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Hobbies Collection (#3)

Background imageHobbies Collection: Local youngsters enjoy new skateboarding equipment at the wheels-based activity centre

Local youngsters enjoy new skateboarding equipment at the wheels-based activity centre Walker Wheels on 27th October 1986

Background imageHobbies Collection: Some skateboard riders prepare for action on the ramp on 17th August 1989

Some skateboard riders prepare for action on the ramp on 17th August 1989

Background imageHobbies Collection: Thrill seekers have found a new way of living dangerously - on the steep slopes of a

Thrill seekers have found a new way of living dangerously - on the steep slopes of a seaside park. Hurtling down a bank at 40 m.p.h. is the latest craze to hit South Shields

Background imageHobbies Collection: Chango the skateboarding Jack Russell Terrier on 13th December 1981

Chango the skateboarding Jack Russell Terrier on 13th December 1981

Background imageHobbies Collection: Mark Howard demonstrates his skateboarding skill to an appreciative audience at West

Mark Howard demonstrates his skateboarding skill to an appreciative audience at West Denton on 4th January 1978

Background imageHobbies Collection: Scott Greenwood on a Snakeboard on 30th August 1994

Scott Greenwood on a Snakeboard on 30th August 1994

Background imageHobbies Collection: Steam traction engines come out of the pits to take part in the events at the North of

Steam traction engines come out of the pits to take part in the events at the North of England Steam Traction Engine Rally at Thornaby on 11th June 1960

Background imageHobbies Collection: Into the arena come some of the mighty steam giants at the steam traction engine rally

Into the arena come some of the mighty steam giants at the steam traction engine rally near Chester-le-Street on 10th July 1971

Background imageHobbies Collection: Tom Weatherell with his vintage 10-ton steam roller Resolution on 26th March 1978

Tom Weatherell with his vintage 10-ton steam roller Resolution on 26th March 1978

Background imageHobbies Collection: A vintage 1947 steam roller being restored by Joe Shiel, left

A vintage 1947 steam roller being restored by Joe Shiel, left, and Malcolm Alexander at Walker Middle Street School on 7th March 1988

Background imageHobbies Collection: The traction engine Repulse making her way to High Haswell Farm, Haswell on 15th October

The traction engine Repulse making her way to High Haswell Farm, Haswell on 15th October, 1953

Background imageHobbies Collection: A taste of nostalgia as one of the engines that is appearing at the Corbridge Steam Rally

A taste of nostalgia as one of the engines that is appearing at the Corbridge Steam Rally trundles over the lovely old stone bridge across the Tyne at Corbridge on 12th June 1988

Background imageHobbies Collection: Redcar Steel Gala on 5th July 1986. Queing up

Redcar Steel Gala on 5th July 1986. Queing up... a popular attraction at the gala proved to be this 1913 Burrel Showmans Engine, owned by Richard Preston of Prestons of Potto near Northallerton

Background imageHobbies Collection: This traction engine steam roller is taking people for a ride in a trailer on 19th May

This traction engine steam roller is taking people for a ride in a trailer on 19th May 1973

Background imageHobbies Collection: Small is beautifull... Richard Doran (left) makes final adjustments to his miniature

Small is beautifull... Richard Doran (left) makes final adjustments to his miniature traction engine with the help of mechanic Ray Stephens, at Meadowfield Vintage Rally on 19th June 1988

Background imageHobbies Collection: A little girl watching a fairground orgon at the Vintage Car

A little girl watching a fairground orgon at the Vintage Car and Steam Engine show at Corbridge on 12th June 1994

Background imageHobbies Collection: Most drivers prefer to wait for the weekend before letting off steam

Most drivers prefer to wait for the weekend before letting off steam. But not Malcolm Bell

Background imageHobbies Collection: Tractors line up at the Vintage Car and Steam Engine Show at Corbridge on 12th June 1994

Tractors line up at the Vintage Car and Steam Engine Show at Corbridge on 12th June 1994

Background imageHobbies Collection: Full steam ahead for a traction engine rally, are Mr H Beethorpe

Full steam ahead for a traction engine rally, are Mr H Beethorpe and his partner in Princess Royal on 13th June 1958

Background imageHobbies Collection: A steam roller lying derelict in Longbenton, Newcastle on 20th February 1966

A steam roller lying derelict in Longbenton, Newcastle on 20th February 1966

Background imageHobbies Collection: One of the Northumberland County Councils fleet of Steam Rollers on 16th February

One of the Northumberland County Councils fleet of Steam Rollers on 16th February 1976

Background imageHobbies Collection: A Fowler traction engine on 15th June 1979 being taken through its paces by Mr Hubert

A Fowler traction engine on 15th June 1979 being taken through its paces by Mr Hubert Nixon, President of the South tyne Traction Engine Society on a field at Anick Grange Farm near Hexham

