Blackwall Collection

LCC-LFB Dockhead fire station, Bermondsey
Built by the London County Council (LCC) and opened in 1928, Dockhead fire station replaced two older Bermondsey fire stations that were closed down

LFDCA-LFB Dockhead fire station, Bermondsey
Opened in 1928, Dockhead fire station became the setting for the fictitious Blackwall fire station in the popular television series Londons Burning

LCC-LFB Dockhead fire station, Bermondsey SE1
Opened in 1928, Dockhead fire station was also the fictional fire station Blackwall in the highly acclaimed London Weekend Television series Londons Burning (1998-2002)

The Bentinck steamer
The steamship Bentinck, moored in the Thames, off Blackwall. The ship was owned by the Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company (P & O)

The iron steam vessels Meteor and Prince of Wales, built by Miller, Ravenhill & Co, leaving Brunswick Wharf, Blackwall. Coloured lithograph by R K Thomas after a drawing bys D Skillett

A modern steam lifeboat, 1850
3331007 A modern steam lifeboat, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a modern steam lifeboat, structed at Blackwall. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

The SS Connector, 1850
3330665 The SS Connector, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving of the SS Connector, a jointed steamer designed as a coaster in which the separate sections could be uncoupled so that cargo could be discharged)

A hydraulic lift at the docks near Blackwall, 1850
3330793 A hydraulic lift at the docks near Blackwall, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration of a hydraulic lift at the docks near Blackwall. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Engraving depicting a ship docked at Green, Wigram, and Green's Shipyard, Blackwall, 19th century
5308707 Engraving depicting a ship docked at Green, Wigram, and Green's Shipyard, Blackwall, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a ship docked at Green, Wigram)

Hepworth's Cigar ship and the SS Connector, 1850
3330666 Hepworth's Cigar ship and the SS Connector, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving of Hepworth's Cigar ship and the SS Connector. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Mare & Co.'s iron shipbuilding works, 1850
3330525 Mare & Co.'s iron shipbuilding works, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration of Mare & Co.'s iron shipbuilding works, Row Creek, Blackwall. In the background a Nasmyth hammer is in use)

Map, Millwall Docks (Harrow Lane) and Poplar, East London, with railway lines and links. Date: 1906

Immigrants Awaiting Outside Court-Room, Blackwall Pier 1906
The Immigration Act of 1906 was the first legal mechanism for enforcing a policy of selective categories of prohibited immigrants

THE BLACKWALL TUNNEL. The opening ceremony, showing the arrival of the Prince and Princess of Wales. Date: 22nd May 1897

The Launch of HMS "Albion"at Blackwall (litho)
1615724 The Launch of HMS " Albion" at Blackwall (litho) by Wilson, Thomas Walter (1851-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Launch of HMS " Albion" at Blackwall)

Architecture of Thames Side (engraving)
5213414 Architecture of Thames Side (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Architecture of Thames Side)

Frozen Rivers (litho)
1627918 Frozen Rivers (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frozen Rivers. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 23 February 1895)

The Great Eastern rounding the point opposite Blackwall (engraving)
609007 The Great Eastern rounding the point opposite Blackwall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Disturbed South Africa, Departure of the Volunteers for Bechuanaland (engraving)
1045846 Disturbed South Africa, Departure of the Volunteers for Bechuanaland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Disturbed South Africa)

The Launch of HMS "Cornwallis"at Blackwall, 17 July (b / w photo)
1628952 The Launch of HMS " Cornwallis" at Blackwall, 17 July (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

London as seen from a Balloon (engraving)
1061644 London as seen from a Balloon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London as seen from a Balloon)

Launch of the "Alfred"Indiaman, at Blackwall (engraving)
1095480 Launch of the " Alfred" Indiaman, at Blackwall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Launch of the " Alfred" Indiaman)

Advert for a Dioramic Tour from Blackwall to Balaklava, with tableaux of the principal cities of Europe (engraving)
586198 Advert for a Dioramic Tour from Blackwall to Balaklava, with tableaux of the principal cities of Europe (engraving) by English School

The Trinity Wharf, Blackwall (engraving)
608347 The Trinity Wharf, Blackwall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Trinity Wharf, Blackwall, London; from The Illustrated London News)

Robertss Artichoke Tavern, Blackwall, London (engraving)
607628 Robertss Artichoke Tavern, Blackwall, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robertss Artichoke Tavern, Blackwall)

Launch of the iron steam yacht Faid Gihaad (engraving)
587778 Launch of the iron steam yacht Faid Gihaad (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Launch of the iron steam yacht Faid Gihaad)

Her Majestys Visit to the Great Britain steamship (engraving)
587776 Her Majestys Visit to the Great Britain steamship (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Her Majestys Visit to the Great Britain steamship)

East India Dock, East India Dock Road, 1897 (b / w photo)
GHL465638 East India Dock, East India Dock Road, 1897 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Guildhall Art Gallery

Launch of the Turkish Iron-Clad Frigate Sultan Mahmoud, at the Thames Ironworks, Blackwall (engraving)
1613431 Launch of the Turkish Iron-Clad Frigate Sultan Mahmoud, at the Thames Ironworks, Blackwall (engraving) by Weedon, Edwin (1819-79); Private Collection; (add.info)

