Fish Street Hill Collection

Old Fish Street Hill and the Monument to the Great Fire with members of the London Fire Brigade, London, England, 19th century. From Old England: A Pictorial Museum, published 1847

Fish Street Hill, Monument, and St Magnus Church, with Procession of Firemen (engraving)
2793428 Fish Street Hill, Monument, and St Magnus Church, with Procession of Firemen (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fish Street Hill, Monument)

Pretty Betty Brill (engraving)
730549 Pretty Betty Brill (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pretty Betty Brill, sung by Mr Grimaldi, at Sadlers Wells, London)

Sharp, Manufacturer of Watches, trade card (engraving)
610432 Sharp, Manufacturer of Watches, trade card (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sharp, Manufacturer of Watches)

View on Fish Street Hill, including the Monument, St Magnuss Church etc, London (engraving)
6004222 View on Fish Street Hill, including the Monument, St Magnuss Church etc, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View on Fish Street Hill)

Countrymen on a stage coach, the Monument and Pie Corner
6340331 Countrymen on a stage coach, the Monument and Pie Corner by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: Countrymen on a stage coach, the Monument and Pie Corner)

The Kings Weigh House Chapel, Fish Street Hill, recently pulled down (engraving)
1044384 The Kings Weigh House Chapel, Fish Street Hill, recently pulled down (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Kings Weigh House Chapel)

The Monument (engraving)
559881 The Monument (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Monument.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright

View of the Monument, c. 1770
GG72209 View of the Monument, c.1770 by James, William (1730-80); 36.8x62.9 cm; Private Collection; Photo eGavin Graham Gallery, London, UK; English, out of copyright

The Industrious Prentice Out of his Time and Married to his Masters Daughter: Industry and Idleness, plate 6, September 30, 1747

City of London EC3R 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of City of London EC3R 6

At the Base of the Monument of Fish Street Hill, c1935. Creator: Donald McLeish
At the Base of the Monument of Fish Street Hill, c1935. The Monument (left) in the City of London, designed by Christopher Wren to commemorate the outbreak of the Great Fire in 1666

The Monument, City of London, 1700. View of the Monuments west side and adjacent buildings, with figures and vehicles in Fish Street Hill below. Behind the Monument is a titled ribbon in the sky

Monument, London, 1795. Artist: Thomas Malton II
View south along Fish Street Hill, London, 1795 with Monument and the tower of St Magnus the Martyr on left. Also showing figures, carts, horses and coaches

Monument, London, 1796. Artist: Philip Audinet
View south along Fish Street Hill, London, 1796 with Monument and St Magnus the Martyr on left. Also with figures and carriages

Monument, London, 1812
View south along Fish Street Hill, London, 1812 showing the Monument and St Magnus the Martyr on the left with two women in the foreground

Monument, London, 1794. Artist: George Bickham
View south along Fish Street Hill, London, 1794 with Monument and St Magnus the Martyr on left. Also showing are shop fronts, figures, a cart and a coach

Monument, London, c1698
View of the Monuments west side and Fish Street Hill, London, c1698. Also showing adjacent buildings, figures, coaches and horses. In the sky above is a title on ribbon

Fish Street Hill and the Monument, London, 1817. Artist: Robert Cabbel Roffe
Fish Street Hill and the Monument, London, 1817. View of Fish Street Hill looking north, showing the Monument, with horse drawn vehicles and the clock of St Magnus the Martyr in the foreground

The Monument and Fish Street Hill, London, 1798. View of the Monument looking south down Fish Street Hill. The street is filled with horse drawn carriages; the spire of St Magnus the Martyr is

Fish Street Hill, London, 1795. Artist: Thomas Morris
View of Fish Street Hill, Monument and St Magnus the Martyr from Gracechurch Street, London, 1795. Also showing a variety of horse drawn vehicles, pedestrians and figures carrying baskets and packages

Fish Street Hill, London
Elevation of west side of Fish Street Hill, London, showing a variety of shops

Fish Street Hill, London, c1750. Artist: Thomas Bowles
View of the Monument in remembrance of the Great Fire of London in 1666, looking south down Fish Street Hill, London, c1750. Also showing a drover with livestock, carts and carriages

The industrious prentice... married... plate VI of Industry and Idleness, 1747
The industrious prentice out of his time and married to his masters daughter, plate VI of Industry and Idleness, 1747; the morning after the wedding

Sketch for Industry and Idleness - Plate VI, 1747. Artist: William Hogarth
Sketch for Industry and Idleness - Plate VI, 1747. The industrious prentice out of his time and married to his masters daughter

The Monument, Fish Street Hill, from the steeple of St. Magnus, c1903, (1903). Artist: Hedley Fitton
The Monument, Fish Street Hill, from the steeple of St. Magnus, c1903, (1903). From The Pall Mall Magazine Volume XXXI, edited by George R. Halkett. [Editorial and Publishing Offices, London, 1903]

The Monument to the Great Fire, London, 1926-1927. Artist: McLeish
The Monument to the Great Fire, London, 1926-1927. Christopher Wrens monument commemorating the outbreak of the Great Fire in 1666

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"Exploring the Historic Fish Street Hill: A Journey through London's Past" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history of Fish Street Hill, a captivating area that witnessed significant events and transformations throughout the centuries. From its humble beginnings to becoming an iconic part of London, this enchanting street holds tales waiting to be discovered. One cannot mention Fish Street Hill without acknowledging its prominent landmark, the Monument to the Great Fire. Standing tall and proud, it serves as a reminder of the devastating fire that ravaged London in 1666. Imagine walking alongside members of the London Fire Brigade from the 19th century, their bravery etched into every brick. As you stroll further along this historic path, you'll encounter St Magnus Church with its timeless beauty. The church has witnessed countless processions of firemen over generations – a testament to their dedication and heroism. Intriguing engravings capture snapshots of life on Fish Street Hill during different eras. "Pretty Betty Brill" graces one engraving, her presence adding charm and character to this bustling street. Another showcases Sharp, Manufacturer of Watches' trade card – a glimpse into craftsmanship that once thrived here. The view from Fish Street Hill offers breathtaking sights; take in panoramic scenes featuring not only the Monument but also St Magnus Church and more landmarks that have shaped London's skyline for centuries. Travelers arriving by stagecoach were greeted by Pie Corner at one end – a place where countrymen would disembark after long journeys before being captivated by all that awaited them within these vibrant streets. Sadly lost to time is The Kings Weigh House Chapel on Fish Street Hill which was recently pulled down according to an engraving. Its absence reminds us how cities evolve while preserving fragments of their pasts. Delve deeper into history with glimpses into daily life around The Monument captured in engravings dating back centuries ago. These snapshots allow us to witness the ever-changing face of this iconic structure.