FAQs
We have put together a list of frequently asked questions on this page. This list is updated regularly and is based on real questions which have been asked in the past.
What are the aims of the archive?
Please see our our about section which explains our aims and objectives.
Is the archive a registered charity?
We are indeed a charity, receiving UK charity status in April 2020. Our charity number is 1189116.
Full details can be found on the Charity Commission website.
Is the archive open to the public?
Yes, the archive is open to visitors by appointment. Please contact us via the contact us page.
Do you sell copies of adverts?
We occasionally end up with duplicate adverts which we sell on to raise funds for the archive. At present we do this on ebay but are working towards setting up our own online shop on the website.
Visitors to the archive are able to peruse and buy adverts while they are here.
I am looking to buy adverts on a specific subject can you help?
If you drop us an email with your requirements we can keep a look out for items for you and let you know when we find anything. When we find an item we think may interest you we will email you with details (no obligation to buy).
Can you provide digital copies of adverts?
Yes, we often supply adverts for use on websites, in books or magazine articles.
Depending on use this can be a free service but please contact us via email for more information.
Can you carry out research on my behalf?
We can, subject to staff availability. We do charge for this service but please contact us via email for more information.
I have spare time, am interested in what you do at the archive and would like to volunteer. How can I do this?
Just go to the Support Us section and fill in the form. Once received we will get in touch with you.
There are a huge number of activities involved in running the archive and here is a list of just some of the jobs our volunteers do:
Sorting and preparing magazines for cataloguing.
Entering items into the collection database.
Scanning and databasing adverts into the adverts database.
Scanning and databasing adverts into the transport photograph database.
Working on the historic vehicle team to prepare and run our small collection of vehicles. Our current project is a 1954 BSA Bantam motorbike.
Helping build new shelving to house the ever growing collection.
Helping maintain the building and collection.
Working on the fund raising team
It isn’t all work though and our volunteers meet up socially at the archive as well.