Waterloo Cup Collection

The Altcar Coursing Meeting, running for the Waterloo Cup (engraving)
1106435 The Altcar Coursing Meeting, running for the Waterloo Cup (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Altcar Coursing Meeting)

Hare coursing: Fullerton and Fitzfife competing in the final round of the Waterloo Cup, Great Altcar, Lancashire
6014303 Hare coursing: Fullerton and Fitzfife competing in the final round of the Waterloo Cup, Great Altcar, Lancashire, 1892 (litho) by English School

The Altcar Meeting, some of the Competitors for the Waterloo Cup at Exercise (engraving)
1038933 The Altcar Meeting, some of the Competitors for the Waterloo Cup at Exercise (engraving) by Charlton, John (1849-1917) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Altcar Meeting)

The Waterloo Cup (b / w photo)
1593378 The Waterloo Cup (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Waterloo Cup. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 2 March 1901)

Winner of the Waterloo Cup, Fabulous Fortune, the Property of Messers Fawcett (b / w photo)
1605107 Winner of the Waterloo Cup, Fabulous Fortune, the Property of Messers Fawcett (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Winner of the Waterloo Cup)

Thoughtless Beauty, the Winner of the Waterloo Cup (b / w photo)
1628004 Thoughtless Beauty, the Winner of the Waterloo Cup (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thoughtless Beauty, the Winner of the Waterloo Cup)

Mr G F Fawcetts "Farndon Ferry, "Winner of the Waterloo Cup, 1902 (b / w photo)
1629428 Mr G F Fawcetts " Farndon Ferry, " Winner of the Waterloo Cup, 1902 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Sketches at the Waterloo Coursing Meeting, Altcar, near Liverpool (engraving)
1626293 Sketches at the Waterloo Coursing Meeting, Altcar, near Liverpool (engraving) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at the Waterloo Coursing Meeting, Altcar)

The Waterloo Cup (engraving)
1616341 The Waterloo Cup (engraving) by Dadd, S.T. (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Waterloo Cup)

The Dog Derby, the Trials for the Waterloo Cup (engraving)
1043997 The Dog Derby, the Trials for the Waterloo Cup (engraving) by Dadd, S.T. (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dog Derby, the Trials for the Waterloo Cup)

The Waterloo Cup meeting, "A Rare Handful"(litho)
1039382 The Waterloo Cup meeting, " A Rare Handful" (litho) by Dadd, S.T. (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Waterloo Cup meeting, " A Rare Handful")

The Waterloo Cup, coursing at Lydiate, Second day (engraving)
1604581 The Waterloo Cup, coursing at Lydiate, Second day (engraving) by Aldin, Cecil Charles Windsor (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Waterloo Cup, coursing at Lydiate, Second day)

The Waterloo Cup, Notes at Altcar (engraving)
1047108 The Waterloo Cup, Notes at Altcar (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Waterloo Cup, Notes at Altcar)

Fullerton, the Winner of the Waterloo Cup (engraving)
1614730 Fullerton, the Winner of the Waterloo Cup (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fullerton, the Winner of the Waterloo Cup)

The Waterloo Cup (Coursing), 1892, manufactured by Messers Mappin Brothers (engraving)
1604063 The Waterloo Cup (Coursing), 1892, manufactured by Messers Mappin Brothers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Waterloo Cup (Coursing), 1892

The Duke of Leeds hounds, 1911. Creator: Maud Earl
The Duke of Leeds hounds, 1911. Runners-up in Waterloo Cup 1898-1900: Lavishly Clothed 1900; Lapal 1899; Lang Syne 1898. Greyhounds which competed in hare coursing

Dog Cart
February 1922: Luxury transport for Mr Hales greyhounds at the Waterloo Cup coursing event at Altcar, near Liverpool. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Waterloo Cup
March 1924: Participants in the Waterloo Cup competition on Mah-a-Buacaill course. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

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"The Waterloo Cup: A Historic Hare Coursing Event that Captivated the Masses" Step back in time to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, where the prestigious Waterloo Cup took center stage in the world of hare coursing. This captivating event brought together competitors from far and wide, showcasing their skills and determination on the fields of Great Altcar, Lancashire. In 1892, Fullerton and Fitzfife found themselves locked in a fierce battle during the final round of the Waterloo Cup. The litho print captures this intense moment, immortalizing their pursuit for victory. Similarly, an engraving titled "The Altcar Meeting" showcases some of the talented participants exercising before their exhilarating races. Fabulous Fortune emerged triumphant as winner of the Waterloo Cup in one black-and-white photograph. Owned by Messers Fawcett, this remarkable greyhound left spectators awestruck with its speed and agility. Another monochrome image features Thoughtless Beauty proudly posing as she claimed her well-deserved victory at this renowned event. Throughout its history, notable winners like Farndon Ferry made headlines at the Waterloo Cup. In a striking black-and-white photo from 1902, Mr G F Fawcett's champion hound stands tall as a testament to his exceptional abilities on coursing grounds. Engravings depicting sketches from various meetings provide a glimpse into life surrounding these thrilling events held near Liverpool. The atmosphere was electric as crowds gathered to witness coursing excellence unfold before their eyes. Not limited to just hare coursing competitions alone, illustrations capture other fascinating aspects such as "The Dog Derby, " which served as trials for future Waterloo Cups. Additionally, lithographs like "A Rare Handful" showcase scenes from bustling gatherings during these iconic meets. Lydiate became another venue for coursing enthusiasts seeking excitement at second-day events during The Waterloo Cup meeting.