Hornsey Collection

Turpin at Hornsey Gate
Dick Turpin bilking the toll at Hornsey Gate on his ride to York

Priory Road, Hornsey, London
Priory Road, Hornsey, Tottenham, near Crouch End/Hornsey, County of London, England. Date: 1913

County Map of Yorkshire East Riding, c. 1777
From The Large English Atlas: or, a new set of map of all the counties of England and Wales drawn from the several surveys which have been hitherto been published

Map of Hornsey and Neighbourhood in 1819, (c1876). Creator: Unknown
Map of Hornsey and Neighbourhood in 1819, (c1876).. The village grew dramatically after c1860. From " Old and New London: A Narrative of Its History, Its People, and Its Places

White Star Line, RMS Olympic, with crane, on postcard (back)
White Star Line, RMS Olympic, rare original postcard by Walton of Belfast, either 1910 or 1911 - as seen here, it was posted from Northern Ireland much later, in 1939

Hornsey, North London - North View Road Date: circa 1910s

Hornsey - St. Mary's Church
Hornsey, North London - St. Mary's Church (now a performing arts space). Date: 1911

Hornsey Pleasure Gardens, Crouch End, North London, with Alexandra Palace in the background Date: circa 1910

High Street, Hornsey, London N8. Date: 1903

County Map of Yorkshire, c. 1777
From The Large English Atlas: or, a new set of map of all the counties of England and Wales drawn from the several surveys which have been hitherto been published

Hornsey (engraving)
6006132 Hornsey (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hornsey. Illustration for London being an accurate History and Description of the British Metropolis)

Asylum of the Fishmongers and Poulterers Institution, Wood-Green, near Hornsey (engraving)
1095978 Asylum of the Fishmongers and Poulterers Institution, Wood-Green, near Hornsey (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Dick Turpin jumping Hornsey toll bar gate on his horse Black Bess (coloured engraving)
2654238 Dick Turpin jumping Hornsey toll bar gate on his horse Black Bess (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Photograph of General Havelock PH, Hornsey, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

Claude Duval
View of Claude Duvals house in Hornsey. drawn in 1825. Claude Duval (1643-1670) was a French highwayman in Restoration England

Hornsey Wood House Tavern (engraving)
614372 Hornsey Wood House Tavern (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hornsey Wood House Tavern)

Alexandra Orphanage for Infants, Hornsey, Messrs Habershon and Pite, Architects (engraving)
2812419 Alexandra Orphanage for Infants, Hornsey, Messrs Habershon and Pite, Architects (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexandra Orphanage for Infants)

Alexandra Orphanage for Infants, Block Plan (engraving)
2812418 Alexandra Orphanage for Infants, Block Plan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexandra Orphanage for Infants, Block Plan)

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)

The Fishmongers and Poulterers Institution at Wood Green, near Hornsey (engraving)
1620177 The Fishmongers and Poulterers Institution at Wood Green, near Hornsey (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Johnsons Retreat (colour litho)
3095691 Johnsons Retreat (colour litho) by Concanen, Alfred (1835-86); Private Collection; (add.info.: Johnsons Retreat. Illustration for The Wilds Of London by James Greenwood (Chatto and Windus)

State of the building for the Palace in Alexandra Park (engraving)
614131 State of the building for the Palace in Alexandra Park (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: State of the building for the Palace in Alexandra Park)

Park Chapel and Schools, Crouch End, Hornsey (engraving)
5213690 Park Chapel and Schools, Crouch End, Hornsey (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Park Chapel and Schools, Crouch End, Hornsey)

Boys Grammar School, Hornsey (engraving)
5209349 Boys Grammar School, Hornsey (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boys Grammar School, Hornsey)

New Parish Church of St Mary, Hornsey (engraving)
1596268 New Parish Church of St Mary, Hornsey (engraving) by Watkins, Frank (fl.1859-94); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Parish Church of St Mary, Hornsey)

Villa at Hornsey, erected for Mr W R Perry (engraving)
6018767 Villa at Hornsey, erected for Mr W R Perry (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Villa at Hornsey, erected for Mr W R Perry)

A trip to Hornsey, London; song (engraving)
586352 A trip to Hornsey, London; song (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A trip to Hornsey)

The first match of the British Ladies Football Club (engraving)
559940 The first match of the British Ladies Football Club (engraving) by Paget, Henry Marriott (1856-1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: The first match of the British Ladies Football Club)