Background imageHobbies Collection: The traction engine Dreadnaught being use to power a fairground organ on 10th June 1966

The traction engine Dreadnaught being use to power a fairground organ on 10th June 1966

Background imageHobbies Collection: Auctioneers receptionist Janice Coulthard admires some of the model steam

Auctioneers receptionist Janice Coulthard admires some of the model steam and traction engines on 26th July 1985, made by former pit electrician and lifelong modelmaker Ron Ibbertson

Background imageHobbies Collection: There was a ceremonial tear-up of L-plates on 3rd October 1967 when Mr John

There was a ceremonial tear-up of L-plates on 3rd October 1967 when Mr John Arnott Brown passed his driving test on a 15-ton steam roller

Background imageHobbies Collection: The traction engine Providence on 19th August 1965

The traction engine Providence on 19th August 1965

Background imageHobbies Collection: Richard Doran steaming ahead on his miniature traction engine at Durham

Richard Doran steaming ahead on his miniature traction engine at Durhams Vintage Rally on 20th June 1988

Background imageHobbies Collection: Full steam ahead as this engine is put in trim for the North of England Steam Traction

Full steam ahead as this engine is put in trim for the North of England Steam Traction Societys rally at Chester-le-Street on 6th July 1968

Background imageHobbies Collection: The traction engine The Iron Maiden at Sunderland on 19th August 1992

The traction engine The Iron Maiden at Sunderland on 19th August 1992

Background imageHobbies Collection: A school project really got rolling in Newcastle on 28th November 1986

A school project really got rolling in Newcastle on 28th November 1986. With Paul Hilditch of Walker School at the wheel as (left to right) Sapper Henry Leadbitter, Sgt

Background imageHobbies Collection: William Marshall, division inspector for weights and measure, Hexham gives George Ryerley

William Marshall, division inspector for weights and measure, Hexham gives George Ryerley, of Walton Hall, Stamfordham an envelope with the weight of his steam roller Highland Lass on 2nd June 1972

Background imageHobbies Collection: Back on the tracks this replica of the Rocket which attended the Rainhill trilas at

Back on the tracks this replica of the Rocket which attended the Rainhill trilas at
Back on the tracks

Background imageHobbies Collection: Some old steam rollers lying in wait to be renovated on 4th February 1961

Some old steam rollers lying in wait to be renovated on 4th February 1961

Background imageHobbies Collection: Company director Mr Charles Glenn has achieved his lifelong ambition - he has bought

Company director Mr Charles Glenn has achieved his lifelong ambition - he has bought and 11-ton traction engine on 24th March 1964

Background imageHobbies Collection: The Busy Bee, with his owner, Dr J L Middlemiss, of Bellingham at the controls

The Busy Bee, with his owner, Dr J L Middlemiss, of Bellingham at the controls, takes the road for Lambton Park, Chester-le-Street, on 3rd July 1957 where a Traction Engine Rally is being held

Background imageHobbies Collection: George Byerley on 7th May 1986 with his Marshall twin cylinder portable

George Byerley on 7th May 1986 with his Marshall twin cylinder portable steam engine which is driving a Ransomes heavy duty threshing machine which in turn is driving a Jones wire bailer

Background imageHobbies Collection: Margaret Younger, of Birtley, shows her skill at the wheel at a display held by the North

Margaret Younger, of Birtley, shows her skill at the wheel at a display held by the North of England Steam Traction Engine Society at Dunkirk Farm, Birtley, on 9th June 1962

Background imageHobbies Collection: Traction engine mad John Bainbridge who is hoping to restore this steam engine to its

Traction engine mad John Bainbridge who is hoping to restore this steam engine to its full glory on 22nd May 1995

Background imageHobbies Collection: To a casual passer-by a small area off the village square in Newbottle, County Durham

To a casual passer-by a small area off the village square in Newbottle, County Durham, looks like a steam rollers graveyard on 4th February 1964

Background imageHobbies Collection: The Busy Bee Traction Engine on 3rd July 1957 on its way to Lambton Park

The Busy Bee Traction Engine on 3rd July 1957 on its way to Lambton Park, Chester-le-Street where a Traction Engine Rally is being held

Background imageHobbies Collection: A little boy trying our a miniature tractor on show among the traction engines at

A little boy trying our a miniature tractor on show among the traction engines at the Vintage Car and Steam Engine Show at Corbridge on 12th June 1994

Background imageHobbies Collection: Angling. A fisherman sits patiently waiting for a bite at Kingsbury Water Park

Angling. A fisherman sits patiently waiting for a bite at Kingsbury Water Park, North Warwickshire. 27th September 1979

