Albert Embankment Collection

Balconies, Corniche Building, Albert Embankment, London, England, UK

St Thomas Hospital, Albert Embankment, late c19th (b / w photo)
493428 St Thomas Hospital, Albert Embankment, late c19th (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

St Thomass Hospital on the Albert Embankment (engraving)
1052643 St Thomass Hospital on the Albert Embankment (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Thomass Hospital on the Albert Embankment)

Southwark SE1 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Southwark SE1 7

Weatherboard houses and shops on the Albert Embankment, Lambeth, London, 1900
Weatherboard houses and shops on the corner of Albert Embankment and Upper kennington lane, Lambeth, London, 1900. Shops advertising Beechams Pills, Liptons Tea and other items

Tramlines and vehicles on the Albert Embankment, Lambeth, London, 1909. View south from the junction with Broad Street looking towards Vauxhall, with a tram stop and tram rails in foreground

Tramlines on the Albert Embankment, Lambeth, London, 1909. View north from the junction with Broad Street looking towards Lambeth Palace and Lambeth Bridge, with a tram stop in foreground

Temporary bridge over the River Thames being dismantled, London, 1948. View from the South Bank of one of the London County Council Emergency Thames Bridges being dismantled, (site 2)

Telephonists at the Fire Brigade Headquarters, Lambeth, London, 1940
Telephonists at the Fire Brigade Headquarters, Albert Embankment, Vauxhall, London, 1940. Interior of the telephone exchange showing telephonists sitting at the switchboard

St Thomas Hospital, Lambeth, London, c1871
St Thomass Hospital, Lambeth, London, c1871; on its new site on the Albert Embankment. This view from the south shows Lambeth Palace Road in the foreground

North west view of Camelford House, 1850 (engraving)
XJF867632 North west view of Camelford House, 1850 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: drawing by Thomas Hosmer Shepherd); English, out of copyright

The imposing building of the vast new London Fire Brigade headquarters, which has been erected at Lambeth. The Headquarters will be the best equipped and most up - to - date of its kind

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The Albert Embankment, located on the Surrey Side of the Thames in London, England, is a picturesque area that offers stunning views and historical charm. With its balconies and Corniche Building, this riverside promenade has become an iconic part of the city's landscape. Dating back to the late 19th century, St Thomas Hospital stands proudly on the Albert Embankment. The hospital has witnessed countless stories unfold throughout its history and continues to serve as a symbol of healing in this vibrant neighborhood. As you stroll along this enchanting stretch, you can't help but be captivated by the old-world charm depicted in engravings from years gone by. These images transport you back in time to when horse-drawn carriages roamed these streets and life moved at a slower pace. The Albert Embankment has always been a hub of activity. Tramlines crisscrossed through Lambeth during the early 1900s, carrying passengers to their destinations while adding character to this bustling district. In 1948, a temporary bridge spanned across the River Thames before being dismantled. This momentous event marked an important chapter in London's ever-evolving infrastructure. During World War II, telephonists diligently manned their posts at Fire Brigade Headquarters on Lambeth's Albert Embankment. Their unwavering dedication ensured swift responses during times of crisis. Today, modernity blends seamlessly with history along this vibrant waterfront promenade. Weatherboard houses and shops still line parts of the embankment – remnants from another era that add warmth and character to this beloved neighborhood. Whether you're exploring Southwark SE1 or simply taking in breathtaking views of London's skyline from one of many balconies dotting the Corniche Building on Albert Embankment – there is something truly magical about this place that captures your heart and imagination.