Tricycles Collection (#3)

Man riding cyclo, Hue, Thua Thien-Hue, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Various forms of early bicycle including the Rover Safety, Singer Special Safety, King of Clubs (a penny farthing type), and Tricycles. From The National Encyclopaedia, London, 1880

Beeston Motor Cycles advert
Beeston Motor Cycles, 1896

A portrait of the King George V at Craigweil House, Bognor

Posing with a toy pedal car
Two children, probably a brother and sister pose for the camera with a toy which looks half way between a pedal car and a tricycle

Children on a tricycle
Two adorable children pose for their picture while riding a smart looking tricycle. A little boy in his finest Sunday best outfit takes charge of steering

Women Cyclists in a City, 1892
Engraving showing two women cyclists on their tricycles, pedalling along a busy road. In the background can be seen a hanson cab and a horse-drawn omnibus

Rudges cycles
Advertisement for cycles and tricycles by D. Rudge & Co

James bicycles advertisement
For boy and girls of all ages, the famous James bicycles and tricycles advertisement

Ladies Cycling / 1892
Victorian women out for a cycle on their tricycles

Girl on a Tricycle
A Victorian girl on her tricycle

Starleys Salvo Trike
James Starley, noted cycle inventor, on his Salvo machine

Tricycle Advertisement
An advertisement for Premier and Cruiser tricycles, manufactured by Hillman, Herbert & Cooper of Coventry

Tricycle Cabinet Photo
A French gentleman on his Tricycle

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"Rediscover the Joy of Tricycles: A Journey Through Time and Culture" Step back in time with us as we embark on a captivating journey through the history and allure of tricycles. From their humble beginnings to becoming an iconic mode of transportation, they have captured hearts worldwide. In 1884, Starley Bros. Coventry introduced their revolutionary tandem tricycle, sparking an advertisement frenzy that showcased its unmatched versatility. Meanwhile, in Beijing's Gulou Area, Tuk-tuk drivers skillfully maneuvered their tricycles through bustling streets, providing convenient rides for locals and tourists alike. It also played a pivotal role in leisure activities. The Cyclists Camp at Alexandra Park in London became a hub for enthusiasts to gather and share their passion for cycling on three wheels. In the early 1900s, young boys embraced the freedom offered by tricycles as they zoomed around neighborhoods with infectious laughter filling the air. The Salvo and Omnicycle were pioneers of innovation during this era. These early models from 1881 laid the foundation for future advancements that would shape modern-day tricycles into what we know today. Truly inclusive vehicles, tricycles found purpose beyond recreation too. John A Grooms Crippleage in Clacton-on-Sea provided mobility solutions to those with physical challenges, empowering them to navigate life independently. Fast forward to present times; meet Stefan and Samantha Gates – child models who epitomize joy while posing alongside their mother Jean Gates on a sleek contemporary tricycle. Their radiant smiles embody the timeless appeal these vehicles hold across generations. Advertisements from Hillman Herbert & Cooper Ld further demonstrate how companies recognized both practicality and style when designing new models throughout history. Tricycles evolved not only as reliable means of transport but also as fashion statements reflecting individual personalities. Finally, we meet Mr. R. C. Askew – a dedicated dairyman in Willingham for over three decades.