Diaries, 1920-1928 and separate summer tour diaries, 1925-1926; two photograph albums, 1920s; correspondence, 1917-1985; Cyclists' Touring Club membership letters from 1920 and certificates, 1929-1956; passport, issued 1923; cycling certificates, 1923-1926; 'The Second Patterson Book' and 'The Route des Alpes' booklet.
Papers of A. W. Kempson (1902-1976), cyclist
This material is held atModern Records Centre, University of Warwick
- Reference
- GB 152 NCA 54
- Former Reference
- GB 152 NCA/54
- Dates of Creation
- 1920-1985
- Name of Creator
- Language of Material
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 box
Scope and Content
Administrative / Biographical History
Archibald William Kempson (1902-1976), civil servant and cyclist, was a member of the Essex Roads Cycling Club and life member of the Cyclists' Touring Club from 1948. This archive reflects his enthusiasm for cycling in the 1920s.
Access Information
This collection is available to researchers by appointment at the Modern Records Centre, University of Warwick. See https://www2.warwick.ac.uk/services/library/mrc/using/
Acquisition Information
This collection was deposited in the Centre by the family of A. W. Kempson, 18 April 2006.
Other Finding Aids
Link to full catalogue: https://mrc-catalogue.warwick.ac.uk/records/NCA/1/33
Conditions Governing Use
There are no restrictions on the use of this archive, apart from the requirements of copyright law.
Accruals
Further deposits are not expected.