Sledging Collection (#6)

The Princess of Wales sledging at Sandringham with her Daughters (engraving)
1050246 The Princess of Wales sledging at Sandringham with her Daughters (engraving) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

In Central Park, New York, c. 1900 (b / w photo)
867575 In Central Park, New York, c.1900 (b/w photo) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

"Twenty Miles an Hour", English Children in Switzerland at Christmas Time (chromolitho)
1054366 " Twenty Miles an Hour", English Children in Switzerland at Christmas Time (chromolitho) by English School

A Scotch Family Robinson and their Holiday on an Island (engraving)
1051944 A Scotch Family Robinson and their Holiday on an Island (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Summer and Winter Sports in Canada (engraving)
1044274 Summer and Winter Sports in Canada (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Summer and Winter Sports in Canada)

Country Sleighing, New England (engraving)
1053299 Country Sleighing, New England (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Country Sleighing, New England)

Toboggin in Canada (engraving)
1057147 Toboggin in Canada (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Toboggin in Canada)

A Bear-Hunting Expedition in Russia (engraving)
1046972 A Bear-Hunting Expedition in Russia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Bear-Hunting Expedition in Russia)

Schools Out, 1882
CH204836 Schools Out, 1882 by Carr, Samuel S. (1837-1908); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright

Sleighing at Boston, US (engraving)
1097964 Sleighing at Boston, US (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sleighing at Boston, US)

Prince Charles on a sledge with Prince Harry while on holiday in Klosters, Switzerland. 5th January 1997

Sarah, The Duchess of York on holiday in Klosters with her daughters Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice, who has chickenpox. January 1992

Children take the slopes of a Bristol park after a fresh fall of snow. 2nd January 1962

Friends pulling their sledges up Sion Hill, Clifton, Bristol. 1st January 1962

Teenager enjoying the snow in a Bristol park 31st December 1961

Sledging on Sion Hill, Clifton, Bristol. 1st January 1962

Snow in Prospect Park, Reading. 9th January 1971

Sledging in Reading. 8th February 1986

Sledging at School, Tracey Douglas is cheered on by schoolmates at Carr Green Junior and Infant School, Rastrick, as they enjoy the snow. 24th January 1990

Snow in Birmingham, children playing. Circa 1965

Youngsters sledge down the snow covered bank stopping only feet off the busy Newcastle - Morpeth Road at Morpeth

Three year old girl Linda Torkington pulls along her 10 month old baby sister Susan in a sledge on the snow clad slopes of Lyme Park in Cheshire after a heavy snowfall January 1960 © Mirrorpix

Children playing in the snow after a heavy fall at Hampstead Heath January 1945

The "multisledge"was among the unusual modes of travel that appeared
The " multisledge" was among the unusual modes of travel that appeared on the slopes at Priory Park, Warwick. With its seven passengers it made a very fast dash to the bottom of the hill

Winter Weather - Snow Scenes 20 February 1986 - Rural scene in Northumberland, a group of youngsters enjoy a sledging session

Toboggaaining over the snow at The Grove, Kenilworth Road, Coventry. 3rd January 1963

Kasin Eriksson, Swedish Childrens nurse seen here playing in the snow. March 1953 D1241

Sledging, Canada, circa 1880s. Date: circa 1880s

Six on a sledge! Date: 1930s

A woman in a red checked outfit travels down a slope on a toboggan. Date: 1910

January, 1628-29. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
January, 1628-29

Snow Hill Island, Antarctic. Emperor Penguin about to toboggan

Three children on a sleigh
Three cute children enjoying a sleigh ride. Date: 20th century

1950s - Young couple having fun on a snowmobile
Illustration showing a couple zooming through the snow on a snow mobile. Date: 1950s

BOY SLEDGING 1842
A happy boy sledges down a hill. Date: 1842

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England, East Sussex, Seaford Head, snow on cliffs with people toboganing

