Stour Collection (#2)

Picture No. 10983555
Algae on water surface River Stour, Longham, Dorset, UK Date:

Barges on the Stour at Flatford Lock, with Dedham Church, 1811. John Constable (1776-1837) English landscape painter. River Stour, Suffolk, England

Stourport-on-Severn from above the bridge. On left where many masts are shown, is the entrance to the Staffordshire and Worcester Canal

Poor Priests Hospital Canterbury

Sea Scouts on St Georges Day parade
Sea Scouts in Newbold on Stour, Warwickshire, taking part in a St Georges Day parade. circa 1960s

Groveferry, Kent - The Ferry
Grove Ferry (Kent, England) took its name from a hand-drawn ferry that crossed the River Great Stour, shown here in this early 20th century postcard photograph

Yachting on the Stour
A small yacht on the River Stour, Essex, England. Date: 1930s

England / River Stour
An early Spring view of the River Stour at Corfe Mullen, Dorset, England. Date: 1960s

Coastal Sailing Barges
The coastal sailing barges Marjorie, Millie and Saltcote Belle, on the River Stour Estuary, near Harwich, Essex, England. Date: 1950s

View of lowland river habitat at sunset, River Stour, Dedham Vale, Essex, England, june

Knot (Calidris canutus) and Black-tailed Godwit (Limosa limosa) flock, winter plumage, roosting at high tide in river habitat, River Stour, Essex, England, january

Common Shelduck (Tadorna tadorna) adult female, bathing on water, River Stour, Essex, England, january

Three species of Duckweed (Lemnaceae)
Three species of Duckweed floating at the edge of the River Stour in Dorset.Duckweed (Lemnaceae) are tiny floating plants that form green carpets on the surface of fresh water.Greater Duckweed

Poor Priests Hospital, Canterbury, Kent
View of the Poor Priests Hospital on what is now Stour Street in Canterbury, Kent, dating back to the 12th century. In 1727, the building was adopted for use as the citys workhouse. It is now a museum

Lady Sailor
A stylish young woman mops the deck of her boat, moored on the banks of the River Stour, England, getting it ready for a spot of Easter sailing!

Willie Lotts House, Flatford, Essex, England, a picturesque 16th century cottage on a backwater of the River Stour, the subject of a famous (1810) painting by John Constable

The Weavers House on the River Stour, Canterbury, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Christchurch Priory and River Stour, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Plants and mudflats, River Stour, Essex, England, United Kingdom, Europe

River Stour, Essex, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Horse Drawn Excursion
Excursionists prepare to set off from Bournemouth on a ten- mile (16 km) excursion to the Stour valley in a horse-drawn carriage

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Discover the enchanting beauty of Stourhead, nestled in the heart of Wiltshire. Immerse yourself in its breathtaking landscapes and be captivated by the serenity it offers. Transport yourself to Stratford St Mary from the Coombs, as depicted by John Constable's masterpiece. Let his artistry transport you back in time to a quaint village surrounded by nature's splendor. Indulge your senses at Christchurch Priory, where pleasure boats gracefully glide along the tranquil River Stour. Lose yourself in this idyllic scene and let your worries drift away with each passing wave. Witness the harmony between man and nature at Sturminster Newton Mill, standing proudly beside the meandering River Stour. Experience a glimpse into England's rich history as you marvel at this magnificent structure. Step off at Wimborne railway station and embark on an adventure through Dorset's charming countryside. Explore picturesque villages that seem frozen in time, like something out of a 1940s postcard from Sandwich or Dedham. Travel back even further to Shipston on Stour during the early 1900s, where life moved at a slower pace amidst scenic surroundings. Marvel at how much has changed while appreciating how some things remain timeless. Journey to Canterbury, Kent, where The Weavers stand tall against the backdrop of River Stour. Allow their presence to remind you of centuries-old traditions woven into every corner of this historic city. Take a leisurely punt down Canterbury's River Stour and immerse yourself in its tranquility. Let go of all distractions as you soak up nature's symphony surrounding you - an experience that will stay with you forever. In Westgate Gardens, Canterbury reveals one of its hidden gems - an oasis amidst urban life. Ethel Davies captured its essence perfectly in her photograph from 2009; reminding us that beauty can always be found if we take a moment to look.