Clerkenwell Collection

George Morris, the celebrated bell ringer, on 8 bells, 1863
George Morris, the celebrated bell ringer, playing on eight bells at once, in the steeple of St James Clerkenwell, London

Pub Darts Match
A serious darts match held in the Merlins Cave, Clerkenwell, between the home team and the Lord High Admiral in the Barclay League

A Map of Clerkenwell, City of London, 1746 (engraving)
XJF438448 A Map of Clerkenwell, City of London, 1746 (engraving) by Rocque, John (c.1704-d.1762); Private Collection; British, out of copyright

GLC-London Fire Brigade, Clerkenwell fire station
Originally built in 1870, Clerkenwell fire station underwent a major rebuild in 1916 and two additional fire engine bays were added

Archbishop Manning on Clerkenwell Green, London, 1872
Engraving showing Archbishop Manning administering the pledge, before a large audience on Clerkenwell Green, London, 1872

St Johns Gate Clerkenwell
St Johns Gate, in Clerkenwell, Middlesex, now within central London, is one of the few tangible remains from Clerkenwells monastic past

Blitz in London -- Turnmill Street, Clerkenwell, WW2
Blitz in London -- Turnmill Street, Clerkenwell. General view showing the fire damage caused by incendiary bombs on 21 February 1944, including the top floor of the Steam Pipe Company. Date: 1944

Clerkenwell Prison explosion
Effects of the explosion at the house of detention, Clerkenwell, seen from within the prison yard: police officers and firemen searching the ruins

Photograph of Sekforde Arms, Clerkenwell, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

The Hugh Myddelton Board School, Clerkenwell, opened by the Prince of Wales (engraving)
1627641 The Hugh Myddelton Board School, Clerkenwell, opened by the Prince of Wales (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hugh Myddelton Board School)

Firefighters in action, Rosebery Avenue, WW2
Firefighters in action in burning debris in Rosebery Avenue, Clerkenwell, London, following a flying bomb attack. Date: 1944

Firefighters at Middlesex Street, Aldgate, E1
Lambeth and Clerkenwell emergency tender crews in Middlesex Street, Aldgate, London E1, on 23 June 1958. They are equipped with breathing apparatus, awaiting orders to enter a burning building

Firefighters attempt to right a fallen cart, WW2
Firefighters attempt to right a fallen cart in Clerkenwell Close

Photograph of Gunmakers Arms, Clerkenwell, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub

Clerkenwell Prison
Engaving depicting the old House of Detention, Clerkenwell. Clerkenwell (old) Prison, also known as the Clerkenwell House of Detention or Middlesex House of Detention, was a prison in Clerkenwell

LONDON: RAILWAY, 1868. The newly completed Clerkenwell tunnel junction. Wood engraving, English, 1868

Middlesex House of Detention, Clerkenwell
Ground plan of the Middlesex House of Detention at Clerkenwell. Date: 1862

Ground plan of Coldbath Fields Prison, Clerkenwell. Date: 1862

Blind Priscilla, the patchwork quilt-making industrious beggar of St. James, Clerkenwell
FLO5000825 Blind Priscilla, the patchwork quilt-making industrious beggar of St. James, Clerkenwell, in front of Spa-fields reservoir waterworks

A street in Clerkenwell, 1901 (photo)
1576534 A street in Clerkenwell, 1901 (photo); (add.info.: Photograph of a street in Clerkenwell, an area of central London in the London Borough of Islington)

Fragments of St. John's-Gate, Clerkenwell, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Fragments of St. John's-Gate, Clerkenwell, [London], 1856. No.3 has formed part of the basement of the present gate, which was erected A.D

Spa Fields Chapel
Engaving depicting Spa Fields Chapel in 1781. Spa Fields Chapel, erected in 1777, was one of many founded by Selina Hastings, the Countess of Huntingdon

Red London bus, Clerkenwell, London, England, UK

Telephone box, Clerkenwell, London, England, UK

Aerial view from helicopter, Farringdon, Clerkenwell & Barbican, London, England

Johns Gate, Clerkenwell, London Date: early 1900s

John's Gate, Clerkenwell, London, early 1900s Date: early 1900s

Flight in St. Martin's Lane between the police and the contingent from Clerkenwell Green. Police meet rioters and dispersed a procession marching from Clerkenwell Green

Corporation buildings, Farringdon Road 1866
Part of Corporation buildings, Farringdon Road, plans to erect eight large blocks of improved dwellings for the industrial classes. Date: 1866

Spit Fires. Sessions House, Clerkenwell (coloured engraving)
582909 Spit Fires. Sessions House, Clerkenwell (coloured engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spit Fires)

