Pastimes Collection (#28)

Compass on Ordnance Survey map of Kent, England, August

Hikers walking on coastal path, towards Rockcliffe and Kippford, Rough Firth, Solway Firth, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, May

Walker overlooking coastline, looking north along west coast, north from Inver, Isle of Jura, Inner Hebrides, Scotland

Birdwatchers using spotting scopes to view nesting seabirds on cliffs, beside Dangerous Cliffs, Clogwyni Peryglus bilingual sign on clifftop, with lighthouse in background, South Stack Lighthouse

Taiwanese birdwatchers scanning estuary with telescopes, members of The Wild Bird Society of Taipei on group outing, Taipei, Taiwan, April

Birdwatchers on boat, with Tresco in distance, Isles of Scilly, England, October

Birdwatchers with binoculars and camera on platform, contestants in bird race, Dasyueshan National Forest Recreation Area International Bird Race, Taiwan, April

Permanent birdwatching and photography hide to bait for vultures and lammergeiers, Spain, January

Angler sitting on shore of freshwater loch, Loch Lubhair, near Crianlarich, Trossachs, Stirling, Scotland, July

Elderly birdwatchers with binoculars and telescope, Titchwell RSPB Reserve, Norfolk, England, September

Fly fishing for trout in freshwater loch, Loch a Chnuic, Abernethy Forest, Strathspey, Cairngorms N. P
Fly fishing for trout in freshwater loch, Loch a Chnuic, Abernethy Forest, Strathspey, Cairngorms N.P. Highlands, Scotland, June

Birdwatchers in hide beside screen, Titchwell RSPB Reserve, Norfolk, England, September

Historical satire, historical artwork C013 / 7699
Historical satire. Historical cartoon by P. Chenu entitled Les hommes en mignatures, satirising the human pleasures of smoking, drinking, and card playing, using a group of monkeys

Sand dunes behind tourist beach with sunloungers and beach umbrellas, Muro, Alcudia, Majorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, September

Shadows of beach umbrellas and tourists on sandy beach, Muro, Alcudia, Majorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, September

Pride of the Zambezi tourist houseboat, moored on river, Chobe River, Chobe N. P. Botswana, July
Pride of the Zambezi tourist houseboat, moored on river, Chobe River, Chobe N.P. Botswana, July

Wildlife photographers on boat, silhouetted at sunset, Chobe River, Chobe N. P. Botswana, July
Wildlife photographers on boat, silhouetted at sunset, Chobe River, Chobe N.P. Botswana, July

Walker walking on boardwalk across coastal moorland to reserve, Hermaness National Nature Reserve, Unst, Shetland Islands, Scotland, June

Birdwatcher with telescope overlooking marshland,s Albufera De Mallorca Natural Park, Muro and Sa Pobla, Majorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, September

Birdwatchers overlooking coastline, Ellins Tower, South Stack Lighthouse, RSPB South Stack Cliffs, Anglesey, Wales, may

Birdwatchers overlooking seabird nesting colony on cliffs, Hermaness National Nature Reserve, Unst, Shetland Islands, Scotland, June

Ballooning, hot-air balloons over savannah habitat, Masai Mara, Kenya, August

Photography David Hosking photographing Turret Arch - Utah

Walker passing through wildflower meadow, near Long Marston, Hertfordshire, England, may

Birdwatching Derek Moore using a Nikon Telescope

Sailing boat on open water beside reedbed, Hickling Broad, River Thurne, The Broads N. P. Norfolk, England, march
Sailing boat on open water beside reedbed, Hickling Broad, River Thurne, The Broads N.P. Norfolk, England, march

Group of walkers in woodland, near Eartham, West Sussex, England, november

Sports & Pastimes Balloning - Shadow of balloon over farmland

Cycle path in city, Limehouse, Tower Hamlets, London, England, september

The New Island Mere hide at RSPB Minsmere, bird photographs photographing bittern well hidden in reed beds

Three tour boats, queueing up to take birdwatchers out to islands, Farne Islands, Northumberland, England, may

Maid of the Mist tour boat with tourists viewing waterfall, Horseshoe Falls, Niagara Falls, Niagara River, Ontario, Canada, august

Sports & Pastimes Falconry / Pakistan Falconer holding Goshawk riding a horse / with trainers

Painting & Sketching Michael Warren, Artist sketching / Tanzania

Group of walkers, members of Chiltern Society, walking along footpath in farmland, near Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire, England, february

Birdwatchers walking on boardwalk towards hide in coastal wetland, Island Mere Hide, Minsmere RSPB Reserve, Suffolk, England, february

Falconry, falconer releasing Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus) juvenile, to hunt game, England, january

Two ramblers, walking on eroded path in upland habitat, Derwent Valley, Peak District, Derbyshire, England, march

Sports & Pastimes - Falconery / falconer with Goshawk / Pakistan

Rambles in South Devon - 1930s
Front cover of a guide to rambling in South Devon showing a couple enjoying a rest amid open skies and a patchwork quilt of fields, with the sea and coastline just visible beyond. Date: c.1935

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

Bystander masthead design, 1927 - Fishing
Illustration on the front cover of The Bystander featuring a woman fishing, probably somewhere in the North of England or Scotland

An Oar-Some Thought by Leo Cheney
A couple relax together in a boat, despite being oar-less. Date: 1927

Pick-a-back
Children playing a traditional game, from a postcard series of games and pastimes. Date: 1904

Out for a trip
Children enjoying a rideon the sea in a rowing boat, from a postcard series of games and pastimes. Date: 1904

Gee-Up
Child riding on a donkey being steadied by his mother, from a postcard series of games and pastimes. Date: 1904

Battledore
From a postcard series of games and pastimes. Date: 1904

The Military Band
Children playing musical instruments, from a postcard series of games and pastimes. Date: 1904

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"Exploring the Delights of Pastimes: From Little Miss Natty Fingers to Football" Step into a world where they were cherished and enjoyed, as we delve into an array of captivating activities that have stood the test of time. In Muriel Dawson's enchanting painting, "Little Miss Natty Fingers, " we witness the beauty and skill of a young girl engrossed in her needlework, showcasing the artistry that can be found in even the simplest hobbies. Traveling from Tarland, Aberdeenshire, on a long run necessitates thorough clean-up for this 1925 steam engine named Hielan Laddie. The dedication and care put into maintaining such magnificent machinery is truly admirable. Polo enthusiasts will appreciate Higgins' insightful book titled "Polo - Its Social Aspect, " which delves into not only the sport itself but also its cultural significance. It highlights how they are bring people together, forging connections beyond mere competition. Fly fishing takes us to South Uist in the Outer Hebrides, where anglers seek out Brown Trout with their rods and fly boxes. This serene activity allows one to connect with nature while honing their skills as they patiently wait for that perfect catch. Battledore & shuttlecock brings back memories of childhood games played in gardens or on sandy beaches; Susan Beatrice Pearse's depiction captures both joy and concentration as players keep the shuttlecock aloft using wooden paddles. Transport yourself back to 1958 when Popeye excitedly positions himself at a traction engine rally. The nostalgia surrounding these events reminds us how pastimes evolve over time yet still hold immense appeal for enthusiasts across generations. Victorian Silhouettes by H. L Oakley transports us further back in time, offering glimpses into leisurely pursuits during an era known for its elegance and refinement. These intricate silhouettes capture moments frozen in time—scenes that speak volumes about the pastimes of yesteryears.