Cricklewood Collection

Sherlock Holmes 1921
Sherlock Holmes is filmed by Stoll at Cricklewood; Baker Street is reconstructed for the purpose

Robinsons Ltd removal vans, Cricklewood, NW London
Two Robinsons Ltd removal vans, Cricklewood, NW London, also at Knolls House, Manchester and Moseley Road, Birmingham, offering a weekly road service. Date: circa 1920s

Pilot and 40 passengers after a flight at 6, 500ft in a ?
Pilot and 40 passengers after a flight at 6, 500ft in a Handley Page aeroplane. Cricklewood Aerodrome, 15 November 1918. The pilot, in flying kit, is Mr Prodger and Mr Handley Page is to his left

Stoll film studios building, Cricklewood, North London
Stoll Picture Productions film studios building, Temple Road, Cricklewood, North London Date: 1929

Crown Hotel, Cricklewood (photo)
610336 Crown Hotel, Cricklewood (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crown Hotel, Cricklewood); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

The Parade, Cricklewood (photo)
610334 The Parade, Cricklewood (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Parade, Cricklewood); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

Advertisement, Pyramid Lamp and Light Works (engraving)
1595358 Advertisement, Pyramid Lamp and Light Works (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement, Pyramid Lamp and Light Works)

Victorian scrap, Birn Brothers of Cricklewood, London
Victorian scrap, Birn Brothers of Cricklewood, NW London. 19th century

Advertisement, Clarkes Pyramid and Fairy Light (engraving)
1041854 Advertisement, Clarkes Pyramid and Fairy Light (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement, Clarkes Pyramid and Fairy Light)

Shoot-up Hill, Cricklewood, London (b / w photo)
3105965 Shoot-up Hill, Cricklewood, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shoot-up Hill, Cricklewood, London)

Cricklewood Garage (photo)
602438 Cricklewood Garage (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Drivers pose beside their motor vehicle buses at Cricklewood Garage, London)

Advertisement, Clarkes Pyramid and Fairy Light Company (engraving)
1626943 Advertisement, Clarkes Pyramid and Fairy Light Company (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement, Clarkes Pyramid and Fairy Light Company)

Advertisement, Clarkes Cricklite Lamps (chromolitho)
1593103 Advertisement, Clarkes Cricklite Lamps (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement, Clarkes Cricklite Lamps)

Advertisement, Clarkes Pyramid and Fairy Light (engraving)
1056820 Advertisement, Clarkes Pyramid and Fairy Light (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement, Clarkes Pyramid and Fairy Light)

Advertisement, Clarkes "Cricklite"Lamps (chromolitho)
1615814 Advertisement, Clarkes " Cricklite" Lamps (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement, Clarkes " Cricklite" Lamps)

Barnet NW2 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Barnet NW2 1

Handley Page O / 400 HP-12
A Woman Passenger Boarding a Handley Page Transport O/400 HP.12 by Wooden Steps / Airstairs, with Men Waiting to Board the Converted Bomber Immediately after the First World War Date: 1919

Daimler MET and AEC B-type buses, Cricklewood Broadway, London. Artist: Bill Brunell
Right: Daimler MET Bus 1912 Vehicle Reg. No. LF9557. Centre: AEC B-type bus. Place: Cricklewood Broadway. London

Rest Home For Horses
January 1913: The Home of Rest for Horses at Cricklewood, north London, where the horses annual New Year dinner is about to take place. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

New Year Diners
January 1913: A half starved costers donkey and a horse called Max enjoy their New Years Dinner at the Home of Rest for Horses in Cricklewood. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

An engine jig for assembling engine and controls in the Handley page works at Cricklewood where assembly and equipment of the latest type of heavy bomber aeroplanes built for the Royal Air Force

Handley Page O / 100 3119 at Cricklewood in April 1917
Handley Page O/100, 3119, at Cricklewood in April 1917

Handley Page O / 100 B9446
The first Handley Page O/100, B9446, to be powered by Sunbeam Cossack engines at Cricklewood in November 1917. Date: 1917

Firefighter at the scene of a fire in a furniture shop
Firefighter working at the scene of a fire in a furniture shop, Cricklewood, NW London

Firefighters at the scene of a fire in a furniture shop
Firefighters working at the scene of a fire in a furniture shop, Cricklewood, NW London

Firefighters attending fire at commercial premises
Firefighters attending a fire at commercial premises in Cricklewood, NW London

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"Cricklewood: A Glimpse into its Fascinating Past" Step back in time to the year 1921, where Sherlock Holmes captivated audiences with his brilliant deductions. Cricklewood, located in NW London, was a bustling neighborhood filled with intriguing stories and hidden gems. Robinsons Ltd removal vans were a common sight on the streets of Cricklewood, as residents moved homes and businesses flourished. The Stoll film studios building stood tall, witnessing the birth of countless cinematic masterpieces that transported viewers to different worlds. Imagine being one of the daring pilots who soared through the skies at 6, 500ft above Cricklewood. Alongside 40 passengers, they experienced breathtaking views from their mysterious aircraft. The Crown Hotel in Cricklewood holds memories frozen in time within its photo frames. It served as a meeting place for locals and travelers alike – a hub of laughter and shared stories. Strolling down The Parade in Cricklewood felt like stepping into an enchanting era captured by vintage photographs. Every shop window told tales of vibrant life and bustling trade. Advertisements adorned walls showcasing products from Pyramid Lamp and Light Works – their engravings capturing both elegance and innovation. Clarkes Pyramid and Fairy Light Company also made its mark with enchanting displays that lit up homes across London. Victorian scrapbooks crafted by Birn Brothers offered glimpses into cherished moments preserved between pages. Each delicate piece revealed snippets of history waiting to be discovered anew. Shoot-up Hill stands proud amidst black-and-white photos - an iconic landmark etched into the memory of every resident. Its name evokes curiosity while hinting at untold tales lurking beneath its surface. Cricklewood Garage played host to countless vehicles passing through this vibrant neighborhood - each telling their own story through tire tracks imprinted on roads well-traveled.