Vans Collection (page 6)

King Harry Ferry, crossing the River Fal, Cornwall
King Harry Ferry, a chain ferry which crosses the River Fal in Cornwall, roughly halfway between Truro and Falmouth. Date: circa 1950s

Man in a kilt, filling a van up with petrol. Date: circa 1960s

Traffic jam on the A30, West Country. circa 1980s

Luggage on a truck at Jersey Airport, Channel Islands
Luggage on a British United truck, about to be loaded onto an aeroplane at the States of Jersey Airport, Channel Islands. Date: circa 1970s

Loading a plane at Jersey Airport, Channel Islands
Loading an aeroplane on the tarmac at the States of Jersey Airport, Channel Islands. Date: circa 1970s

Traffic on the M5 motorway near Manchester, passing a service station. Date: circa 1960s

Accident in fog and black ice, Marks Tey, Colchester, Essex
Accident in fog and black ice, near Marks Tey, Colchester, Essex, 31 December 1959, in which an Austin van was a write-off but the driver received only minor injuries. Date: 1959

Stanley Bruce Alongside Two Australian Soldiers
Australian High Commissioner Stanley Bruce (left) stands beside two of his compatriots outside the Strand Theatre, London

British Caribbean woman, Hong Kong
British Caribbean woman, walking, back to camera down a built up commercial area in Hong Kong. Cars and vans on the road at the top of the picture

Soho, London - Peter Street and Wardour Street W1
Soho, London - junction of Peter Street and Wardour Street W1, with a delivery van. 1973

Gresham Street and the General Post Office, London. Note the fine depiction of the rank of ready-and-waiting horse-drawn postal vans. Date: 1907

Trying to drive a car off St Ives beach
People trying to drive a car off St Ives beach. circa 1950

Loading Postal Orders, Bank of England, City of London
Loading Postal Orders outside the Bank of England, City of London. 1899

Soho, London - Dean Street W1 - Gargoyle Club and HMV Records. 1973

Soho, London - Brewer Street W1 - fishmongers shop. 1973

Advert for Buick, Red Cross ambulances 1916
Buick were used for emergencies in World War One at the front, with British Red Cross and St Johns on the side of the vehicle Date: 1916

Van and snow plough in the snow
Van in the snow, with a snow plough in action on the A259 (near the south coast of England). Date: 1960s

Dodge van with advertisement for Viyella
Customised Dodge van with advertisement for Viyella clothing. early 20th century

Police officers with dogs, conducting a search, London
A group of police officers, male and female, belonging to the Special Patrol Group, with police dogs, conducting a search. The WPCs are wearing the Norman Hartnell uniform, introduced in 1968

Police officers preparing to conduct a search, London
A group of police officers (including June Paterson, left), belonging to the Special Patrol Group, preparing to conduct a search with the aid of police dogs

Page from a catalogue toy trains and cars 1929
A seletion of British made wooden and polished aluminium trains, cars, vans and cranes. Products available from the Harrods catalogue toy department. Date: 1929

Flight / Maintenance / 1915
Aeroplane repair van. Date: 1915

Photo of Swan and Edgars delivery van
Black and white photograph of a Swan and Edgar delivery van in the Tatler of 10th November 1909. The photo is advertising the use of the new Collier detachable rim which was a revolution in

Delivery drivers, D H Evans, Oxford Street, London
Delivery drivers with their vehicles outside the goods entrance of the D H Evans department store, Oxford Street, London. circa 1910s

Sea front view at Paignton, Devon, with holidaymakers, parked cars, two boating lakes and chalets. Date: 1950s

WW1 - Private and Commercial Vehicles Commandeered - Hyde Park, London. Date: 1914

Old Mill Bakery, Wannock, Polegate, England
Old Mill Bakery, Wannock, Polegate, near Eastbourne, Sussex, England. Showing three vintage horse drawn bakers vans and a motor van. Date: 1910s

Children playing with a van in a Balham street, SW London
Children playing in and around an abandoned van in a Balham street, SW London. Date: circa 1961

Sunbeam motors advertisement, WW1
Advertisement for Sunbeam Motor Car Company of Wolverhampton showing one of their vehicles as a Red Cross ambulance or van during the First World War. Date: 1918

Corona vans and drivers, Chadwell Heath, East London
Corona vans and their drivers in a depot at Chadwell Heath, East London. Corona was a popular brand of soft drinks, delivered regularly to peoples homes. Date: 20th century

