Cheetham Collection

A. B. Cheetham, (The boatswain of the Terra Nova), c1910–1913, (1913)
A.B. Cheetham, (The boatswain of the Terra Nova), c1910– 1913, (1913). Alfred Cheetham (1866-1918) was a member of several Antarctic expeditions

Some of the Officers of the British Antarctic expedition
Officers on board the Terra Nova on its return to New Zealand in February 1913 after the discovery of the bodies of Captain Scott and his companions. From left to right. Back row, Mr

Quintin Metsys, The Blacksmith of Antwerp - the Portrait, 1857. Creator: Cheetham
Quintin Metsys, The Blacksmith of Antwerp - the Portrait, 1857. Imaginary scene where Master Van Twylt admires a portrait of his daughter Alyt painted by Quentin Matsys (1465-1530)

Cheetham Street East, Higher Broughton, Salford, Manchester, Lancashire, England. Date: 1920s

Thomas St (now gone), Cheetham Hill, Manchester, Lancashire, England. Date: 1920s

Humphrey Street, Cheetham Hill, Manchester, Lancashire, England. Date: 1922

Quintin Metsys, 1857. Creator: Cheetham
Quintin Metsys, 1857. Portrait of Flemish artist Quentin Matsys (1466-1530). There is a tradition alleging that he was trained as an ironsmith before becoming a painter

Alfred Cheetham RNR

Neil Cheetham England Volvo PGA Championship Wentworth Club Virginia Water, England 23 May 2003 Date: 23 May 2003

Jonathan Cheetham England The Open Championship Royal Troon, 2004 Scotland 16 July 2004 Date: 16 July 2004

Chiselhurst St, Cheetham Hill, Manchester, Lancashire, England. Date: 1916

St Johns Church Bazaar - Opening Ceremony, Cheetham Hill, Manchester, Lancashire, England. Date: 1910s

1st Cheetham Hill Girl Guides Camp, Cheetham Hill, Manchester, Lancashire, England. Date: 1922

Mrs. George Pine, 1835. Creator: Unknown
Mrs. George Pine, 1835

Labour Group, Sheffield City Council, Town Hall, 1926
Pictured back row (l.to r.)Councillors W.E.Yorke; A.Oates; C.J.Mitchell; W.G.Robinson; F.Thraves; C.W.Gascoigne; J.Hawnt; A.Spencer.second to back row (l.to.r)

Private W Cheetham bringing up fresh supplies of bombs
Private W. Cheetham (1st Btn. Shropshire Light Infantry) bringing up fresh supplies of bombs under very heavy fire at the crater at Hooge - August 9th 1915

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"Cheetham: A Name Woven into History" From the icy waters of Antarctica to the bustling streets of Manchester, the name Cheetham has left its mark throughout time. Meet A. B. Cheetham, the boatswain of the Terra Nova during 1910–1913 British Antarctic expedition. Alongside him stood a group of brave officers who ventured into uncharted territories. Alfred Cheetham RNR was not only an explorer but also a prominent figure in politics. In 1926, he joined the Labour Group at Sheffield City Council, making his voice heard within the walls of Town Hall. The legacy continued with streets bearing this illustrious name. Cheetham Street East in Higher Broughton, Salford became part of Manchester's fabric—a testament to Alfred's impact on his hometown. Humphrey Street in Cheetham Hill tells another tale from 1922 when it witnessed life unfolding amidst Lancashire's vibrant atmosphere. But it wasn't just historical figures that carried this surname forward; Neil and Jonathan Cheetham added their own chapters to this remarkable story. Their contributions may have been different but equally significant in shaping their communities. Chiselhurst St stands as a reminder of resilience during challenging times—etched into Manchester's landscape since 1916. St John's Church Bazaar opening ceremony brought joy and connection to residents in Cheetham Hill—an event that united hearts and minds under one roof. Thomas St might be gone now, but its memory lingers among those who recall its existence during Manchester's thriving years in the 1920s—a symbol of progress and change for generations past. Through exploration, politics, community involvement, or simply leaving traces on street signs across England—Cheethams have woven themselves into history with pride and purpose.