Brooklands Collection (#27)

Aston Martin 2-litre Brooklands Speed (racecar), 1939, Red
Aston Martin 2-litre Brooklands Speed (racecar) 1939 Red

Straker Squire 18. 8 litre at Brooklands 1910
Straker Squire at Brooklands 28th May 1910

Sir Henry Segrave on the Sunbeam at Brooklands
Sir Henry Segrave on the six-cylinder 105 hp 2 litre Sunbeam photographed at Brooklands before winning the 1923 French Grand Prix at an average of 75.3 mph for 496 miles at Tours Date: 1923

S F Edge at Brooklands during his 24 hours record
A night impression ofs F Edge at Brooklands during his 24 hours record

1938 SS 100 in Junior Car club event at Brooklands 25th March 1939

Brooklands Flying Club
Lady Chayter and Mr R. Richards, pupils at Brooklands Flying School studying for their flying certificates. Date: 1931

500 miles world record beaten at Brooklands, 1931
J. Dundee finishing first driving the Bentley of Captain Woolf Barnato, which averaged a speed of 118.39 miles per hour over the 500 mile race at Brooklands race track in 1931. Date: 1931

Andre Beaumont, winner of the Great Air Race
Andre Beaumont of the French Navy, winner of the Great Air Race, also known as the Round Britain Air Race, covering 1000 miles in five days (22-26 July). Twenty pilots took part

Jules Vedrines, second in Great Air Race
Jules Charles Toussaint Vedrines (1881-1919), French aviator who came a close second in the Great Air Race, also known as the Round Britain Air Race, covering 1000 miles in five days (22-26 July)

Motor racing
A crowd of spectators watch cars race around the track, probably at Brooklands, home of British motor racing in the 1920s

Motor racing breakdown at Brooklands
A competitor at Brooklands motor race is towed into the paddock with the aid of a branch. Date: April 17th 1920

Who will first drive two miles a minute? Motor driver Resta
Illustration showing the driver Resta covering a half-mile in 17.372 seconds (or at a speed of 103.615 miles an hour) at Brooklands

Brooklands Double Twelve Festival: Heikki Kovalainen, McLaren Mercedes-Benz MP4 / 22
Heikki Kovalainen (FIN), McLaren Mercedes-Benz MP4/22. Brooklands Double Twelve Festival, Brooklands, Weybridge, England. 28-29 June 2008

Brooklands Double Twelve Festival: Sir Stirling Moss, demonstrates a historic Mercedes-Benz W196 racing car
Sir Stirling Moss (GBR), demonstrates a historic Mercedes-Benz W196 racing car. Brooklands Double Twelve Festival, Brooklands, Weybridge, England. 28-29 June 2008

Brooklands Double Twelve Festival: Lewis Hamilton, McLaren, drives a historic Mercedes Benz W196 racing car
Lewis Hamilton (GBR), McLaren, drives a historic Mercedes Benz W196 racing car. Brooklands Double Twelve Festival, Brooklands, Weybridge, England. 28-29 June 2008

Early Racing Brooklands
Cars hurtle round the newly- constructed circuit at Brooklands, Weybridge, Surrey

Brooklands Motor Racing
Motor racing at Brooklands, Weybridge, Surrey - Englands first purpose-made motor racing circuit

Racing at Brooklands
Two racing cars compete on the new circuit at Brooklands, near Weybridge, Surrey, designed for the testing of vehicles but used most famously as a race track

Adolphe Pegoud
ADOLPHE PEGOUD - French aviator noted for his daring aerobatics, including looping the loop : at Brooklands race- track. September 1913, during a visit to England

CODYs CATHEDRAL PLANE
The 10, 000 aviation race. The start at Brooklands, Colonel Cody in his aeroplane " Cathedral"."

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"Step into the Thrilling World of Brooklands: A Legendary Motor Racing Track" Experience the adrenaline-fueled history of Brooklands, a legendary motor racing track that has left an indelible mark on automotive enthusiasts worldwide. From iconic racing cars to exhilarating events, this captivating destination has it all. One cannot mention Brooklands without recalling the awe-inspiring Napier-Railton racing car that once graced its hallowed grounds. With its powerful engine and sleek design, this magnificent beast tore through the track, leaving spectators in awe of its sheer speed and precision. The allure was further amplified by its vibrant race posters that adorned every corner. These artistic masterpieces not only showcased upcoming events but also captured the essence of excitement and competition that permeated throughout. In 1937, Kaye Petre's Austin 7 team took center stage at Brooklands, showcasing their remarkable driving skills amidst fierce competition. The roaring engines and screeching tires echoed through the air as these daring racers pushed themselves to new limits. Brooklands wasn't just about motor racing; it also played host to breathtaking civil air displays in the 1920s. Spectators marveled at daredevil pilots defying gravity with jaw-dropping aerial maneuvers while vintage aircraft soared gracefully above them – a true spectacle for all ages. Rolls-Royce, synonymous with luxury and elegance, made its presence felt at Brooklands as well. Their exquisite automobiles glided effortlessly along the track's curves, embodying both power and sophistication in equal measure. The British Empire Trophy race held at Brooklands in 1935 brought together drivers from across nations who battled fiercely for glory under intense pressure. This prestigious event showcased not only skill but also national pride as competitors raced towards victory on this historic circuit. From early troubles faced in 1903 to establishing itself as a symbol of reliability by 1930 – "The Motor cars wonderful ad" perfectly encapsulated Brooklands' evolution.