Northwich Collection

Anderton Boat Lift
The Anderton Boat Lift, near Northwich, Cheshire, England, which transfers the canal narrow boats from the River Weaver to the Trent and Mersey Canal and vice-versa. Date: June 1963

British Narrowboat
Narrow boats lashed together, on the Trent and Mersey Canal, near Northwich, Cheshire, England

Northwich Swing Bridge
A scene on the Manchester Ship Canal at Warrington, Cheshire, England, showing the Northwich Road Swing Bridge, opened to allow a large vessel to pass along the canal. Date: 1950s

Our artists waking dream of a street in Northwich (litho)
3658220 Our artists waking dream of a street in Northwich (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our artists waking dream of a street in Northwich)

Salt Refining 1823
A salt refiner at Northwich, Cheshire

Cheshire West and Chester CW9 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Cheshire West and Chester CW9 5

Celebration Arch, Northwich

Northwich celebration arch early 1900s

Witton Street, Northwich

Northwich Witton Street probably 1930s

County Map of Cheshire, 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

Trades in Regency England: Ale-house, silk mill and stocking weaver. Customers drinking Burton ale outside a pub 49, workers dying and drying silk in a mill in Derby 50

Interior of a rock salt mine at Northwich, Cheshire. Miners preparing to haul salt up to the surface. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelms Unterhaltungen aus der

The Extraordinary Land Subsidence at Northwich (b / w photo)
1606774 The Extraordinary Land Subsidence at Northwich (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Extraordinary Land Subsidence at Northwich)

John Twemlow of Northwich. 1800

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)

Edmond Slee, cooper, basket, corn seive, measure and hamper manufacturer, trade card (engraving)
731620 Edmond Slee, cooper, basket, corn seive, measure and hamper manufacturer, trade card (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edmond Slee, cooper, basket)

Trades in Regency England: Spar ornaments, pottery ware and salt refiner
6340300 Trades in Regency England: Spar ornaments, pottery ware and salt refiner by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: Trades in Regency England: Spar ornaments, pottery ware and salt refiner)

The Land Subsidence in the Salt Districts of Cheshire (engraving)
1060425 The Land Subsidence in the Salt Districts of Cheshire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Land Subsidence in the Salt Districts of Cheshire)

Mr Joseph Verdin (engraving)
1056464 Mr Joseph Verdin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Joseph Verdin. Illustration for The Graphic)

The Dangers of Salt-Mining, Sketches at Northwich, Cheshire (engraving)
1058667 The Dangers of Salt-Mining, Sketches at Northwich, Cheshire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dangers of Salt-Mining, Sketches at Northwich)

Milton Keynes MK6 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Milton Keynes MK6 3

Subsidence in London Road, Northwich, 1905. Artist: Jeffries
Subsidence in London Road, Northwich, Cheshire, 1905

Rock Salt: Refining salt, Northwich, Cheshire, England, c19th century

The Cathedral, Marston Salt Mine, Northwich, Cheshire, England, 19th century
The Cathedral, Marston Salt Mine, Northwich, Cheshire, England, showing the pillars of salt that have been left to support the ceiling of the cavern which has been left after the excavation of rock

Interior of Marston Salt Mine, Northwich, Cheshire, England, c1880. This shows how pillars of rock have been left to support the roof

Red Lion, Chester Road, Hartford, Northwich, England
Red Lion, Chester Road, Hartford, Northwich, Cheshire, England. Date: 1908

Rock Salt: Marston Salt Mine, Northwich, Cheshire, England, showing how pillars of rock salt were left to support roof. In background work continues by candlelight in chamber called The Cathedral

Subsidance Fractures, Warrington Road, Northwich, England
Subsidance Fractures, Warrington Road, Northwich, Cheshire, England. Date: 1910s

Subsidance Work, Northwich, England
Subsidance Work, Northwich, Cheshire, England. Caption: Street Lifting and Shoplifting in Northwich Owing to Subsidence. Date: 1910s

Interior of Marston Salt Mine, Northwich, Cheshire, England, showing how pillars of rock have been left to support the roof

Northwich Viaduct - 1893
Northwich Viaduct River Weaver Cheshire

Floods in Cheshire
When Northwich, Cheshire, is inundated, the streets are full of boats - even a sailing boat ! - rescuing people from their homes, while others are evacuated on piggy-back

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Discover the hidden gems of Northwich, a town steeped in history and charm. From the iconic Anderton Boat Lift to the picturesque British Narrowboats gliding along its canals, this place is a dream for any adventurer. Step back in time with our artists' litho depiction of a street in Northwich, capturing the essence of its vibrant past. Witness the legacy of salt refining that dates back to 1823, as you explore the remnants of this once-thriving industry. Marvel at the grandeur of the Celebration Arch, an architectural masterpiece that adorned Northwich during early 1900s festivities. Transport yourself to another era on Witton Street, where time seems frozen in photographs from probably 1930s - a nostalgic glimpse into bygone days. Uncover Cheshire's rich heritage with a County Map from c. 1777, showcasing Northwich's importance within Regency England's trades such as ale-house and silk mill establishments. Immerse yourself in history as you delve into an interior view of a rock salt mine at Northwich - witness firsthand how this precious resource was extracted from beneath our feet. But not all tales are idyllic; behold the extraordinary land subsidence captured in black and white photography - reminding us of nature's unpredictable forces shaping Northwich's landscape over time. Northwich beckons explorers seeking both beauty and intrigue; come experience its captivating stories etched into every corner.