Iffley Collection

R. Bannister Runs Mile
Roger Bannister of Great Britain, with a time of 3 mins 59.4 seconds, becomes the first person to run a mile in under 4 minutes, at the Iffley Road Sports Ground, England

Roger Bannister - First sub-4 minute mile - Iffley Road
Roger Bannister of Great Britain (1929-2018), with a time of 3 mins 59.4 seconds, becomes the first person to run a mile in under 4 minutes, at the Iffley Road Sports Ground, England on 6th may 1954

Illustration depicting Oxford University students rowing on the Iffley River, 19th century
Illustration depicting Oxford University students rowing

Iffley (litho)
7193823 Iffley (litho) by Dawson, Alfred (fl.1860-94); Private Collection; (add.info.: Iffley. Illustration for Oxford by Andrew Lang (Seeley, 1906).); © Look and Learn

Oxford Spires from Iffley (litho)
7193822 Oxford Spires from Iffley (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oxford Spires from Iffley)

St Marys Church, Iffley, Oxfordshire - the Font
St Marys Church, Iffley, Oxfordshire, dating back to the 12th century - the Font, made of Tournai marble from Flanders. Date: circa 1845

View inside St Marys Church, Iffley, Oxfordshire, dating back to the 12th century. Date: circa 1845

Illustration for Tom Brown at Oxford by Thomas Hughes (engraving)
3101618 Illustration for Tom Brown at Oxford by Thomas Hughes (engraving) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Iffley Mill (watercolour with pen and brown ink)
1217745 Iffley Mill (watercolour with pen and brown ink) by Turner, William (Turner of Oxford) (1789-1862); 23.9x32.6 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; English

View of Iffley from the River, 1841 (w / c with scratching out)
1216753 View of Iffley from the River, 1841 (w/c with scratching out) by Wint, Peter de (1784-1849); 33.2x52.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Iffley (colour litho)
2792542 Iffley (colour litho) by Menpes, Mortimer Ludington (1855-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Iffley. Illustration for The Thames by Mortimer Menpes, text by G E Mitton (A&C Black)

Norman door, Church of St Mary the Virgin, Iffley, Oxfordshire (b / w photo)
5996880 Norman door, Church of St Mary the Virgin, Iffley, Oxfordshire (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Norman door, Church of St Mary the Virgin)

Church of St Mary the Virgin, Iffley, Oxfordshire (b / w photo)
5996849 Church of St Mary the Virgin, Iffley, Oxfordshire (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Church of St Mary the Virgin, Iffley, Oxfordshire)

The Thames, from the Tower to Iffley (litho)
1606412 The Thames, from the Tower to Iffley (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Thames, from the Tower to Iffley)

The Thames, from the Tower to Iffley (litho)
1606411 The Thames, from the Tower to Iffley (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Thames, from the Tower to Iffley)

Types of windows (litho)
6013412 Types of windows (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Types of windows. Illustration for The Harmsworth Encylopaedia (c 1922).); © Look and Learn

Iffley Church, Oxford, Oxfordshire (engraving)
5233621 Iffley Church, Oxford, Oxfordshire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Iffley Church, Oxford, Oxfordshire.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection

Oxford OX4 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Oxford OX4 4

Iffley Mill, c1870. During the 12th century Oxford townsmen built a watermill at Iffley to grind malt, barley, corn and other cereals. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol

River Thames, Iffley

Iffley River Thames Victorian period

Iffley Mill, Oxfordshire, 1926. Artist: Cavenders Ltd
Iffley Mill, Iffley, Oxfordshire, 1926. From the River Valleys set of hand-coloured cigarette cards issued with Army Club Cigarettes, Cavanders Ltd, 1926

Iffley Church from the south-west, Oxfordford, 1834. Artist: John Le Keux
Iffley Church from the south-west, Oxford, 1834

Iffley Lock, 20th Century. Postcard from The Souvenir Album, Views of London And The River Thames, From London To Oxford, (London, 20th Century)

Oxford: a Picnic to Nuneham: in Iffley Lock, Winding up the Company "
Oxford: a Picnic to Nuneham: in Iffley Lock, " Winding up the Company "

Iffley, Oxfordshire - St Mary the Virgin - West Door
The Norman West Door at the Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin, Iffley, Oxford. Date: circa 1910s

The Norman West Door at Iffley Church
The Norman West Door at the Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin, Iffley, Oxford. Date: circa 1907

Iffley Lock, Oxfordshire
Iffley Lock, on the River Thames, near Oxford

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Iffley, a place steeped in history and sporting achievements, and is here that R. Bannister made history by running the first sub-4 minute mile, forever etching his name in the annals of athletics. The iconic Iffley Road became synonymous with this incredible feat. In the 19th century, Oxford University students rowed on the picturesque Iffley River, creating a captivating scene captured in illustrations from that era. This river flows into the majestic River Thames, adding to its charm during the Victorian period. The lithographs showcase its beauty and architectural wonders. St Mary's Church stands proudly as a testament to time, with its intricate font drawing visitors into its hallowed halls. Inside this historic church lies another breathtaking view that leaves one awe-inspired. The allure has even inspired literature; an engraving for "Tom Brown at Oxford" depicts scenes capturing the essence of this enchanting place. Artists have also tried to encapsulate its magic through watercolors and ink sketches like "Iffley Mill" and "View from the River. " As you explore Iffley today, you can't help but feel transported back in time while admiring these landmarks and soaking up their rich heritage. From athletic triumphs to serene riverside moments, every corner holds stories waiting to be discovered in this hidden gem nestled within Oxfordshire's embrace.