Background imageHobbies Collection: Young boy goes for a spot of fishing at dried out Edgbaston reservoir in Birmingham

Young boy goes for a spot of fishing at dried out Edgbaston reservoir in Birmingham during the summer heatwave of 1976. 9th August 1976

Background imageHobbies Collection: Trainspotters at railway station making notes on one of the steam locomotives, April 1961

Trainspotters at railway station making notes on one of the steam locomotives, April 1961

Background imageHobbies Collection: Centenary Celebrations to mark the opening of the Great Western Railway line

Centenary Celebrations to mark the opening of the Great Western Railway line, November 1954

Background imageHobbies Collection: Rock and Roll dancers jiving on the dance floor at a Jerry Lee Lewis concert at

Rock and Roll dancers jiving on the dance floor at a Jerry Lee Lewis concert at the Mayfair Ballroom on 14th February 1980

Background imageHobbies Collection: American police enthusiast John Hayes wearing the uniform of LA City Police officer

American police enthusiast John Hayes wearing the uniform of LA City Police officer and white helmet as he goes for a ride on his Harley Davidson motorcycle. May 1977

Background imageHobbies Collection: Battle re-enactments - Members of the English Civil War Society as The Roundheads

Battle re-enactments - Members of the English Civil War Society as The Roundheads and Cavaliers battle it out at Warkworth Castle, in Northumberland 7 August 1994

Background imageHobbies Collection: Mr Bob Butler has seen young boxers come and go at Arnold Lodge Preparatory School

Mr Bob Butler has seen young boxers come and go at Arnold Lodge Preparatory School, Leamington

Background imageHobbies Collection: Battle re-enactments - Where have all the Royalists gone

Battle re-enactments - Where have all the Royalists gone

Background imageHobbies Collection: Battle re-enactments - The Percy Army surging forward against the Douglas Army during

Battle re-enactments - The Percy Army surging forward against the Douglas Army during the celebrations to commenorate the 600th anniversay of The Battle of Otterburn, in Northumberland 13 August 1988

Background imageHobbies Collection: Battle re-enactments - A battle between the Musketeers and Pikemen of the Kings Army

Battle re-enactments - A battle between the Musketeers and Pikemen of the Kings Army and the Roundheads takes place in Durham Palace Green 12 April 1975

Background imageHobbies Collection: Battle re-enactments - A display of medieval combat at the formal opening of Prudhoe

Battle re-enactments - A display of medieval combat at the formal opening of Prudhoe Castle in Northumberland 22 May 1986

Background imageHobbies Collection: Battle re-enactments - A battle between the Kings Army and the Roundheads 3 May 1981

Battle re-enactments - A battle between the Kings Army and the Roundheads 3 May 1981

Background imageHobbies Collection: Battle re-enactments - Soldiers armed with muskets and pikes as The Roundheads

Battle re-enactments - Soldiers armed with muskets and pikes as The Roundheads and Cavaliers - re-enact the English Civil War at Warkworth Castle in Northumberland 13 August 1989

Background imageHobbies Collection: Battle re-enactments - No, World War Two hasn t broken out again - it

Battle re-enactments - No, World War Two hasn t broken out again - its just the Battle Re-enactment Socity performing at the Ponteland Fair

Background imageHobbies Collection: Battle re-enactments - Members of the English Civil War Society armed with muskets

Battle re-enactments - Members of the English Civil War Society armed with muskets and pikes as The Roundheads and Cavaliers - re-enact the 17th century seige of Tynemouth Castle, in Tynemouth

Background imageHobbies Collection: Battle re-enactments - Members of the Steel Bonets performing at Aydon Castle in

Battle re-enactments - Members of the Steel Bonets performing at Aydon Castle in Northumberland 6 August 1995

Background imageHobbies Collection: Battle re-enactments - A medieval festival at Belsay Hall in Northumberland 9 August 1997

Battle re-enactments - A medieval festival at Belsay Hall in Northumberland 9 August 1997 - The Black Knight defeats yet another opponent during the jousting competiton

Background imageHobbies Collection: Members of Coventry and Rugby Korean karate clubs had a smashing time raising cash for

Members of Coventry and Rugby Korean karate clubs had a smashing time raising cash for the West Midlands Sports Centre for the Disabled

Background imageHobbies Collection: Paul Gascoigne and England teammates Ian Walker (centre

Paul Gascoigne and England teammates Ian Walker (centre) and David Seaman take a break from Euro 96 tournament and enjoy a relaxing time with a spot of fishing. 20th June 1996

Background imageHobbies Collection: Members of Coventry Sea Cadet Corp band admiring the three trophies they won at

Members of Coventry Sea Cadet Corp band admiring the three trophies they won at the Midland Area Sea Cadet band championships at RAF. Henlow

