Serpentine Collection

Skinny-Dippers
A British policewoman chasing after a group of naked street boys by the Serpentine in Hyde Park, London. (Photo by Reg Speller/Getty Images)

View of the Great Exhibition from across the Serpentine
The Great Exhibition of All Nations in Hyde Park, London - general view of the Crystal Palace from across the Serpentine

The River Westbourne running through Sloane Square tube stat
A conduit containing the overflow from the Serpentine running above the platforms at Sloane Square underground station. Date: 1909

Hyde Park and the Serpentine, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Peter Pan Statue
The Peter Pan monument was erected on 1 May 1912 in Kensington Gardens and sculpted by George Frampton. Peter Pan entered London along the Serpentine in the story

Yachting at Kensington
Sailing model yachts on the Serpentine in Kensington Gardens, Hyde Park

Serpentine / Reznicek
Every illustrator of the day has a go at depicting the Serpentine Dance : Reznicek admirably captures the swirling movement which is the essence of the dance

Peter Pan Statue
The Peter Pan statue was erected on 1 May 1912 in Kensington Gardens and sculpted by George Frampton. Peter Pan entered London along the Serpentine in the story

HRH Princess Diana, The Princess of Wales arrives for The Serpentine GalleryOs summer party in Kensington Gardens, London, hosted by Vanity Fair on 29th June 1994

Geological map of the European Alps, lithograph, published in 1897
Geological map of the European Alps. Lithograph, published in 1897

Loie Fuller / Cheret 1890S
LOIE FULLER (Mary Louise Fuller) American dancer doing her Serpentine Dance in Paris during the 1890s

LONDON / HYDE PARK 1892
A nanny watches children play by the Serpentine, Kensington Gardens. Date: 1892

Serpentine Lido, 1938
Bathers and swans enjoying the sunshine at the Serpentine Lido in Londons Hyde Park in 1938. The Lido was set up by George Lansbury, the first Commissioner of Works in 1930. Date: 1938

The Serpentine Lido
Bathers using the diving board and paddling pool at the Serpentine Lido, Hyde Park, central London, England. Date: early 1930s

Unchilled Enthusiasm, bathing in the Serpentine during the late frost (engraving)
1038667 Unchilled Enthusiasm, bathing in the Serpentine during the late frost (engraving) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Unchilled Enthusiasm)

Christmas morning swim in the Serpentine
Page from the Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News featuring various sketches of the Christmas morning swimming handicap in the Serpentine in Hyde Park

Unchilled enthusiasm, winter bathing in the Serpentine (litho)
959138 Unchilled enthusiasm, winter bathing in the Serpentine (litho) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Unchilled enthusiasm, winter bathing in the Serpentine)

Unchilled enthusiasm, winter bathing in the Serpentine (litho)
959135 Unchilled enthusiasm, winter bathing in the Serpentine (litho) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Unchilled enthusiasm, winter bathing in the Serpentine)

Children feeding the swans on the Serpentine, London, 1926-1927. From Wonderful London, volume II, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)

Family Day Out
A little boy and his sister try to sail a toy boat on the Serpentine. Luckily Dad is there to give them a helping hand with a stick. Date: mid 1960s

Winding mountain road to Sa Calobra, Tramuntana Mountains, Majorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, Europe

Serpentine Scene 1858
The Serpentine is turned into a seaside resort

Winter view of Maloja Pass road, Graubunden, Switzerland

Hercules slays the Hydra, 17th century (engraving)
3480574 Hercules slays the Hydra, 17th century (engraving); (add.info.: Hercules slays the Hydra. Engraving from 'Tableaux du temple des muses' (1655) by Michel de Marolles (1600 - 1681)

Crowds of people at the Lansbury "Lido" at the Serpentine in Hyde Park, London, England in 1930
3058467 Crowds of people at the Lansbury "Lido" at the Serpentine in Hyde Park, London, England in 1930. From The Story of 25 Eventful Years in Pictures published 1935 by Unknown

The life-saving apparatus on the Serpentine, 1850
3330864 The life-saving apparatus on the Serpentine, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the life-saving apparatus on the Serpentine. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Skating at Night on the Serpentine, "Skates On, Sir!" (engraving)
1038952 Skating at Night on the Serpentine, "Skates On, Sir!" (engraving) by Reynolds, Frank (1876-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: Skating at Night on the Serpentine)

Autumn Road
Ovi D. Pop

Experiments with Captain Fowke's pontoon bridge on the Serpentine, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Experiments with Captain Fowke's pontoon bridge on the Serpentine, [London], 1860. The pontoon to be tested consists of an oblong framework of wood and iron

