Docks Collection (page 4)

Liverpool Overhead Railway in 1907

Fish packing shed, Grimsby, Victorian period. Date: late 19th century

Fishing boats, Grimsby Docks, Victorian period. Date: late 19th century

India House, Manchester, 1912 (oil on canvas)
3518772 India House, Manchester, 1912 (oil on canvas) by Valette, Adolphe (1876-1942); 142x86 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: A sheltered view down the River Medlock in Manchester)

View of the Wooden Pier at Broughty Ferry, 1874 (w / c)
6199627 View of the Wooden Pier at Broughty Ferry, 1874 (w/c) by Cranstoun, James Hall (1821-1907); 24.8x35.6 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; Dundee Art Galleries and Museums

Pier and sands, New Brighton, Merseyside (colour litho)
7153953 Pier and sands, New Brighton, Merseyside (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pier and sands, New Brighton, Merseyside)

The Docks (b / w photo)
5225557 The Docks (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Docks. Fleetwood: Illustration for souvenir booklet on Fleetwood (G B Woods)

Study for Deserted - a Foundling (oil on canvas)
2956891 Study for Deserted - a Foundling (oil on canvas) by Holl, Frank (1845-88); 55.25x76.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The scene is Bankside, the London docks)

Liverpool Dockers at Dawn, 1903 (oil on canvas)
XIR36941 Liverpool Dockers at Dawn, 1903 (oil on canvas) by Tardieu, Victor Francois (1870-1937); 61x76 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Wapping, 1860-64 (oil on canvas)
4073475 Wapping, 1860-64 (oil on canvas) by Whistler, James Abbott McNeill (1834-1903); 72x101.8 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; American, out of copyright

National Union of Seamen (Mersey Area) mass meeting held at Liverpool Pierhead near the Seamans war memorial during the ongoing seamans strike

The last watch at the Brunswick Dock, (left to right), acting dockmaster Alec Broadbent, gatemen Bob Bennett, Cyril Vine, Charles Goldson and Geoff Dawson. 3rd January 1975

Only a few groups of men stand chatting at the gate of a deserted Manchester dock May 1951 P011969

The Reina Del Pacifico returns to Liverpool. 24th July 1957

Austin A40 Devon for export, Cardiff 1950. Creator: Unknown
Austin A40 Devon for export, Cardiff 1950

Billingsgate Fish Market, 1808, (1944). Creators: Thomas Rowlandson, Augustus Charles Pugin
Billingsgate Fish Market, 1808, (1944). View of the old open-air fish market on the banks of the River Thames in the City of London. Fresh fish was landed and sold directly on the dockside

Shipping in the Pool of London: A Vista from London Bridge to Tower Bridge, c1935. Barges on the River Thames. From " Wonderful London, Volume 1", edited by Arthur St John Adcock

Skiffs at the town docks in Jonesport, Maine

RMS Oceanic in Graving Dock, Liverpool
RMS Oceanic in Graving Dock (Dry Dock), Liverpool, shortly before launch in 1899. Date: circa 1899

Deptford Dockyard
The naval dockyard at Deptford, with Greenwich in the distance. Our Picture Library is out of sight, to the right of the picture. Date: 1793

I K Brunel / Col Portrait
ISAMBARD KINGDOM BRUNEL Designer and builder of railroads, bridges, tunnels, steamships, docks &c. Portrait at his desk. Date: 1806 - 1859

Firefighters outside mobile kitchen, WW2
Firefighters enjoying a mug of tea outside a mobile kitchen presented to the National Fire Service by the Order of the Eastern Star, Manitoba, Canada, during the Second World War

The Gun Dock at Wapping, 1850 (pen, ink & wash on paper)
XJF477669 The Gun Dock at Wapping, 1850 (pen, ink & wash on paper) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Entrance to the Limehouse Dock, 1850 (pen, ink & wash on paper)
XJF472288 Entrance to the Limehouse Dock, 1850 (pen, ink & wash on paper) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Newfoundland, Canada - St. Johns from the Harbour Mouth Date: 1902

RMS Mauretania in Liverpool Docks, Liverpool, England
Cunard Line RMS Mauretania at the landing stage, Liverpool Docks, Liverpool, England. Date: circa 1910

Gloucester Historic Docks, Dock Basin with paddle steamer, former warehouses, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Gloucester Historic Docks, Narrow Boats, Soldiers Museum, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

London during the Blitz While services are being held in London, commemorating the second anniversary of The Battle of Britain

Boats moored at marina, River Ribble, Preston Dock, Preston, Lancashire England, February