Background imageHobbies Collection: Aston Villa footballer Dennis Mortimer takes a photograph of manager Ron Saunders

Aston Villa footballer Dennis Mortimer takes a photograph of manager Ron Saunders playing golf. 27th June 1979

Background imageHobbies Collection: A Coventry marching band is hoping to take top honours at a national band contest held at

A Coventry marching band is hoping to take top honours at a national band contest held at the Albert Hall tomorrow

Background imageHobbies Collection: More than 60 Allesley residents 'discovered the countryside'

More than 60 Allesley residents "discovered the countryside"
More than 60 Allesley residents " discovered the countryside" by following local footpaths shown to them by Mrs. Molly Gibson, seen here climbing over the stile

Background imageHobbies Collection: Children taking part in the summer holiday play leadership scheme in Leamington enjoy one

Children taking part in the summer holiday play leadership scheme in Leamington enjoy one of the few quiter activities arranged for them - a visit to Leamington junior library

Background imageHobbies Collection: Ramblers raised almost 2, 000 for Snowball by walking just over 10 miles

Ramblers raised almost 2, 000 for Snowball by walking just over 10 miles

Background imageHobbies Collection: Battles often rage in the home of Harry Boraston. He has already enacted the skirmish at

Battles often rage in the home of Harry Boraston. He has already enacted the skirmish at Edge Hill and his latest venture is Waterloo. For Mr

Background imageHobbies Collection: Children fishing for tadpoles and minnows in the village pond at Finchingfield Essex

Children fishing for tadpoles and minnows in the village pond at Finchingfield Essex Circa 1952

Background imageHobbies Collection: The Balck Knight rides into Whitley Bay Football Club and the first person to feel his

The Balck Knight rides into Whitley Bay Football Club and the first person to feel his wrath is Mickey Clifford the manager playing his part in the clubs latest fund-raising fantasy show in July 1981

Background imageHobbies Collection: Coventry Boys Club have moved and more than 100 members spent their first evening

Coventry Boys Club have moved and more than 100 members spent their first evening enjoying their new premises in Whitefriars Lane, Coventry

Background imageHobbies Collection: These youngsters looked everywhere for a place to ride their bikes

These youngsters looked everywhere for a place to ride their bikes, then found it right in the middle of Coventry. Its flat, without too many people and no traffic - the cathedral ruins

Background imageHobbies Collection: Oarsmen from Warwick University were sent to the galleys - to test out the design of an

Oarsmen from Warwick University were sent to the galleys - to test out the design of an ancient Greek warship

Background imageHobbies Collection: A man mowing his lawn with doing a hand stand on the handles of an electrical lawn mower

A man mowing his lawn with doing a hand stand on the handles of an electrical lawn mower September 1976

Background imageHobbies Collection: Fun loving nuns enjoying a game of skipping behind the walls of their convent

Fun loving nuns enjoying a game of skipping behind the walls of their convent, in order to help raise money for restoration of their convent, 7th January 1990

Background imageHobbies Collection: A teenager plays Space Invaders at an amusements arcade in Cardiff June 1981

A teenager plays Space Invaders at an amusements arcade in Cardiff June 1981

Background imageHobbies Collection: Footballer Mick Shannon (left) playing Rodney Marsh at air hockey at The Playboy Club in

Footballer Mick Shannon (left) playing Rodney Marsh at air hockey at The Playboy Club in London watched by glamourous bunnies (left to right) Jill, Julie-Ann, Piri and Eve in January 1973

Background imageHobbies Collection: Michael Dent playing Subbuteo for England in June 1974

Michael Dent playing Subbuteo for England in June 1974

Background imageHobbies Collection: A participant in the annual kite festival at Washington in July 1996

A participant in the annual kite festival at Washington in July 1996. A Sunderland shirt and football

Background imageHobbies Collection: The 2nd Leamington (St. Peter s) Cub Scouts football team in a celebratory mood after

The 2nd Leamington (St. Peter s) Cub Scouts football team in a celebratory mood after beating the 2nd Lillington (Free Church) Cubs 7-nil in a Mid-Warwickshire Cub Scouts cup final at St

Background imageHobbies Collection: The largest and oldest boys club in Sunderland is the Lambton Street boys fellowship

The largest and oldest boys club in Sunderland is the Lambton Street boys fellowship centre where they accept boys from 8 to 18 years of age. In some cases they accept them even younger

Background imageHobbies Collection: Richard Egan Actor circa 1960

Richard Egan Actor circa 1960

Background imageHobbies Collection: Paul Gascoigne out on a fishing trip circa 1990

Paul Gascoigne out on a fishing trip circa 1990

Background imageHobbies Collection: Queen Mother salmon fishing circa 1923

Queen Mother salmon fishing circa 1923



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