Blackfriars Collection

Fleet Street, London, c. 1894
Photograph showing the view east along Fleet Street, towards Ludgate and St. Pauls Cathedral, c.1894. A large number of horse-drawn carriages can be seen rushing along the street as a steam train

London Fire Engine Establishment, list of fire stations
Formed in 1833, the LFEE took over firefighting in London from the various Insurance Company fire brigades. It had 19 fire stations and its headquarters was located at Watling Street, City of London

LCC-LFB Massey Shaw fireboat at Blackfriars
The Massey Shaw was built in 1935 by the J Samuel White company at Cowes, Isle of Wight. She was built to a London County Council design, and cost around £ 18, 000 to build

Manchester / River Irwell
Industrial Manchester, showing the Irwell River from Blackfriars Bridge

London Tram 1952
The last week in service for the poor old Route 36 tram, from Abbey Wood to Embankment via the Old Kent Road and Blackfriars. Londons very last tram ran on 7 July 1952

LCC-LFB horse drawn 75ft turntable ladder (TL)
Shand Mason (Blackfriars) supplied the London Fire Brigade with this hand operated 75 foot turntable ladder on a four wheel horse drawn carriage

London Fire Brigade fireboat Massey Shaw underway
The Massey Shaw fireboat nearing her berth at Blackfriars on the Victoria Embankment, London

Blackfriars Bridge C1890
looking north, with Blackfriars Station in the centre of the photo, St Pauls Cathedral on the skyline

Conflagration at Sir C. Prices Wharf, Blackfriars, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Conflagration at Sir C. Prices Wharf, Blackfriars, 1845. The London fire brigade attempting to extinguish a fire...in the warehouses belonging to Sir Charles Price and Co

Unilever building, Blackfriars, London
The Unilever building at Blackfriars, London. Date: 20th century

City of London School
The City of London School, Milk Street, on the Victoria Embankment at Blackfriars. Date: built 1835 - 1883

Guildhall School of Music, 1886
The exterior of the Guildhall School of Music, Thames Embankment, Blackfriars, 1886. Date: 1886

Chartist Procession
The Chartist demonstration : the procession at Blackfriars Bridge, London

Group of workers on Blackfriars Bridge site, c.1863-4. PHO/1/3/14 Date: circa 1864

Massey Shaw fireboat demonstrates pumping
Moored at its Blackfriars river station on the Victoria Embankment, the newly commissioned Massey Shaw fireboat demonstrates its massive pumping capacity by discharging a vast amount of water

Thames / Blackfriars
General view of activity on the Thames at Blackfriars Bridge

Lord Mayor Hale Laying Foundation Stone of New Blackfriars Bridge, London, Uk, 1865

Manchester at night: Blackfriars Bridge and a view of cotton mills from the river Irwell showing the mill windows lit
527931 Manchester at night: Blackfriars Bridge and a view of cotton mills from the river Irwell showing the mill windows lit up as a night shift was at work

Chartists processing from the mass meeting on Kennington Common towards Blackfriars Bridge, London
530816 Chartists processing from the mass meeting on Kennington Common towards Blackfriars Bridge, London, where the police stopped them crossing the Thames: 10 April 1848

Traffic jam on Blackfriars Bridge, London, England in the 1930's. From The Story of 25 Eventful Years in Pictures
3058471 Traffic jam on Blackfriars Bridge, London, England in the 1930's. From The Story of 25 Eventful Years in Pictures published 1935 by Unknown photographer

Salvation Army shelter, Blackfriars, London, early 20th century (b/w photo)
530210 Salvation Army shelter, Blackfriars, London, early 20th century (b/w photo); (add.info.: The Penny Sit-Up for men, where the homeless could find shelter sitting on a bench for a penny a night)

Men and boys at Aspley Pellatt's Falcon Glass Works, Holland Street, Blackfriars, London, 1842
527928 Men and boys at Aspley Pellatt's Falcon Glass Works, Holland Street, Blackfriars, London, 1842. Note cast iron roof trusses

Fragments of the Black Friars Monastery, preserved at the office of "The Times", 1856. Creator: Unknown
Fragments of the Black Friars Monastery, preserved at the office of "The Times", 1856. The Church of the Black Friars immediately adjoined the site of the theatre [Playhouse-yard

The Blackfriar pub, Blackfriars, London, England, UK

The Dog and Porringer Inn, Blackfriars Road, London, early 1900s Date: early 1900s

Black Friars Monastery, St Andrews, Scotland Date: circa 1905

Salvation Army Shelter, Blackfriars Road, London
Men scrubbing floors at the Salvation Army Shelter, Blackfriars Road, London Date: 1897

The Penny Sit-up, c. 1895 (b/w photo)
476227 The Penny Sit-up, c.1895 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Run by the Salvation Army this pioneering homeless shelter in Blackfriars)