St Johns Gatehouse, Clerkenwell (colour litho)
5210928 St Johns Gatehouse, Clerkenwell (colour litho) by Haslehust, Ernest William (1866-1949); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Johns Gatehouse, Clerkenwell)

Houses on Saffron Hill, London, between Holborn and Clerkenwell, c. 1883 (colour litho)
3245482 Houses on Saffron Hill, London, between Holborn and Clerkenwell, c.1883 (colour litho) by British School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures

Rosebery Avenue, Clerkenwell (b / w photo)
3657143 Rosebery Avenue, Clerkenwell (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rosebery Avenue, Clerkenwell)

The crypt of St John s, Clerkenwell (engraving)
3636370 The crypt of St John s, Clerkenwell (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The crypt of St John s, Clerkenwell)

St Peters Italian Church, Clerkenwell, London (b / w photo)
3642746 St Peters Italian Church, Clerkenwell, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Peters Italian Church, Clerkenwell, London)

A Clerkenwell Interior (engraving)
5213206 A Clerkenwell Interior (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Clerkenwell Interior)

Effects of the Explosion at Clerkenwell (engraving)
1620713 Effects of the Explosion at Clerkenwell (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Effects of the Explosion at Clerkenwell)

A view of the Tower and Arch of St Jamess Church, Clerkenwell (coloured engraving)
582967 A view of the Tower and Arch of St Jamess Church, Clerkenwell (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Clerkenwell Close, Numbers 28, 29 & 30 (w / c on paper)
582965 Clerkenwell Close, Numbers 28, 29 & 30 (w/c on paper) by Emslie, John Phillipp (1839-1913); Private Collection; (add.info.: Clerkenwell Close, Numbers 28, 29 & 30)

Clerkenwell, St Johns Gate (engraving)
582900 Clerkenwell, St Johns Gate (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Clerkenwell, St Johns Gate.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

Visit to a Clerkenwell watch factory (engraving)
582897 Visit to a Clerkenwell watch factory (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Visit to a Clerkenwell watch factory)

G Morris, the celebrated bellringer, playing on eight bells at once (engraving)
607848 G Morris, the celebrated bellringer, playing on eight bells at once (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: G Morris, the celebrated bellringer)

Meuxs Brewhouse (engraving)
604975 Meuxs Brewhouse (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Meuxs Brewhouse, built about 1796, on Liquor-pond Street, Clerkenwell)

Session House, Clerkenwell, London (coloured engraving)
607842 Session House, Clerkenwell, London (coloured engraving) by Rowlandson, T. (1756-1827) & Pugin, A.C. (1762-1832) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Session House, Clerkenwell)

"The Lamb and Flag"Ragged Schools (engraving)
1617863 " The Lamb and Flag" Ragged Schools (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " The Lamb and Flag" Ragged Schools)

Photograph of White Swan PH, Clerkenwell, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub

Photograph of White Bear PH, Clerkenwell, 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

Sketch of Sir Christopher Hatton PH, Clerkenwell, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Sketch of the pub

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Clerkenwell: A Historic Neighborhood with a Vibrant Past Step into the heart and you'll find yourself immersed in a rich tapestry of history and culture. From pub darts matches to heroic acts by the GLC-London Fire Brigade, this neighborhood has seen it all. In 1863, George Morris, the celebrated bell ringer, mesmerized locals with his skillful performance on eight bells. The echoes of his talent still resonate through time. Take a glimpse at an engraving from 1746 and you'll discover a map that unveils the secrets of old Clerkenwell within the City of London. It's like stepping back in time and witnessing how this area has evolved over centuries. Archbishop Manning made his mark on Clerkenwell Green in 1872, leaving behind an indelible legacy. His presence brought solace to many souls who sought guidance amidst bustling city life. The Hugh Myddelton Board School stands tall as a testament to education's importance. Opened by none other than the Prince of Wales himself, its walls have witnessed countless dreams taking flight. But not all moments were filled with joy; World War II left its scars on Turnmill Street as bombs fell during the Blitz. Yet even amidst destruction, resilience shone through as firefighters valiantly battled flames along Rosebery Avenue and attempted to right fallen carts across town. St John's Gate remains an iconic symbol standing proud against time's relentless march forward. Its majestic presence reminds us that history lives on in every brick and stone. Firefighters became heroes once again during WW2 as they fought bravely at Middlesex Street in Aldgate E1. Their selflessness saved lives while embodying the spirit of community that defines Clerkenwell. And let us not forget about Gunmakers Arms - a cherished establishment where friendships were forged over pints shared among kindred spirits seeking respite from the world outside.