Dartford Collection

Toll booths on the south side of the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge, crossing the River Thames at Dartford at dusk, border of Kent and Essex, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The Clock Tower, Crayford, Kent
The Clock Tower, Crayford, Dartford, Kent, England. Date: 1910s

Dartford, Messrs. Burroughs, Wellcome & Co.s factory, London and suburbs, England. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

City of London Asylum, Stone, Dartford, Kent
The City of London Asylum for pauper lunatics was established in 1862 on Cotton Lane at Stone near Dartford, Kent. The buildings, designed by James Bunstone Bunning

Signpost at Lands End, Cornwall, giving the distance to John o Groats, New York and other distant places. circa 1980s

Phoenix Paper Mills and Pond - Dartford, Kent, England, with the large mill pond which helped to power the facility. Wellcome took over in 1889 and turned the site over to a pharmaceutical purpose

Daren Bread Mill. Burroughs Wellcome & Co. Dartford. Part of Box 129 Boswell Collection - Local Views. Date: early 1900s

View of St Marys Church, Stone, near Dartford, Kent, nicknamed the Lantern of Kent, dating back to the 13th century. circa 1845

Band, Darenth Training Colony Band, Kent
The military band at the Darenth Training Colony near Dartford in Kent. The colony, for adult mental defectives, was set up by the Metropolitan Asylums Board in 1904 as an addition to the existing

Darenth Schools and Training Colony, Kent
The Darenth Schools (top left), near Dartford in Kent, were opened in 1878 by the Metropolitan Asylums Board as a residential institution for imbecile children from London

Dartford, Messrs, 1900
1579980 Dartford, Messrs, 1900; (add.info.: Dartford, Messrs. Burroughs, Welcome & Co.'s factory, England between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Bridge and Overy Liberty, Dartford, Kent, England. In Medieval Dartford, Overy Liberty was separated from the rest of the town by the River Darent. Date: 1906

Type 45 Destroyer HMS Dauntless Sails Under the Dartford Bridge
Type 45 destroyer HMS Dauntless sails under Dartford Bridge on her way to London for a visit in September 2011 HMS Dauntless is the second in class of the new Type 45 Destroyers

Dartford England Skyline
Michael Tompsett

Dartford High Street early 1900s

Plans for the Thames tunnel (now known as the Dartford tunnel) connecting Kent and Essex. To stop congestion which was getting greater in central London Date: 1925

Norman Dodds MP and Teddy boys
Norman Noel Dodds (1903-1965), Cooperative politician pictured talking to some Teddy boys in a bar or pub. MP for Dartford from 1945-1955 and for Erith

Norman Dodds MP
Norman Noel Dodds (1903-1965), Labour Cooperative politician. MP for Dartford from 1945-55 and for Erith and Crayford from 1955 until his death in 1965, aged 61. Date: c.1950

John Speeds map of Kent, 1611
Image from Theatre of the Empire of Great Britaine presenting an exact geography of the Kingdomes of Ireland, Scotland, Ireland, and the Iles adioyning with The Shires, Hundreds

Female dartford warbler and young (b / w photo)
6021174 Female dartford warbler and young (b/w photo) by Kearton, Richard (1862-1928) & Cherry (1871-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Female dartford warbler and young)

Photograph of Walnut Tree PH, Dartford, Kent. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

Photograph of Coach & Horses PH, Dartford, Kent. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub

Physical training, modern developments (b / w photo)
6013662 Physical training, modern developments (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Physical training, modern developments)

Interior, St Marys Church, Stone, near Dartford, Kent
Interior view of St Marys Church, Stone, near Dartford, Kent, nicknamed the Lantern of Kent, dating back to the 13th century. Date: circa 1845

Doorway, St Marys Church, Stone, near Dartford, Kent
Doorway at St Marys Church, Stone, near Dartford, Kent, nicknamed the Lantern of Kent, dating back to the 13th century. Date: circa 1845

Market day, Dartford, Kent (engraving)
3622593 Market day, Dartford, Kent (engraving) by Adlard, Henry (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Market day, Dartford, Kent.); © Look and Learn

Members of the New Parliament (engraving)
1047896 Members of the New Parliament (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Members of the New Parliament)

Street scene of Dartford in Kent (engraving)
820755 Street scene of Dartford in Kent (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Street scene of Dartford in Kent)

Combating the Smallpox Epidemic, Scenes at Gore Farm Hospital, Dartford (b / w photo)
1629378 Combating the Smallpox Epidemic, Scenes at Gore Farm Hospital, Dartford (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Combating the Smallpox Epidemic)

The City Lunatic Asylum, near Dartford (engraving)
1099088 The City Lunatic Asylum, near Dartford (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The City Lunatic Asylum, near Dartford)

Railway Station (LT&SR), Bexley, Dartford, London, England. Date: 1916

Dartford DA10 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Dartford DA10 0

Dartford DA10 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Dartford DA10 1

Dartford DA9 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Dartford DA9 9

Dartford DA1 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Dartford DA1 1

Dartford DA4 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Dartford DA4 9

Dartford DA3 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Dartford DA3 8

Dartford DA4 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Dartford DA4 0

Dartford DA3 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Dartford DA3 7

Dartford DA2 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Dartford DA2 8

Dartford DA1 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Dartford DA1 3

Dartford DA2 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Dartford DA2 7

Dartford DA2 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Dartford DA2 6

Dartford DA1 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Dartford DA1 5

Dartford DA1 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Dartford DA1 4

Dartford DA1 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Dartford DA1 2

Dartford Priory, Kent, 1783. Artist: John Carter
Dartford Priory, Kent, 1783. Dartford Priory was founded in the 14th century but was closed in 1538 during the Dissolution of the Monasteries

Photograph of Bird In Hand PH, Dartford, Kent. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Face on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details

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Discover the hidden gems of Dartford, a charming town nestled in the heart of Kent. Step back in time as you admire the majestic Clock Tower, standing tall and proud amidst the hustle and bustle of Crayford. Uncover the rich history at Messrs. Burroughs, Wellcome & Co. s factory, where innovation and industry thrived in London's bustling streets. Immerse yourself in education at St Vincent's Industrial School, where young minds were shaped and nurtured to become future leaders. Explore the intriguing City of London Asylum in Stone, Dartford - a place that once provided solace for those seeking refuge from life's challenges. Witness a breathtaking sunset over Toll booths on the south side of Queen Elizabeth II Bridge; an iconic landmark connecting Kent and Essex across River Thames. Embark on an adventure to Lands End with its signpost pointing towards distant horizons - a reminder that Dartford is just one small part of England's vast beauty. Marvel at Phoenix Paper Mills and its serene mill pond, reflecting nature's tranquility against an industrial backdrop - a true juxtaposition worth experiencing. Indulge your senses with freshly baked bread from Daren Bread Mill; taste perfection crafted with love and expertise passed down through generations. Escape reality aboard Southern Railway Excursions; let them whisk you away to new destinations filled with wonderment and excitement. Gaze upon St Mary's Church in Stone near Dartford; witness architectural marvels that have stood strong throughout centuries, telling tales untold. Feel your heart soar as you listen to the harmonious melodies played by Darenth Training Colony Band; their music resonating through every corner of Kent. Experience compassion firsthand at Darenth Schools and Training Colony; witness lives transformed through care, support, and dedication to nurturing potential. Dartford holds countless stories within its borders – each one waiting to be discovered by those who seek a glimpse into its vibrant past and promising future.