Whitcombe Collection

West Dorset DT9 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of West Dorset DT9 4

Harley Motors Limited Car showroom, Epsom Road, Hinton, Esher, Surrey, June 1930 Date: 1930

Harley Motors Limited Garage, Epsom Road, Hinton, Esher, Surrey, June 1930 Date: 1930

The Whitcombe Brothers, Golfers
The Whitcombe brothers, Ernest (1890-1971), Charles (1895-1978) and Reginald (1898-1957). All had careers as professional golfers. Date: circa 1925

Andrea Whitcombe 5000 Metres, Sydney Olympics Sydney Olympic Games Olympic Stadium, Sydney, Sydney, Australia 22 September 2000 Date: 22 September 2000

Anfrea Whitcombe European Cup, Madrid 1996 04 June 1996 Date: 04 June 1996

The Commencement of the Battle of Trafalgar, October 21st 1805
985907 The Commencement of the Battle of Trafalgar, October 21st 1805, 1817 (hand-coloured aquatint) by Whitcombe, Thomas (c.1752-1824) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cutting Out the Hermoine from the Harbour of Porto Cavailo, October 25th 1799, c
1197009 Cutting Out the Hermoine from the Harbour of Porto Cavailo, October 25th 1799, c.1812-1816 (hand-coloured aquatint) by Whitcombe

Ruins discovered, Whitcomb Street, London
Ruins discovered at the corner of Whitcomb Street, near Charing Cross, London, December 1821. 1821

The Battle of Trafalgar, October 21st 1805, 1816 (hand-coloured aquatint)
985800 The Battle of Trafalgar, October 21st 1805, 1816 (hand-coloured aquatint) by Whitcombe, Thomas (c.1752-1824) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battle of Trafalgar)

West Dorset DT2 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of West Dorset DT2 8

The Battle of the Saintes, 12 April 1782. HMS Barfleur attacking the French flagship Ville de Paris, 1783. Private Collection

C A Whitcombe - British Professional Golf Champion
Charles Albert Whitcombe (1895-1978) - British Professional Golf Champion - Crews Hill Golf Club. Captained the Ryder Cup side four times. Date: 1920s

Battle of the Nile, August 1st 1798 (1816). Artist: Thomas Sutherland
The Battle of the Nile, 1st August 1798 (1816). The British fleet under Nelson destroyed the French fleet in Aboukir Bay in a battle fought at night. From J Jenkinss Naval Achievements, 1816

The Battle of Trafalgar, 21st October 1805 (1816). Artist: Thomas Sutherland
The Battle of Trafalgar, 21st October 1805 (1816). A French warship burns fiercely during Nelsons famous victory over the combined French and Spanish fleets. From J Jenkinss Naval Achievements, 1816

The Battle of the Nile, 1st August 1798 (1816). Artist: Bailey
The Battle of the Nile, 1st August 1798 (1816). The British fleet under Nelson destroyed the French fleet in Aboukir Bay in a battle fought at night. From J Jenkinss Naval Achievements, 1816

Battle of Trafalgar, October 21st 1805 (1816). Artist: Thomas Sutherland
Battle of Trafalgar, October 21st 1805 (1816). Scene from the famous naval battle in which Lord Nelson decisively defeated the Spanish and French fleet during the War of the Third Coalition

Sir John Thomas Duckworths action in the Dardanelles, 19 February 1807. Private Collection

The Battle Of Camperdown, c1800. Artist: Thomas Whitcombe
The Battle Of Camperdown, c1800. From International Art: Past and Present by Alfred Yockney. [Virtue & Company, London, c1915]

A Duel Between Brigs, c1817. Artist: Thomas Whitcombe
A Duel Between Brigs, c1817. An engagement between the American brig USS Argus and the British brig HMS Pelican off At Davids Head, Pembrokeshire, Wales, on 14 August 1813

Remember Nelson, c1812. Artist: Thomas Whitcombe
Remember Nelson, c1812. On 13 March 1811, a British squadron engaged with a French and Venetian fleet off the coast of Croatia at the Battle of Lissa

Strachans Action off Ferrol, c1806. Artist: Thomas Whitcombe
Strachans Action off Ferrol, c1806. Richard John Strachan (1760-1828) led the British squadron that, on 4 November 1805, engaged

Capture of the Forte, c1800. Artist: Thomas Whitcombe
Capture of the Forte, c1800. The capture of the French frigate Forte by the British warship HMS Sybille in the Bay of Bengal on 28 February 1799. The captains of both ships were killed in the battle

Victory of Admiral Duncan, c1798. Artist: Thomas Whitcombe
Victory of Admiral Duncan, c1798. The victory of Admiral Adam Duncan (1731-1804) at the Battle of Camperdown on 11 October 1797

Two East Indiamen off a Coast, Thomas Whitcombe, c1850. Artist: Thomas Whitcombe
Two East Indiamen off a Coast, Thomas Whitcombe, c1850. At this time the East India Company still governed India. The company was founded in 1600 to challenge the Dutch

Two East Indiamen off a Coast. At this time the East India Company still governed India. Thomas Whitcombe (c1850) British painter. Oil on canvas

Charles Whitcombe, English golfer
Charles Albert Whitcombe (1895-1981), professional English golfer, seen here at Walton Heath Golf Club on 20 September 1927. Date: 1927

Brokenhurst Manor Silver Jubilee Golf Match
Group photo of golfers gathered for the Brokenhurst Manor Golf Club Silver Jubilee Golf Match, New Forest, Hampshire. They are (from right to left) Captain A E Phillips (Referee), Laurie Ayton

The Thames at Chelsea Signed and dated, lower right: Tho. Whitcomb [?] | 1784"
The Thames at Chelsea Signed and dated, lower right: " Tho. Whitcomb [?] | 1784", Thomas Whitcombe, 1763-after 1824, British

A Ship Running into Harbour with Other Craft at a Jetty Signed and dated, lower left: " T. W. 1788", Thomas Whitcombe, 1763-after 1824, British

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Whitcombe, a name that echoes through history and spans across various fields. From the Harley Motors Limited Car showroom in Hinton to the garage on Epsom Road, it has left its mark in the automotive industry. But it doesn't stop there; the Whitcombe Brothers have also made their presence known as skilled golfers. Located in West Dorset, DT9 4 Map, Whitcombe is not just a place but a symbol of excellence. Charles Whitcombe, an English golfer, has brought glory to this name with his remarkable skills on the green. And let's not forget about Andrea and Anfrea Whitcombe who have undoubtedly contributed their talents to further enhance this legacy. But beyond sports and automobiles lies another facet of Whitcombe's story - one intertwined with historical events. The commencement of the Battle of Trafalgar on October 21st, 1805 holds significance for this name. It was during this battle that heroes emerged and forever etched themselves into history books. Speaking of battles, cutting out the Hermione from Porto Cavailo's harbor on October 25th, 1799 showcases bravery and determination associated with Whitcombes throughout time. These acts demonstrate a spirit unwilling to back down when faced with adversity. Even amidst urban landscapes like London's bustling streets, remnants of ancient ruins discovered on Whitcomb Street remind us that this name carries stories from generations past. It serves as a reminder that our present is built upon layers of history waiting to be uncovered. The Battle of Trafalgar continues to resonate within our collective memory as depicted in hand-coloured aquatints from 1816. This artwork captures both the chaos and heroism witnessed during that fateful day – an everlasting tribute to those who fought under the banner of Whitcombe. So whether you find yourself exploring West Dorset or navigating London's vibrant streets marked by ruins or admiring vintage cars at Harley Motors Limited, remember that Whitcombe is more than just a name.