Chesham Collection

Some Stalwarts of the Greyhound Racing World by Autori
Caricatures of well-known personalities in the greyhound racing world in 1933. Among those shown is A. C. Critchley and Lady Chesham. Date: 1933

Bury BL9 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Bury BL9 6

Chesham, Bucks, Watercress Lorries, Mash & Austin Ltd
Chesham, Buckinghamshire, Watercress Lorries of Mash & Austin Ltd. - suppliers to Covent Garden Market. Date: circa 1930s

Chesham Blucher Street early 1900s

Chesham High Street early 1900s

High Street, Chesham early 1900's

Blucher Street, Chesham early 1900's

County Map of Buckinghamshire, c. 1777
From The Large English Atlas: or, a new set of map of all the counties of England and Wales drawn from the several surveys which have been hitherto been published

Shamikh Wins Chesham Stks Ridden By R.Hills 09 July 1996 Date: 09 July 1996

Page from The Tatler featuring a photograph of a group at the 8th birthday part of the Master of Carnegie, son of Lord and Lady Maud Carnegie (formerly Princess Maud of Fife)

Some celebrities of Bucks Club playing golf caricatured by Fred May in The Tatler. Includes the Duke of Leeds, Lord Chesham, Major Tommy Bouch, Lord Tweedmouth and Captain Hubert Buckmaster

The Coke and Perkin (The Cooks Tale, Chaucers Canterbury Tales), late 18th century. After John Hamilton Mortimer

Chiltern HP5 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Chiltern HP5 1

Colonel Lord Chesham, Imperial Yeomanry, 1901. Creator: Russell & Sons
Colonel Lord Chesham, Imperial Yeomanry, 1901. Charles Cavendish (1850- 1907), commanded the 10th battalion of the Imperial Yeomanry in the Second Boer War

The King of Dahomeys levee, 1793. Artist: Francis Chesham
The King of Dahomeys levee, 1793. Plate 1 from The History of Dahomey by Archibald Dalzel

Brigadier General Lord Chesham, Imperial Yeomanry, South Africa, 1900. Artist: Elliott & Fry
Brigadier General Lord Chesham, Imperial Yeomanry, South Africa, 1900. Charles William Compton Cavendish, 3rd Baron Chesham (1850-1907), in uniform during the Boer War

Lord Chesham, Charles William Compton Cavendish, Baron Chesham, 1850 To 1907. British Conservative Politician And Brigadier-General Of The Imperial Yoemanry

Charles Baron Chesham
CHARLES CAVENDISH, baron CHESHAM British soldier Date: 1850 - ?

Lady Chesham / Whitehall
LADY BEATRICE CHESHAM (nee Grosvenor) British aristocracy Married Charles Cavendish, 3rd Baron Chesham Date: -

Chesham Train - Atlantic Class Steam Locomotive 4-4-2, Londo
Chesham Train - Atlantic Class Steam Locomotive 4-4-2, near Northwood, County of London, England. Great Central Railway Date: 1910s

The Waterfall, Latimer, Buckinghamshire
The Waterfall, Latimer, Chesham, Buckinghamshire, England. Date: 1910s

Peers of the Realm who had joined up, WW1
Double page spread from The Sketch showing portraits of peers of the realm who had joined up during the early weeks of the First World War

Lord Chesham, Vanity Fair, Spy
CHARLES COMPTON WILLIAM CAVENDISH, 3rd Baron Chesham (1850-1907) British Conservative politician who served as the last Master of the Buckhounds

Lord John Russells Hse
The house of LORD JOHN RUSSELL in Chesham Place, London. Date: 1845

Sport and celebrities in the Bystander
Page from the Bystander showing, from top left, lady Chesham with her greyhound, Silver Chain, a runner at White City stadium

Scenery near Hawridge, Buckinghamshire
Sketch of the countryside about a quarter of a mile from Hawridge Church towards Chesham, Buckinghamshire, by Reverend Baden Powell (1796-1860), father of Robert Baden Powell

Greyhound Derby winner Mr Johnson
Mr S. Johnson, owner of Wild Woolley, the winner of the 1932 greyhound Derby addresses the 75, 000 strong crowd at White City greyhound racing stadium via a microphone

Lord John Russells House, Chesham Place, London, 1845
Engraving showing the exterior of Lord John Russells House, Chesham Place, London, 1845

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Chesham, a town steeped in history and charm, has witnessed the rise of some stalwarts in the greyhound racing world. In the early 1900s, Blucher Street and High Street were bustling with activity, capturing the essence of this vibrant community. The captivating black and white photographs from that era transport us back to a time when Chesham was flourishing. Watercress lorries owned by Mash & Austin Ltd traversed its streets, showcasing the thriving local industry. Even centuries ago, Chesham held significance as depicted on an ancient county map of Buckinghamshire dating back to 1777. Its rich heritage is evident through every nook and cranny of this picturesque town. Sports enthusiasts would be delighted to know that Chesham has always been home to exciting events like the Chesham Stks race where Shamikh emerged victorious. The Tatler magazine featured snapshots from an extravagant birthday party at which locals gathered for merriment. Celebrities also found solace in Chesham's beauty; Bucks Club members were often seen enjoying rounds of golf while being humorously caricatured by Fred May in The Tatler. Delving further into history reveals a fascinating tale - "The Coke and Perkin, " part of Geoffrey Chaucer's Canterbury Tales set against late 18th-century backdrop. It serves as a reminder that literature too finds inspiration within these charming streets. For those exploring modern-day Chesham, maps such as the detailed Chiltern HP5 1 Map provide guidance through its enchanting lanes and hidden gems waiting to be discovered. Chesham continues to captivate visitors with its timeless allure, blending past and present seamlessly. As you wander through its streets today, take a moment to appreciate how this town has evolved while preserving its unique character throughout generations.