St Pauls from Blackfriars (colour litho)
5993676 St Pauls from Blackfriars (colour litho) by Muirhead, John (1863-1927); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Pauls from Blackfriars)

Wardrobe Place, Blackfriars (colour litho)
5210917 Wardrobe Place, Blackfriars (colour litho) by Haslehust, Ernest William (1866-1949); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wardrobe Place, Blackfriars)

Falling in of the chapel at Blackfriars (engraving)
3636133 Falling in of the chapel at Blackfriars (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Falling in of the chapel at Blackfriars)

St Pauls Cathedral from Blackfriars (litho)
6024899 St Pauls Cathedral from Blackfriars (litho) by Luker, William (1820-92); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Pauls Cathedral from Blackfriars)

New Bridge Street, Blackfriars (litho)
6024982 New Bridge Street, Blackfriars (litho) by Luker, William (1820-92); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Bridge Street, Blackfriars)

Intended New Blackfriars Bridge, London, the London, Chatham, and Dover Railway Bridge, at Blackfriars (engraving)
5213636 Intended New Blackfriars Bridge, London, the London, Chatham, and Dover Railway Bridge, at Blackfriars (engraving) by English School

Guildhall School of Music (engraving)
1624801 Guildhall School of Music (engraving) by Watkins, Frank (fl.1859-94); Private Collection; (add.info.: Guildhall School of Music)

The London, Chatham and Dover Railway Station at Blackfriars, London (engraving)
586520 The London, Chatham and Dover Railway Station at Blackfriars, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The London)

Falcon Glass House (engraving)
605063 Falcon Glass House (engraving) by Allom, Thomas (1804-72); Private Collection; (add.info.: Falcon Glass House, Holland Street, Blackfriars)

Apothecaries Hall, Pilgrim Street, Blackfriars (engraving)
606954 Apothecaries Hall, Pilgrim Street, Blackfriars (engraving) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864); Private Collection; (add.info.: Apothecaries Hall, Pilgrim Street, Blackfriars)

Barges at Blackfriars (engraving)
587759 Barges at Blackfriars (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Barges at Blackfriars, on the Thames)

Old Window in Black or Dominican Friars (pencil & w / c on paper)
2832297 Old Window in Black or Dominican Friars (pencil & w/c on paper) by O Neill, Hugh (1784-1824); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Rats swimming across the Thames (engraving)
2781224 Rats swimming across the Thames (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rats swimming across the Thames)

Blackfriars Bridge, London Date: circa 1900

Horse drawn traffic on Blackfriars Bridge, London
Vintage 19th century photograph: horse drawn traffic on Blackfriars Bridge, London/

The Thames from Blackfriars Bridge, London
The River Thames at sunset from Blackfriars Bridge, London. Date: circa 1930s

Photograph of Swan PH, Blackfriars, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Nothing for the Swan

Sketch of Samuel Pepys PH, Blackfriars, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Sketch of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Nothing for the Samuel Pepys

Photograph of Rising Sun PH, Blackfriars, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Face on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1934

Photograph of Old Kings Head PH, Blackfriars, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub

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"Blackfriars: A Historic Hub of Firefighting, Education, and Iconic Landmarks" Step into the rich history of Blackfriars, a district in London that has witnessed remarkable events and housed significant institutions. From the renowned London Fire Engine Establishment to its notable fire stations, Blackfriars holds a special place in firefighting history. The LCC-LFB Massey Shaw fireboat stationed at Blackfriars stands as a testament to the district's commitment to safeguarding lives along the River Irwell in Manchester. Transportation enthusiasts will be captivated by the sight of the vintage London Tram from 1952 gracefully traversing through Blackfriars' bustling streets. Meanwhile, the majestic LCC-LFB horse-drawn 75ft turntable ladder (TL) showcases both elegance and functionality in serving this vibrant community. Marvel at architectural wonders like the Unilever building nestled within Blackfriars, adding a modern touch to an area steeped in tradition. Fleet Street's charm is beautifully captured in an enchanting photograph from c. 1894—transport yourself back to an era when newspapers thrived on these very streets. The heroic efforts of firefighters are vividly depicted with images capturing London Fire Brigade's fireboat Massey Shaw navigating turbulent waters while underway—a symbol of bravery amidst adversity. Glimpse into yesteryears with a captivating snapshot showcasing Blackfriars Bridge circa 1890—an iconic landmark connecting communities for generations. History buffs will relish uncovering tales from centuries past; one such event was the conflagration at Sir C. Prices Wharf in 1845—a haunting image created by an unknown artist transports us back to that fateful day. Education finds its home here too—the prestigious City of London School stands tall as it imparts knowledge and shapes young minds within Blackfriar's boundaries.