Activities Collection (#63)

Sea Scouts at Limehouse Basin, London Docks
4th Streatham Sea Scouts on their boat, 4th Dimension, at Limehouse Basin, London Docks, around the time of the 25th Anniversary of Queen Elizabeth IIs Coronation

Sea Scout patrol leader in a gig

Boys paddling a crate, Longridge Centre

Sea Scouts bailing out water from boats, Lower Thames
Sea Scouts bailing out water from boats on the Lower Thames. circa 1950

Sea Scouts building a kayak
A group of Sea Scouts building a kayak. circa 1960s

Sea Scouts assembling on a quay

Montage depicting various Australian sports with animals, including horses, kangaroos and emu. circa 1883

Sea Scouts on board a yacht, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
Sea Scouts pose among the rigging of their training yacht at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex. circa 1910

Three Sea Scouts in a dinghy off TS Mercury
Three Sea Scouts in a dinghy off their training ship TS Mercury, enjoying the sound of the harmonica. circa 1912

Sea Scouts coming ashore. circa 1912

Scouts cleaning propeller near Tower Bridge, London
Scouts (boys and girls) cleaning a ships propeller near Tower Bridge, London, during Scout Job Week. 1996

Ratcliff Sea Scouts lining a mast. circa 1913

Sea Scouts receiving signals by flag. October 1935

Sea Scout climbing rigging
A Sea Scout climbing the rigging of a ship. circa 1920s

Scouts practising pioneering, Grenada, West Indies
Scouts practising pioneering in Grenada, West Indies. 1949

Two Sea Scouts hosting a sail on a ship
Two Sea Scouts hoisting a sail on a ship. circa 1930s

Sea Scouts on board HMS Implacable, Portsmouth
Sea Scouts at ease on board HMS Implacable, Portsmouth. 7 August 1934

Sea Scouts rowing a whaler along a stretch of water. circa 1960s

Scouts canoeing in turbulent waters
Three scouts canoeing in turbulent waters. 1966

Rodney Troop 9th Lymington Sea Scouts coming alongside. circa 1912

Sea Scouts swimming off the side of a dinghy
Sea Scouts swimming off the side of a sailing dinghy. circa 1920s

King George VI - academic, services & social activities
Page from the Illustrated London News Accession Number 1936 with a number of photographs depicting the new King George VI involved in various engagements as Duke of York

Sea Scouts in a whaler near Tower Bridge, London. circa 1960

Eight Sea Scouts in their canoes, in line abreast. circa 1930

Sea Scouts receiving instruction in a field. circa 1920s

Queen Elizabeth II at work & play in her teens
Page from the ILN Special Coronation Number featuring a variety of photographs depicting Queen Elizabeth II in her teenage years, including shots of Princess Elizabeth gardening, as a sea ranger

Sea Scouts pulling a track cart

Sea Scouts bring boat ashore

1st Wroxham Sea Scouts with Lord Baden Powell
1st Wroxham Sea Scouts being inspected by the Chief Scout, Lord Baden Powell, on board HMS Implacable in Portsmouth. 7 August 1934

Mercury Sea Scouts rowing an open cutter. 1912

Sea Scouts undergoing training, Poole
Sea Scouts undergoing training on board the Margaret Leigh Guard Ship, Poole. October 1933

Holidaymakers enjoying a boat ride, Walton, Essex
Holidaymakers at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, enjoying a boat trip from Hipkins Beach at the Naze (the headland just north of the town). circa 1950

Sea Scouts, patrol inspection
A group of Sea Scouts on patrol inspection. 20th century

Sea Scouts on Motor Torpedo Boat 102
Motor Torpedo Boat 102 of the 1st Blofield and Brundal Sea Scouts. 1977

Scouts in canoes and boats on a stretch of water, with people watching them from behind a fence. 1966

Boy Scout fishing, Longridge Centre
A Boy Scout fishing in front of an ITV camera on a tripod at Longridge Water Activities Centre. July 1972

Scout Leaders at a training camp, Grenada, West Indies
Scout Leaders at a training camp in Grenada, West Indies, enjoying some gymnastics. 1949

Sea Scout crews in dinghies

Leander Kingston Sea Scout Troop
Boys of the Leander Kingston Sea Scout Troop doing some rebuilding. 8 October 1935

Sea Scout on rope bridge, Longridge Centre
A Sea Scout negotiating a rope bridge at Longridge Water Activities Centre. circa 1980

Silhouettes of soldiers in wartime
Some of our lads -- silhouettes of soldiers in wartime. Including a piper playing the bagpipes, men standing on guard or chatting, a drummer, men carrying tools and materials for trench digging

Tennis court on board the Empress of Britain
A full-sized tennis court on board the Canadian Pacific liner, the Empress of Britain, departing from Southampton on a world cruise for four and a half months

Silhouette of a sledding scene on a snowy hillside. One couple slide down the slope, watched by another couple wondering whether to copy them. Both men are in army uniform

Silhouette of Dutch children
Silhouette of three Dutch children and their pet dog. The boy on the left is playing with his hoop and stick, while the boy and girl in the centre are flying a kite

The Graphic Christmas Number front cover, 1928
Dramatic cover of The Graphic Christmas Number for 1928 featuring a group of angular looking ice skaters from the 1890s to introduce the Naughty Nineties theme of the issue. Date: 1928

Farming in France 18Th
Various agricultural activities in 18th century France. One man is ploughing, two people are sowing, another one is rolling a field. Date: Circa 1760

Guinea Day at the Festival Gardens, Festival of Britain
A cartoon depicting Guinea Day at the Festival Gardens, Festival of Britain, with upper class people in their best clothes, taking part in some unlikely (for them) fairground activities

Fencing with daggers
A group of men engage in combat with one another, using daggers to fence with. Date: 1570

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"Unleashing the Power of Activities: A Journey through Time and Thrills" Step back in time with a vintage WW2 poster, reminding us of the activities that shaped history. Discover the captivating activities of 52 (Lowland) Division, as they fought bravely during wartime. Feel the warmth of Phuket's vibrant atmosphere as Ronald McDonald welcomes you with a cheerful "Sawasdee" on Patong Beach. Brace yourself for an adrenaline rush as you experience the exhilarating loop section of a rollercoaster ride. Uncover the untold stories of Women's Institute activities during World War I, showcasing their resilience and strength. Witness the determination and endurance displayed by triathlon swimmers, pushing themselves to new limits. Immerse yourself in Muriel Dawson's masterpieces - "The Days Work" and "Little Miss Natty Fingers, " capturing lively scenes from everyday activities. Hold your breath as you spiral through a corkscrew coil on a thrilling rollercoaster adventure. Embrace the unexpected sight of a skeleton playing rugby, showcasing that even in unconventional forms, sports unite us all. Reflect upon British Military Recruitment Poster from WWI, highlighting how individuals were called upon to engage in vital activities for their nation's defense. Enter into the workshop of a skilled carpenter and joiner, witnessing their meticulous craftmanship shaping raw materials into stunning creations Marvel at an athletic young man lying on a stone floor with his ball nearby – poised for action and ready to conquer any challenge. They have always been more than mere pastimes; they are windows into our shared history, sources of joyous excitement or solemn dedication that shape who we are today.