Blackheath Collection

Greenwich Park, Greenwich, London
Greenwich Park, Greenwich, near Blackheath, County of London, England. Date: 1917

View down Montpelier Vale, Blackheath Village, London
A superb postcard view down Montpelier Vale, Blackheath Village, London - the detial is incredible, with individual shops identifiable, the pavements as busy (as they ever are)

Blackheath Village
A view of Blackheath village from the south, looking towards the Station and Tranquil Vale

Blackheath / Village 1911
Blackheath Village

Tranquil Vale Blackheath
Tranquil Vale, Blackheath London SE3

Blackheath / All Saints
All Saints Church, Blackheath

Spring-Heeled Jack winged monster
Winged man-monster who terrified residents of Blackheath and other London suburbs from 1837 for many years but was never caught Date: 1830s

Blackheath Village London SE3

Blackheath versus London Scottish Rugby match
A rugby match between Blackheath and London Scottish rugby clubs. The picture shows Harry Coverdale of Blackheath being collared at the end of a great run

England V Wales Rugby
England defeat Wales at Blackheath by 17-0

Golf Clubs and Golfers - Royal Blackheath dinner
Annual dinner of the Royal Blackheath Golf Club by Mel; the club was founded in 1608. Date: 1938

Shooters Hill is named after the archery butts located here in the 16th century : later it was a favourite haunt of highwayman, attacking travelers bound for France

Blackheath Goffer
To the Society of Goffers (golfers) At Blackheath Mr William Innes, merchant, plays golf on the heath. A caddy holds his clubs

Paddling on Blackheath
Children roll up their trouser legs and go paddling in the ponds on Blackheath London

Old Dover Rd Blackheath
Old Dover Road Blackheath London SE3

England V Scotland 1901
Scotland defeat England at Blackheath by 18-3

St Michaels Blackheath
St Michaels church Blackheath Park London SE3

The Paragon Blackheath. Designed by Michael Searles for John Cator, built between 1795 and 1806

Cricket at Blackheath
Kent host Surrey at the Rectory Field ground, Blackheath. Famous Surrey batsman Jack Hobbs is at the crease, and has been permitted to have a runner (seen at square leg)

Blackheath Shinty
Members of the Club of True Highlanders play shinty (here called shinnie) on the Heath, which is still the scene of much sporting activity at weekends

Morden College
Built by sir John Morden, a Turkey merchant, circa 1700, to house decayed merchants and still providing a home for people in unfortunate circumstances

Montpelier Vl / Blackheath
Montpelier Vale, Blackheath London SE3

Blackheath Fireworks
The fall of Sebastopol is celebrated with dramatic fireworks and a large bonfire on Blackheath

Dartmouth Row Blackheath London SE3

George Wilson / Pedestrian
GEORGE WILSON The " Blackheath Pedestrian", born in Newcastle 24 June 1766. Long distance walker and walking match champion

LFDCA-LFB Volvo dual purpose diesel pump ladder
Pictured on Blackheath in SE London, the pump ladder from Greenwich fire station

Blackheath / From Lee Park
Blackheath Village, viewed from the top of Lee Park

Blackheath Park in Snow
A view of Blackheath Park after heavy snowfall

Blackheath / Pages Hse
The residence of Sir Gregory Page (the corner of Pond Road and Blackheath Park) in Blackheath

Montpelier Vl / Blackheath
Montpelier Vale, Blackheath London SE3

William Eldon Tucker, rugby player
William Eldon Tucker (1872-1953), Bermuda-born rugby union player for Cambridge University, St Georges Hospital, Blackheath and England. He later qualified as a medical doctor. 1890s

WW1 poster, 20th London Regiment
WW1 recruitment poster, 20th London Regiment (HQ Holly Hedge House, Blackheath), Praise for Territorials. Join your own local battalion at once. Date: 1914-1918

Seasonal weather - Rainbow over All Saints Church, Blackheath, London, UK
Seasonal weather - A rainbow appears over All Saints Church in Blackheath in London as the sun breaks through the rainclouds

Blackheath / H&b Pond 1904
Hare & Billet Pond, Blackheath

Blackheath Rugby Team: Latter, Carpmael, Stokes, Lohden, Spurling, Tarbutt, Dixon, Rigby, Finlinson, De Winton, Fegan, Maud, Thomson, Harris, Maturin, Cope, Cattell, Wilson. 1890s

Bus Splash
26th April 1934: A London bus splashes along flooded Shooters Hill Road in Blackheath following heavy rain. (Photo by Reg Speller/Fox Photos/Getty Images)

Sunrise at Hanging Rock, Baltzer Lookout, Blackheath, blue Mountains, NSW, Australia

Hardy Road Blackheath
Hardy Road, Blackheath London SE3 Date: early 20th century

England v Scotland, Sketches at the Rugby Football Match at Blackheath (litho)
1040274 England v Scotland, Sketches at the Rugby Football Match at Blackheath (litho) by Gillett, Frank (1874-1927); Private Collection; (add.info.: England v Scotland)

Blackheath 1808
A mother and child take a walk on a picturesque Blackheath, where a windmill, long since vanished, can be found. Date: 1808

Blackheath St Johns Pk
The entrance to St Johns Park, Blackheath London SE3

W Percy Carpmael, Blackheath and Barbarians Rugby player. 1890s

F H Maturin, Blackheath Rugby Club player. 1890s

Tranquil Vale, Blackheath Village, south-east London
View down Tranquil Vale, Blackheath Village, south-east London. Date: circa 1900s

Encampment on Blackheath, Greenwich, London, 1780. Artist: Paul Sandby
View of an army encampment on Blackheath, Greenwich, London, 1780. Showing a windmill on the right and soldiers playing cards with a farmer in front

Blackheath Woodland Hse
Woodland House, the seat of sir John Julius Angerstein : today it is a cultural resource where exhibitions are periodically held. Date: 1786

Westcombe C18
West Coombe (now Westcombe) near Blackheath in southeast London. Date: 1794

Electric Train
A new electric train leaves Blackheath railway station in London, 8th June 1926. (Photo by MacGregor/Topical Press Agency/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

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Blackheath, a quaint village nestled in the heart of London, holds a rich history dating back to 1911. With its charming streets and picturesque views, Blackheath Village is a true gem waiting to be explored. As you stroll down Montpelier Vale, you'll be captivated by the serene ambiance that Tranquil Vale Blackheath offers. Immerse yourself in the local culture at All Saints Church in Blackheath, where traditions have been kept alive for generations. Legend has it that this village was once visited by Spring-Heeled Jack, a winged monster who left residents both terrified and fascinated. Sports enthusiasts will delight in witnessing the intense rivalry between Blackheath and London Scottish Rugby teams. The passion on display during these matches is unparalleled as fans cheer their hearts out for their beloved teams. For nature lovers seeking adventure, Shooters Hill provides breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. And if rugby isn't enough excitement for you, don't miss the exhilarating England versus Wales Rugby match held right here in Blackheath. Golf enthusiasts can indulge themselves at one of the prestigious Golf Clubs while enjoying an exquisite Royal Blackheath dinner afterwards. It's no wonder why golfers from all over flock to this area - with its lush greenery and impeccable fairways; it truly is paradise for any golfer. Whether you're exploring historic landmarks or indulging your sporting passions, there's something enchanting about Blackheath Village that keeps visitors coming back time and time again. So come experience all that this vibrant community has to offer - from its fascinating history to its stunning natural beauty - because once you've experienced life as a "Blackheather, " you'll never want to leave.