The Girls School, Crouch End, Hornsey (engraving)
5209345 The Girls School, Crouch End, Hornsey (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Girls School, Crouch End, Hornsey)

Hornsey Church, Middlesex (engraving)
3649175 Hornsey Church, Middlesex (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hornsey Church, Middlesex)

Haringey N8 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Haringey N8 7

Haringey N8 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Haringey N8 0

Hornsey Church in 1750, (c1876). Creator: Unknown
Hornsey Church in 1750, (c1876). All that remains of St Marys Church is its Grade II listed bell tower, standing in the former churchyard, used as a burial ground for hundreds of years

Automatic Coaling at Hornsey Station, Middlesex, 1935. Creator: Unknown
Automatic Coaling at Hornsey Station, Middlesex, 1935. From " Railway Wonders of the World, Vol. 1". [The Amalgamated Press Limited, London, 1935]

Church of St Mary, Hornsey, Haringey, London, c1800

Hornsey, London, 1811. Artist: J Greig
Hornsey, London, 1811. Now part of the London Borough of Haringey, Hornsey was a rural parish in Middlesex in the early 19th century

Aftermath of a fire at 8 Nelson Road, Hornsey, WW2
The aftermath of a fire at 8 Nelson Road, Hornsey, East London

Truant School Licence Form
Licence to live outside the Walthamstow Truant Industrial School issued in the 1880s by the Tottenham, Hornsey and Edmonton School Boards. Date: 1880s

London, England - Hornsey Church - Creeper Covered Building.. Part of Box 177 Boswell collection - Round about London. Date: circa 1897

Poultry Shed and Cow House
English domestic architecture: Designs of a Poultry Shed and Cow House at Muswell Hill, Hornsey for J.L. Hancock Esq. From George Alfred Deans Series of Selected Designs for Country Residences

The Hall - Aged Pilgrims Asylum, Hornsey Rise, North London
The Hall at the Aged Pilgrims Asylum, Hornsey Rise, North London. 1649 Pensioners, 120 inmates (!) - 43 Daily Expenditure

Alexandra Orphanage, Hornsey Rise, London - Bedtime
A dormitory at the Alexandra Orphanage, Hornsey Rise, London. Boys in nightshirts get ready for bed. Date: circa 1902

Morris J Type Van Accident, Hyde Works, St Jamess Lane, Muswell Hill, near Hornsey, County of London, England. Location stated is of the owner. Date: 1950s

Former Kitchener Home Boy in Canada
A former inmate of the Kitchener Memorial Home For Boys, 122 Hillfield Avenue, Hornsey, after his emigration to Canada. The home, operated by the Waifs and Strays Society, could house 50 boys

Kitchener Memorial Home, Hornsey, London
The Kitchener Home for Boys, opened by the Waifs and Strays Society in 1918 at 122 Hillfield Avenue, Hornsey. Date: Circa 1921

Hornsey Church
A wedding procession passes through the graveyard in a rural setting. Date: circa 1840

Hornsey House
in the early 19th century Date: circa 1810

Hornsey Wood House
This was Elizabeth Is hunting lodge. Date: circa 1830

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"Hornsey: A Historic Journey Through Time" Step into the past with Turpin at Hornsey Gate, as we explore the rich history of this enchanting town. Delve into the County Map of Yorkshire East Riding from 1777 and discover the roots that shaped Hornsey's identity. Transport yourself to a bygone era through a postcard featuring White Star Line's majestic RMS Olympic, standing tall beside a crane. Witness how Hornsey has evolved over time, from North View Road to St. Mary's Church, each holding stories etched in their very foundations. Unwind in the tranquil Hornsey Pleasure Gardens nestled in Crouch End, where generations have sought solace amidst nature's embrace. Take a stroll down High Street, immersing yourself in its vibrant atmosphere and witnessing its transformation throughout London N8. Trace back centuries with an intriguing Map and Neighbourhood from 1819; an artifact shrouded in mystery crafted by an unknown hand. Marvel at the intricate details on the County Map of Yorkshire from 1777, offering glimpses into forgotten landscapes. Immerse yourself further with captivating engravings depicting both Dick Turpin leaping over Hornsey toll bar gate on his faithful steed Black Bess and Asylum of Fishmongers and Poulterers Institution near Wood-Green—a testament to humanity's progress throughout time. Hornsey beckons you to uncover its hidden tales and immerse yourself within its historical tapestry. Embark on this journey through time as you unravel layers upon layers of intrigue that make up this remarkable town called Hornsey.