Longbridge Collection

Press day at the BMC works at Longbridge, Birmingham, West Midlands. Pictured, Patrick Edwards, sitting in the smallest of the BMC cars, leads the parade of new vehicles on show for the first time

ABA light heavyweight champion Jimmy Moran from Redditch with his coach Dennis Jackson. 30th April 1986

Jimmy Moran, aged 23 years, from Redditch, will be boxing in the George Wimpey Senior ABA Boxing Championships. He is a member of the Longbridge Boxing Club at the Longbridge Sports & Soc Club

The Austin Mini car assembly line night shift at Longbridge, Birmingham, West Midlands. 29th September 1967

Morris Minor 1000 Traveller car Date: circa 1965

Morris Minor 1000 Saloon car Date: circa 1965

Photograph of Longbridge Inn, Membury, Devon. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

IAE President Sir Herbert Austin
IAE President, 1930-31, Sir Herbert Austin [created Baron Austin of Longbridge in 1936]. Date: 1931

British Manufacture of motor cars by G. H. Davis 1926
Diagram showing the construction and assemblage of cars at the Austin Motor Company, Longbridge Works at Birmingham. Date: 1926

Press day at the BMC works at Longbridge, Birmingham, West Midlands. October 1967

An employee at the BMC works at Longbridge, Birmingham, West Midlands. October 1967

Employees at the BMC works at Longbridge, Birmingham, West Midlands. October 1967

Ashford TN24 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Ashford TN24 0

Plymouth PL6 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Plymouth PL6 8

Newport NP18 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Newport NP18 1

Warwick CV34 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Warwick CV34 6

UK Maps, BA Bath, BA4 5
BA4 5

Birmingham B31 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Birmingham B31 4

Birmingham B31 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Birmingham B31 2

Metroplitan manufacture at Austins Longbridge plant 1956. Creator: Unknown
Metroplitan manufacture at Austins Longbridge plant 1956

Nazareth House Hostel, Longbridge, Birmingham
The Austin Motor Companys Nazareth House workers hostel at Longbridge, Birmingham. The building was originally established as a care home for the elderly by the Sisters of Nazareth. Date: Date unknown

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Longbridge, a place steeped in automotive history and charm. From the iconic Morris Minor 1000 Traveller car to the sleek Morris Minor 1000 Saloon car, this location has witnessed the birth of many legendary vehicles. But Longbridge is not just about cars; it holds stories of human connection too. The Nazareth House Hostel in Longbridge, Birmingham provided shelter and care for those in need, offering hope and compassion. The Austin Mini car assembly line night shift at Longbridge was a sight to behold - a symphony of precision and dedication as workers crafted these beloved automobiles with meticulous attention to detail. Press day at the BMC works showcased the innovation and craftsmanship that made Longbridge an epicenter of British manufacturing excellence. It was a momentous occasion where industry leaders gathered to witness groundbreaking advancements in automotive technology. Beyond its industrial prowess, it also offered moments of respite. The photograph Inn in Membury, Devon captures a serene countryside retreat where weary travelers could unwind amidst picturesque surroundings. Longbridge owes much of its success to visionaries like IAE President Sir Herbert Austin who revolutionized the automobile industry with his ingenuity and foresight. His legacy lives on through every vehicle that rolled off the production line at this historic site. As we delve into history books like "British Manufacture of motor cars" by G. H Davis from 1926, we gain insight into how far this remarkable place has come since its inception. And let's not forget about its geographical significance - Ashford TN24 0 Map, Plymouth PL6 8 Map, Newport NP18 1 Map all connect us to different corners of Britain but share one common thread: they are all touched by the influence emanating from Longbridge.