Overhead flat-lay of vintage safety posters spread across a dark wooden surface, featuring bold mid-century illustrations in muted reds, yellows, and teals with hand-drawn characters and typography

New Images

Recently added prints from the RoSPA Collection, including fresh Tufty adventures and striking safety-themed artwork.

22 images in total
Vintage safety poster illustration of a worker slipping on a factory floor, rendered in muted ochre and slate tones

Horseplay, Fools' Play

Vintage road safety poster of a dog on a lead near a street, in warm sepia and cream tones

Keep Your Dog on a Lead

Tufty the badger with a bonfire night scene, illustrated in deep navy and glowing orange hues

Tufty on Bonfire Night

Workplace safety poster demonstrating correct lifting technique, in muted industrial greens and browns

Lift Right

The Tufty Club membership poster with cheerful woodland characters, in soft greens and warm amber

The Tufty Club

Greetings from Tufty postcard-style poster with badger illustration, in vintage cream and forest green

Greetings From Tufty

Tufty Christmas greetings poster with festive holly accents, in rich red and pine green

Tufty Christmas

Dramatic fire safety poster with bold red and black graphic composition

Fire Raiser

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Many of the newest additions feature Tufty the Badger and his friends. Browse the full Tufty category for classic adventures including Policeman Badger and the Furry Folk.

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The RoSPA collection offers a fascinating glimpse into twentieth-century public safety campaigns, preserving artwork that once appeared in schools, factories, and community halls across Britain. These vintage posters combine bold graphic design with clear, memorable messaging, making them as visually striking today as when they first appeared. The collection spans workplace safety, road awareness, child welfare, and public accident prevention, each piece reflecting the artistic styles and social attitudes of its era. By bringing these historic designs into modern homes and offices as quality prints, the collection keeps important safety messages alive while celebrating the artistry of mid-century poster design. The distinctive look of these posters adds character to any space.

The newest additions to the gallery feature beloved characters from decades of safety education, with Tufty the Badger taking a prominent role. Tufty first appeared in the 1950s as a friendly face teaching road safety to children, and his adventures with Policeman Badger and the Furry Folk became cherished memories for generations. These newly available images capture Tufty in seasonal scenes, from Bonfire Night safety to Christmas celebrations, alongside classic lessons about keeping dogs on leads and avoiding horseplay. Each illustration carries gentle but important safety guidance wrapped in charming, approachable artwork. These pieces appeal to collectors seeking nostalgia as well as those who appreciate vintage children's illustration at its finest.

Every print in the collection is produced with careful attention to quality, ensuring the original artwork is reproduced faithfully with accurate colours and crisp detail. Buyers can choose from several presentation options to suit their space and style preferences. Unframed prints offer flexibility for those who wish to source their own frames, while framed versions arrive ready to hang with carefully selected mount and frame combinations. Canvas options provide a different texture and finish, giving the vintage artwork a more contemporary feel. Each format is designed to showcase the posters to their best advantage, with sizing options available to fit a range of wall spaces from small accent pieces to larger statement displays.

These vintage safety posters represent more than decorative artwork; they document an important chapter in public health and safety history. The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents has been at the forefront of safety education since its founding, and these posters were a vital tool in spreading awareness before the age of television and digital media. Artists such as Leonard Cusden, Roland Davies, and others created memorable imagery that stuck in the public mind, helping to reduce accidents in workplaces, on roads, and in homes. Owning a piece of this history connects the viewer to a legacy of care and community responsibility that remains relevant today.

The combination of vintage charm and safety messaging makes these posters particularly well-suited for a variety of settings. In workplaces, they add character while subtly reinforcing safety culture. In homes, they spark conversation and bring a nostalgic warmth to kitchens, home offices, or children's rooms. The bold colours, clear typography, and straightforward compositions fit naturally with both modern minimalist interiors and more eclectic, characterful spaces. The prints arrive carefully packaged and delivered to the door, ready to be enjoyed. For those building a collection, the range of available images offers plenty of scope to find pieces that resonate personally, whether through childhood memories, artistic appreciation, or a shared commitment to safety.