Boroughs Collection

London arms and seals
The Arms and Common Seals of the Metropolitan Boroughs of London and of the City of London, with a block map showing their boundaries

The Domesday Book, Nottinghamshire
The Domesday Book, a record of the resources and taxable values of the boroughs and manors of Nottinghamshire, extract from the Great Domesday Book Date: c. 1085

1832 Victorian Map of Launceston

The Domesday Book, Surrey
The Domesday Book, a record of the resources and taxable values of the boroughs and manors of Surrey, including Guildford, extract from the Great Domesday Book Date: c. 1085

Edward VII Memorial unveiling at Brighton and Hove
The unveiling of a Memorial to the late King Edward VII on the boundary dividing the boroughs of Brighton and Hove. It was unveiled by the Lord Lieutenant of Sussex, the Duke of Norfolk

George Hardinge
GEORGE HARDINGE writer and judge, MP for Old Sarum, most notorious of the rotten boroughs. Date: 1743 - 1816

Cartoon, The Anglers Return (Derby and Disraeli)
Cartoon, The Anglers Return -- Lord Derby and Benjamin Disraeli portrayed as fishermen, examining the Conservative partys poor returns from the recent General Election -- the Liberal party under Lord

Cartoon, The End of the Rotten Borough -- the Reform Bill of 1832 did away with these so-called rotten boroughs, which were constituencies with a very small electorate

1832 Victorian Map of Great Marlow

1832 Victorian Map of Windsor

1832 Victorian Map of Abingdon

1832 Victorian Map of Reading

1832 Victorian Map of Wallingford

1832 Victorian Map of Greenwich

1832 Victorian Map of Hythe

1832 Victorian Map of Reigate

1832 Victorian Map of Southwark

1832 Victorian Map of Guildford

1832 Victorian Map of Tavistock

1832 Victorian Map of Ashburton

1832 Victorian Map of Exeter

1832 Victorian Map of Barnstaple

1832 Victorian Map of Tiverton

1832 Victorian Map of Malmesbury

1832 Pre Victorian Map of Wilton near Salisbury

1832 Victorian Map of Westbury

1832 Victorian Map of Marlborough

1832 Victorian Map of Salisbury

1832 Victorian Map of Devizes

1832 Victorian Map of Truro

1832 Victorian Map of St. Ives

1832 Victorian Map of Liskeard

1832 Victorian Map of Penryn and Falmouth

1832 Victorian Map of Helston

1832 Victorian Map of Bodmin

NUS President Trevor Phillips and campaigners
NUS President Trevor Phillips (left, b. 1953, later a writer and broadcaster) and campaigning students from the London Boroughs of Harrow and Kingston, outside the Education Department in Waterloo

British Isles, administrative counties and county boroughs (colour litho)
3648450 British Isles, administrative counties and county boroughs (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: British Isles)

Old Sarum, One of the Boroughs disfranchised by the Reform Act of 1832 (engraving)
1614357 Old Sarum, One of the Boroughs disfranchised by the Reform Act of 1832 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old Sarum)

Boroughs of Manhattan and Bronx (b / w photo)
5215540 Boroughs of Manhattan and Bronx (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boroughs of Manhattan and Bronx)

Bauerkellers New, Embossed, Plan of London, 1841 (colour lithograph)
STC255320 Bauerkellers New, Embossed, Plan of London, 1841 (colour lithograph) by Bauerkeller, George (fl.1841); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Arms of the principal cities, boroughs and burghs of the United Kingdom (colour litho)
3626546 Arms of the principal cities, boroughs and burghs of the United Kingdom (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arms of the principal cities)

The Domesday Book, a record of the resources and taxable values of the boroughs and manors of England, extract from the Great Domesday Book Date: circa 1085

The Last Hope, a Municipal Reform Party poster
NAT323419 The Last Hope, a Municipal Reform Party poster, published in The Graphic, October 27th 1906 (litho) by English School

General View of the City of New York, 1860 (colour engraving)
PNP382185 General View of the City of New York, 1860 (colour engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark American Pictures; American, out of copyright

The Graphic Parliamentary Map (colour litho)
1047895 The Graphic Parliamentary Map (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Graphic Parliamentary Map)

The City of New York, as laid out by the Commissioners with the Surrounding COuntry
1079213 The City of New York, as laid out by the Commissioners with the Surrounding COuntry, by their Secretary and Surveyor John Randel, Jr

Parliamentary representation, Metropolitan parliamentary boroughs (colour litho)
3648432 Parliamentary representation, Metropolitan parliamentary boroughs (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Parliamentary representation)

Parliamentary representation, parliamentary boroughs of England and Wales (colour litho)
3648428 Parliamentary representation, parliamentary boroughs of England and Wales (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Parliamentary representation)

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"Boroughs: Unveiling the Historical Tapestry of London's Arms and Seals" Step into the rich tapestry of London's history as we explore the significance of boroughs, from their origins to their enduring presence in modern times. Dating back centuries, these administrative divisions have played a pivotal role in shaping the city's landscape and identity. One cannot delve into boroughs without mentioning The Domesday Book, a remarkable survey commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. Within its pages lie fascinating insights into two notable boroughs - Nottinghamshire and Surrey - offering glimpses into their early development and societal structures. Fast forward to more recent times, where we encounter an iconic moment etched in history - the unveiling of Edward VII Memorial at Brighton and Hove. This grand occasion marked not only a tribute to King Edward VII but also highlighted how boroughs serve as cultural hubs that celebrate heritage and commemorate significant figures. Delving further, we discover George Hardinge, an influential figure who championed parliamentary reform during his tenure as Recorder for Wallingford. His efforts left an indelible mark on this historic borough while exemplifying how individuals can shape the destiny of their communities. Venturing beyond London's borders, The Domesday Book sheds light on Norfolk's vibrant borough scene during medieval times. It reveals a tapestry woven with bustling market towns and thriving local economies that continue to thrive today. To truly appreciate the evolution of these dynamic entities called boroughs, let us turn our gaze towards Victorian England. Through meticulously detailed maps from 1832 depicting Great Marlow, Windsor, Abingdon, Reading, Wallingford, and Greenwich – each showcasing unique characteristics – we witness how these areas flourished under municipal governance while preserving their distinct identities.