong. Cars and vans on the road at the top of the picture

Soho, London - Peter Street and Wardour Street W1
Soho, London - junction of Peter Street and Wardour Street W1, with a delivery van. 1973

Gresham Street and the General Post Office, London. Note the fine depiction of the rank of ready-and-waiting horse-drawn postal vans. Date: 1907

Trying to drive a car off St Ives beach
People trying to drive a car off St Ives beach. circa 1950

Loading Postal Orders, Bank of England, City of London
Loading Postal Orders outside the Bank of England, City of London. 1899

Soho, London - Dean Street W1 - Gargoyle Club and HMV Records. 1973

Soho, London - Brewer Street W1 - fishmongers shop. 1973

Advert for Buick, Red Cross ambulances 1916
Buick were used for emergencies in World War One at the front, with British Red Cross and St Johns on the side of the vehicle Date: 1916

Van and snow plough in the snow
Van in the snow, with a snow plough in action on the A259 (near the south coast of England). Date: 1960s

Dodge van with advertisement for Viyella
Customised Dodge van with advertisement for Viyella clothing. early 20th century

Police officers with dogs, conducting a search, London
A group of police officers, male and female, belonging to the Special Patrol Group, with police dogs, conducting a search. The WPCs are wearing the Norman Hartnell uniform, introduced in 1968

Police officers preparing to conduct a search, London
A group of police officers (including June Paterson, left), belonging to the Special Patrol Group, preparing to conduct a search with the aid of police dogs

Page from a catalogue toy trains and cars 1929
A seletion of British made wooden and polished aluminium trains, cars, vans and cranes. Products available from the Harrods catalogue toy department. Date: 1929

Flight / Maintenance / 1915
Aeroplane repair van. Date: 1915

Photo of Swan and Edgars delivery van
Black and white photograph of a Swan and Edgar delivery van in the Tatler of 10th November 1909. The photo is advertising the use of the new Collier detachable rim which was a revolution in

Delivery drivers, D H Evans, Oxford Street, London
Delivery drivers with their vehicles outside the goods entrance of the D H Evans department store, Oxford Street, London. circa 1910s

Sea front view at Paignton, Devon, with holidaymakers, parked cars, two boating lakes and chalets. Date: 1950s

WW1 - Private and Commercial Vehicles Commandeered - Hyde Park, London. Date: 1914

Old Mill Bakery, Wannock, Polegate, England
Old Mill Bakery, Wannock, Polegate, near Eastbourne, Sussex, England. Showing three vintage horse drawn bakers vans and a motor van. Date: 1910s

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"Exploring the Charm of Vans Across Europe: From Newgale, Wales to Cork City, Ireland" Embark on a journey through picturesque landscapes and bustling city streets as we delve into the world of vans. Starting in Newgale, Pembrokeshire, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe, where the rugged coastline meets sandy shores - a perfect spot for van enthusiasts to soak up nature's beauty. Moving southwards to St Patricks Street and Bridge in Cork City, Ireland; witness the vibrant energy of this charming city while catching glimpses traversing its historic streets. Further east lies Kings Square (Market Place) Enfield Town in London with its iconic Kings Head Public House - an ideal place for van lovers to revel in British history. Transport yourself back in time with a nostalgic glimpse at a Ford Truck from 1930; an enduring symbol of automotive craftsmanship that has stood the test of time. Meanwhile, across borders in France's Midi-Pyrenees region stands a Citroen 2CV van parked gracefully against the backdrop of Mirepoix's quaint houses - showcasing European elegance at its finest. Venturing into more specialized realms, marvel at NFS fire engines stationed proudly at Wembley; their red exteriors exuding strength and readiness to protect lives and property. Delve even further into history with Parcels Post Van C1870 – a relic from bygone days when postal services were revolutionized by these trusty vehicles. Savoring moments amidst cultural hubs is another aspect that makes vans truly special. Picture yourself enjoying aromatic coffee at Mols Coffee House while admiring artistry displayed within Keetch Gallery located in Exeter’s Devon region. Or take leisurely strolls along The Broadway promenade in West Worthing where vans blend seamlessly with seaside charm. Witnessing newspaper printing come alive is made all the more exciting as delivery vans eagerly await freshly printed copies outside the London Evening News headquarters.