Verity Collection

The 1934 Test Match at Lords: Verity wins the game
Verity winning the match for England, sending down a ball to Woodfall, the Australian captain. On the third day of the second test match

Nettlefolds patent pointed screws, from Verity Electrical Supplies, Aston, Birmingham. 1903

H. Verity after Englands 1934 Test Match victory
Hedley Verity (1905-1943), cricketer, resting in his hotel in London with a newspaper after Englands victory against Australia at the 1934 Test Match

The King with the English cricket team
King George V, accompanied by Lord Cromer, President of the M.C.C and Mr. R.E.S Wyatt, the captain, shakes hands with the English cricke players at Lord s. Left to right are:- Mr. C.F Walters, H

A Royal Divorce, a Story of Waterloo, by W G Wills, first produced at the Avenue Theatre, Sunderland, 1 May and the Olympic Theatre, 10 September 1891

Early telephones, Verity Electrical Supplies
Early telephones from Verity Electrical Supplies, Aston, Birmingham. 1903

The Empire, Leicester Square
This artwork shows The Empire, a variety theatre house in Leicester Square, London. The building was originally built in 1884 for theatre until 1927

Hedley Verity bowling, F Chester as umpire
Yorkshire and England cricketer Hedley Verity bowling, F. Chester as umpire Date: circa 1930s

Don Bradman bowled by Verity at Lords
Australian Cricketer Don Bradman bowled by Verity at Lords in 1938, Ames keeping wicket Date: 1938

Lightning conductors and fittings, elevation rods, roof saddles and points, from Verity Electrical Supplies, Aston, Birmingham. 1903

Fairyland illumination devices and electric signs, from Verity Electrical Supplies, Aston, Birmingham. 1903

Hedley Verity, Yorkshire County and England cricketer. Date: 1934

Architecture for the Cinema Palace at Shepherds Bush, c1935. Creator: Yerbury
Architecture for the Cinema Palace at Shepherds Bush, c1935. Shepherds Bush Pavilion in west London was built as a cinema in 1923

Old style telephone. 1903

Englands test match victory: Verity and Bowes
The hero of Englands victorious match: Verity(right), the Yorkshire slow left handed bowler, who took 15 wickets for 104, with Bowes, who took 4 wickets

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"Verity: A Legend on and off the Cricket Pitch" In the summer of 1934, at the hallowed grounds of Lords, a Test Match unfolded that would etch Hedley Verity's name in cricketing history. With his exceptional bowling skills, Verity led England to a resounding victory against their rivals. The crowd erupted in cheers as he claimed wickets with precision and finesse. Amidst this triumph, another significant event was taking place – Nettlefolds introduced their revolutionary patent pointed screws. These small yet mighty inventions were changing the way things were held together, just like how Verity's skillful deliveries dismantled opposition batsmen. After securing England's victory, Verity found himself in esteemed company when he met King George V alongside his fellow cricketers. It was an unforgettable moment for him and a testament to his prowess on the field. Beyond cricket, Verity had other interests too. He ventured into electrical supplies and became associated with early telephones through Verity Electrical Supplies. His passion for innovation extended to lightning conductors and fittings as well as Fairyland illumination devices and electric signs – illuminating not only stadiums but also people's lives. While excelling in sports and business endeavours, Verity remained connected to arts and culture too. "A Royal Divorce: A Story of Waterloo, " written by W. G Wills, made its debut at Avenue Theatre during this time – showcasing Verity's diverse tastes beyond cricket. As we reminisce about this remarkable individual who left an indelible mark on both sport and society alike, let us remember Hedley Verity - Yorkshire County legend turned national hero whose legacy continues to shine brightly even today.