Launch of the Floating-Battery "Thunderbolt, "at Blackwall (engraving)
1608780 Launch of the Floating-Battery " Thunderbolt, " at Blackwall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Iron Ship-Building at Blackwall (engraving)
1607816 Iron Ship-Building at Blackwall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Iron Ship-Building at Blackwall)

Launch of the Iron Steam Yacht "Faid Gihaad, "built for the Pacha of Egypt, at Orchard Wharf
1607247 Launch of the Iron Steam Yacht " Faid Gihaad, " built for the Pacha of Egypt, at Orchard Wharf, Blackwall (engraving) by English School

Blackwall, Thames Steamer (engraving)
1594056 Blackwall, Thames Steamer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Blackwall, Thames Steamer. Illustration for The Pictorial Times, 28 March 1846)

The Independencia, Brazilian Frigate, after the Attempted Launch at Blackwall (engraving)
1589217 The Independencia, Brazilian Frigate, after the Attempted Launch at Blackwall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Independencia)

Greenwich, from The Panorama of London, c. 1544 (pen and ink and chalk on paper)
AMO150831 Greenwich, from The Panorama of London, c.1544 (pen and ink and chalk on paper) by Wyngaerde, Anthonis van den (fl.1510-72); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Blackwall Railway Station, London 1845
Exterior of the Blackwall Railway Station, London. Date: 1845

View of Brunswick Dock, 1806 (etching)
GHL465634 View of Brunswick Dock, 1806 (etching) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); length: 23 cm; Guildhall Art Gallery, City of London; (add.info.: View of Brunswick Dock)

Launch of the Faid Gihaad (engraving)
614536 Launch of the Faid Gihaad (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Launch of the iron steam yacht, Faid Gihaad, built for the Pacha of Egypt)

Launch of the Paramatta, at Blackwall (engraving)
2771741 Launch of the Paramatta, at Blackwall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Launch of the Paramatta, at Blackwall)

Map, Tom Manns Dock Scheme, London. 1892

1849, Blackwall showing the public dining on whitebait (engraving)
2809927 1849, Blackwall showing the public dining on whitebait (engraving) by Doyle, Richard (1824-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: 1849, Blackwall showing the public dining on whitebait)

The Thames at Cold Harbour, Blackwall, 1896 (w / c on paper)
2601991 The Thames at Cold Harbour, Blackwall, 1896 (w/c on paper) by Hemy, Charles Napier (1841-1917); Private Collection; Bourne Gallery, Reigate, Surrey; English, out of copyright

Hydraulic Lift at the New Graving-Docks, near Blackwall (engraving)
1609741 Hydraulic Lift at the New Graving-Docks, near Blackwall (engraving) by Weedon, Edwin (1819-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hydraulic Lift at the New Graving-Docks, near Blackwall)

Launch of the Victoria, Iron-Clad Frigate built for the Queen of Spain at Blackwall (engraving)
1610734 Launch of the Victoria, Iron-Clad Frigate built for the Queen of Spain at Blackwall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Launch of the Victoria)

SS Great Eastern - opposite Blackwall 1859
Great Eastern, progress down the River Thames, illustration showing the vessel near the Blackwall with powerful towing-tugs

The Egyptian Screw Steam-Frigate "Sharkie, "sketched off Blackwall (engraving)
1618189 The Egyptian Screw Steam-Frigate " Sharkie, " sketched off Blackwall (engraving) by Weedon, Edwin (1819-79); Private Collection; (add.info)

H. M.s Minotaur
H.M.S Minotaur and Agincourt, built in the River Thames by Ironworks Company at Blackwall, was delivered complete into the possession of the Lord of the Admiralty. Date: 1865

Launch of HMS Cyclops at Blackwall (engraving)
1625827 Launch of HMS Cyclops at Blackwall (engraving) by Weedon, Edwin (1819-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: Launch of HMS Cyclops at Blackwall)

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"Blackwall: A Historic Hub of Activity and Diversity" Located in Bermondsey, the LCC-LFB Dockhead fire station stands as a testament to Blackwall's rich history. This iconic landmark has witnessed countless heroic acts by firefighters who have bravely protected the community. In its heyday, Blackwall was bustling with maritime activity. The Bentinck steamer, along with iron steam vessels like Meteor and Prince of Wales, dominated the waters surrounding this vibrant neighborhood. These magnificent ships were a symbol of progress and innovation during their time. Blackwall Pier holds stories of hope and struggle as well. In 1906, immigrants anxiously awaited outside the court-room for their fate to be decided upon arrival at this pier. It serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by those seeking new beginnings in an unfamiliar land. One significant event that brought national attention to Blackwall was the opening ceremony of THE BLACKWALL TUNNEL in 1897. The arrival of Prince and Princess of Wales marked a momentous occasion for both locals and visitors alike. The launch of HMS "Albion" further solidified Blackwall's importance on the world stage. This lithograph captures the excitement surrounding this naval vessel's maiden voyage from these very shores. Architecture enthusiasts will appreciate Thames Side's stunning buildings captured in engravings depicting its unique charm. Frozen Rivers showcases nature's beauty blending seamlessly with urban life—a sight that captivates residents even today. Lastly, Disturbed South Africa highlights Blackwall's role in global affairs as volunteers departed for Bechuanaland—an engraving that reflects Britain's colonial past while acknowledging its impact on distant lands. From firefighting heroes to immigrant dreams, maritime marvels to royal visits—Blackwall embodies diversity, resilience, and historical significance like no other place can.