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England, East Sussex, Seaford Head, snow on cliffs with people toboganing

Boys - Sledge - Sledging - (Buxton Impress Mark), Buxton, Derbyshire, England. Date: 1920s

Skating at Sloten, near Amsterdam. Creator: Jan Abrahamsz Beerstraten
Skating at Sloten, near Amsterdam

Red School House (Country Scene), 1858. Creator: George Henry Durrie
Red School House (Country Scene), 1858

Winter on the ice, 1645, (1908). Creator: Unknown
Winter on the ice, 1645, (1908). L Hiver Sur La Glace. People skating and sledging on the ice at Utrecht in Holland. Photogravure after Skaters outside the Pellekussenpoort of Utrecht

Bobsleighing! - three cartoon mice hit the slopes
Bobsleighing! - three cartoon mice (missing their good friend who was away making movies in the States...) hit the slopes. Date: 1922

Sweden - Orebro - Sledging in Oskarsparken (Oskar Park). Date: 1926

Reindeer sledge ride in Sweden, c1928. Creator: Unknown
Reindeer sledge ride in Sweden, c1928. Traditional Sami transport in the far north of Sweden. From " Die Welt in Bildern", (The World in Pictures), cigarette card album, c1928

A Scene on the Ice, c. 1625 (oil on panel)
3428131 A Scene on the Ice, c.1625 (oil on panel) by Avercamp, Hendrik (1585-1634); 39.2x77 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; Dutch, out of copyright

Winter Scene, c. 1650 (oil on panel)
3087110 Winter Scene, c.1650 (oil on panel) by Steen, Jan Havicksz. (1625/26-79); 66x96 cm; Skokloster Castle, Sweden; Dutch, out of copyright

Winter Landscape with Skaters on a Frozen River (oil on panel)
3087034 Winter Landscape with Skaters on a Frozen River (oil on panel) by Neer, Aert van der (1603-77); 28.5x40 cm; Hallwyl Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; Dutch, out of copyright

Winter Scene on the Ice (oil on panel)
3087032 Winter Scene on the Ice (oil on panel) by Goyen, Jan Josephsz van (1596-1656); 38.5x60 cm; Hallwyl Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; Dutch, out of copyright

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"Sledging: A Timeless Winter Tradition" Sledging, a beloved winter pastime, has captured the hearts of people across generations. Whether it's the thrill of racing down snowy slopes or gliding over grassy banks, this exhilarating activity has brought joy to both young and old alike. In 1911, The Tabby Toboggan Club embraced the spirit with their daring adventures. Inspired by Louis Wain's whimsical illustrations and Edward Wilson's captivating artwork in "Sledging, " they embarked on thrilling journeys that would forever be etched in history. From children gleefully sledging down grassy banks to families enjoying an American Homestead Winter filled with laughter and excitement, sledging became a cherished tradition worldwide. It symbolized unity and camaraderie as Lt Henry Bowers, Dr Edward Wilson, and Apsley Cherry-Garrard stood beside their sledge during expeditions. Even in far-flung places like Lapland, Finland, huskies pulled sleighs through snow-covered landscapes. The Royds Barrier sledge party braved treacherous terrains while the Southern sledge party returned triumphant from their icy escapades. The journey began as these brave explorers left HMS Investigator in Mercy Bay under Lieutenant Gurney Cresswell's command. Their determination fueled them through challenging conditions as they ventured into uncharted territories during the Southern sledge journey, not just about conquering nature; it was about embracing its beauty. As sledges glided over hummocky ice formations or gracefully maneuvered around obstacles along frozen paths, adventurers marveled at Mother Nature's wonders. Through photographs capturing these timeless moments of pure bliss and adventure-filled tales passed down through generations, we celebrate the spirit of sledging, and is a reminder that no matter where we come from or what challenges lie ahead - when united by a shared love for winter's wonders, we can create memories that last a lifetime.