QUEENs DOCK, HULL. The Port of Hull is a trading port located at the confluence of the River Hull and the Humber Estuary in the city of Kingston upon Hull in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England

Royal Naval Barracks - Devonport, Plymouth
Royal Naval Barracks - Devonport (Plymouth Docks), Plymouth, Devon Date: circa 1910s

Dockside cranes. These cranes are designed for high-speed loading and unloading of containers. The container system is an efficient means of transporting many and varied types of cargo

Pembroke Dock with royal yacht, Pembrokeshire, South Wales
View of Pembroke Dock with the royal yacht Victoria and Albert, Pembrokeshire, South Wales. This was the third royal yacht to bear this name -- it was built in Pembroke Dock and launched in 1899

Container Port and city skyline, Montevideo, Uruguay, South America

The General Strike - Government leaders
Government leaders during the General Strike: Ministers and Commissioners. 1. Chief Civil Commissioner: Sir W. Mitchell-Thomson, 2. Principal Chief Assistant Commissioner, Mr. A. B. Lowry, 3

Liverpool Docks / 1902
Scene at Liverpool Docks showing sailing ships and salthouse

Queen Elizabeth in 1940
She anchors beside her elder sister, Queen Mary, in the docks at New York, for safety during World War Two : both will be used for wartime purposes

Egypt / Port Said / Docks
Ships load and unload at docks in Port Said, at the Northern entrance to the Suez Canal

Grimsby Fishermen
Early morning mist in No 2 Fish Dock, Grimsby, Lincolnshire, England. The large discs in the foreground are used as rollers to stir up the sea bed and catch fish

Icelandic Trawler
This British built Icelandic trawler at Grimsby docks, Lincolnshire, England, is being lifted up to examine the hull and for repainting

Docks Liverpool
The Goree Warehouses, Georges Dock, Liverpool

Port Lyttelton, New Zealand with the Entrance to the New Graving Dock (engraving)
1624349 Port Lyttelton, New Zealand with the Entrance to the New Graving Dock (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Port Lyttelton)

Salthouse Dock, Liverpool (b / w photo)
983373 Salthouse Dock, Liverpool (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Salthouse Dock)

Scene at Southampton Docks Date: circa 1890s

Photograph of Ship Hotel, Tilbury Docks, Essex. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1929

The America Cup Challenger, Launch of "Shamrock II"at Dumbarton, 20 April (b / w photo)
1593608 The America Cup Challenger, Launch of " Shamrock II" at Dumbarton, 20 April (b/w photo) by English Photographer

On the Thames below Greenwich, c. 1905 (w / c on paper)
BOU217136 On the Thames below Greenwich, c.1905 (w/c on paper) by Dixon, Charles Edward (1872-1934); Private Collection; Bourne Gallery, Reigate, Surrey; English, out of copyright

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"Docks: A Journey Through History and Industry" Step back in time as we explore the captivating world of docks. From Isambard Kingdom Brunel's innovative use of chains to Aberdeen Harbour's bustling activity in Scotland, these structures have played a vital role in shaping our maritime heritage. Witness the grandeur of The Transporter Bridge, an iconic landmark that spans the River Tees in Middlesbrough, Teesside. Its towering presence stands as a testament to human engineering prowess and connects communities on either side. During the Second World War in 1940, HMS Exeter arrived at Plymouth's dock, carrying stories of bravery and sacrifice. This historic moment reminds us of the pivotal role docks played during times of conflict. In Portsmouth, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom lies HMS Victory proudly docked. As one gazes upon this magnificent vessel that once sailed into battle under Admiral Nelson's command, it is impossible not to feel a sense of awe and admiration for its rich history. Liverpool Docks come alive with vibrant energy as Cid Officers transform into hardworking dockers. These dedicated individuals ensure smooth operations while preserving their city's reputation as a thriving port. Manchester Docks witnessed powerful suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst making her mark on history. Her activism amidst these industrial surroundings serves as a reminder that progress can be made even against formidable odds. At Hartlepool Maritime Experience stands HMS Trincomalee—a British frigate from 1817—offering visitors an immersive journey through time. Step aboard this majestic ship and imagine life at sea centuries ago. A glimpse into Dublin's past reveals an intricate map from 1797 showcasing the strategic importance of its docks within trade networks across Europe. These waterways served as gateways to prosperity for countless merchants throughout history. The Prospect of Whitby pub stands tall along London's river Thames—an enduring symbol representing centuries-old connections between pubs and ports alike.