Army supply trucks, WW1
The driver of a First World War army supply truck takes a moment to rest and enjoy a cigarette. Accompanied by a quote from Tennyson, And the woodbine spices are wafted abroad. Date: 1916

Head Office of W. H. Smith
Early morning scene outside the head office of W. H. Smith at 186, Strand, London showing carts and vans being loaded up with newspapers for London and the provinces

Woman delivery van driver, WW1
A woman in uniform takes over a traditional male role as the driver of a horse drawn delivery van during the First World War. Date: 1914-1918

First mobile kitchen donation, WW2
The Home Secretary, Herbert Morrison, receiving the keys to the first mobile kitchen from Lord Bennett (Richard Bedford Bennett)

AFS firefighters being served from mobile kitchen, WW2
AFS firefighters being served hot meals from a mobile kitchen presented by the Junior Red Cross of Saskatchewan, Canada. Date: 1940s

Interior of a mobile kitchen, WW2
Interior of a mobile kitchen, looking towards the rear, 25 August 1941. Date: 1941

NFS mobile kitchen in operation, WW2
An NFS (London Region No 5) mobile kitchen in operation, handing out meals to women in uniform. The vehicle was donated by the Canadian Red Cross. Date: 1940s

Refreshment vehicle at Lambeth HQ
Refreshment vehicle at the new Headquarters of the London Fire Brigade, Lambeth, probably during the visit of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth for the opening of the building. Date: 1937

Red Cross motor soup kitchen donated by Burberry s
A motor soup kitchen presented to the Red Cross Society by Messrs. Burberrys of Haymarket in 1915. The vehicle was of a very compact and serviceable design

Two men in a vehicle park, with lorries, cars and vans

NFS fire engines at Wembley
National Fire Service fire engines at Wembley. Date: 1948

Snow Mail Van
An ingenious mail van, fitted with skis to cope with winter snow and adverse weather conditions! Date: early 1930s

Cars and lorry driving along three-lane motorway cutting through countryside

Red truck driving along airfield, airplane visible in background

Mail delivery vehicle driving along narrow country lane

Rental cars, Auckland Airport, North Island, New Zealand - aerial

WILLIAM VANS MURRAY (1760-1803). American politician and statesman. Oil on canvas by Mather Brown, late 18th century

Grands Magasins du Louvre, Department Store, Paris
Les Grands Magasins du Louvre (initially Les Galeries du Louvre), a department store in Paris, France, which was founded in 1855. The inspiration for Emile Zolas Au Bonheur des Dames (1883)

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"Exploring the Charm of Vans Across Europe: From Newgale, Wales to Cork City, Ireland" Embark on a journey through picturesque landscapes and bustling city streets as we delve into the world of vans. Starting in Newgale, Pembrokeshire, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe, where the rugged coastline meets sandy shores - a perfect spot for van enthusiasts to soak up nature's beauty. Moving southwards to St Patricks Street and Bridge in Cork City, Ireland; witness the vibrant energy of this charming city while catching glimpses traversing its historic streets. Further east lies Kings Square (Market Place) Enfield Town in London with its iconic Kings Head Public House - an ideal place for van lovers to revel in British history. Transport yourself back in time with a nostalgic glimpse at a Ford Truck from 1930; an enduring symbol of automotive craftsmanship that has stood the test of time. Meanwhile, across borders in France's Midi-Pyrenees region stands a Citroen 2CV van parked gracefully against the backdrop of Mirepoix's quaint houses - showcasing European elegance at its finest. Venturing into more specialized realms, marvel at NFS fire engines stationed proudly at Wembley; their red exteriors exuding strength and readiness to protect lives and property. Delve even further into history with Parcels Post Van C1870 – a relic from bygone days when postal services were revolutionized by these trusty vehicles. Savoring moments amidst cultural hubs is another aspect that makes vans truly special. Picture yourself enjoying aromatic coffee at Mols Coffee House while admiring artistry displayed within Keetch Gallery located in Exeter’s Devon region. Or take leisurely strolls along The Broadway promenade in West Worthing where vans blend seamlessly with seaside charm. Witnessing newspaper printing come alive is made all the more exciting as delivery vans eagerly await freshly printed copies outside the London Evening News headquarters.