Skating in Hyde-Park - drawn by John Leech, 1857. Creator: Joseph Swain
Skating in Hyde-Park - drawn by John Leech, 1857. Winter entertainment in London....it is in the parks where Jack Frost is to be seen in all his glory - there his admirers assemble in

Plan of the New Opening into St. James's-Park, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Plan of the New Opening into St. James's-Park, 1856. Planning controversy in London. The facilities granted to hired carriages a few years since having been suddenly stopped in the autumn of last

The Peace Commemoration - the Fireworks in Hyde-Park and the Green-Park, sketched from Kensington-Ga Creator: Unknown
The Peace Commemoration - the Fireworks in Hyde-Park and the Green-Park, sketched from Kensington-Gardens, [London], 1856. Celebrating the end of the Crimean War

Wizard Tree, Cathedral Woods, North Conway, White Mountains, The, c1900. Creator: Unknown
Wizard Tree, Cathedral Woods, North Conway, White Mountains, The, c1900

Cast Iron Window Grill, c. 1936. Creator: Thomas Byrne
Cast Iron Window Grill, c. 1936

The Lizard Serpentine Signal-Staff Quarry, near Cadgwith, Cornwall, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Lizard Serpentine Signal-Staff Quarry, near Cadgwith, Cornwall, 1854. This Quarry...is being worked by Henderson's patented

The proposed road through Hyde Park to the International Exhibition, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The proposed road through Hyde Park to the International Exhibition, [London], 1862. The vexed question of the approaches to the Exhibition building still seems to be far from a satisfactory

Curvy road
Alexandru Ionut Coman

The ungentle shepherdess, A scene at the edge of the Serpentine in Hyde Park, London (b / w photo)
5998537 The ungentle shepherdess, A scene at the edge of the Serpentine in Hyde Park, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Winding road in Dades Gorge mountain canyon. Famous Morocco tourist landmark, R704 way

Sunburst during a foggy sunrise over Stryneelva river and fields, aerial view, Stryn, Nordfjorden, Sogn og Fjordane county, Norway

Curvy mountain road serpentine in green summer forest. Ukraine, Carpathian mountains. Landscape photography Curvy mountain road serpentine in green summer forest. Ukraine, Carpathian mountains

Curvy mountain road serpentine in summer mountains during sunset. Ukraine, Carpathian mountains. Landscape photography Curvy mountain road serpentine in summer mountains during sunset

Flight over the autumn mountains with road serpentine and pine forest. Top down view. Landscape photography Flight over the autumn mountains with road serpentine and pine forest. Top down view

Aerial drone view over the winter mountains with mountain road serpentine, river and forest. Landscape photography Aerial drone view over the winter mountains with mountain road serpentine

Flight over the summer mountains with mountain road serpentine and forest. Ukraine, Carpathian mountains. Landscape photography Flight over the summer mountains with mountain road serpentine

Trollstigen, Andalsnes, Norway. Serpentine Mountain Road Trollstigen. Famous Norwegian Landmark And Popular Destination. Norwegian County Road 63 Ins Trollstigen, Andalsnes, Norway

Sea side street near mountain with blue sky in clear day in Chanthaburi, Thailand

A circular rock labyrinth, used for meditation, is found on the edge of the Pacific Ocean just north of San Francisco in the Marin Headlands

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"Exploring the Serpentine: A Journey Through London's Iconic Waterway" Discover a hidden oasis in the heart of London as you dive into the world wonders. From daring skinny-dippers to tranquil yachting at Kensington, this captivating river offers an array of experiences for all. Step back in time and witness history unfold as you stroll along the River Westbourne running through Sloane Square tube station. Immerse yourself in nostalgia with a view of the Great Exhibition from across the Serpentine, transporting you to a bygone era. Marvel at the enchanting Peter Pan Statue, where childhood dreams come alive amidst Hyde Park's serene beauty. As you navigate its waters, let your imagination soar like Peter Pan himself. Delve into geological marvels with a glimpse of the European Alps on an intricate lithograph map published in 1897. Feel awe-struck by nature's grandeur and appreciate its timeless beauty. Experience artistry at its finest with Loie Fuller's mesmerizing performances captured by Cheret during the 1890s. Let their creative brilliance ignite your senses and leave you spellbound. Witness unchilled enthusiasm as brave souls take a dip in freezing temperatures during late frost engraving - proof that passion knows no bounds when it comes to enjoying the Serpentine's allure. Embrace tradition and celebrate Christmas morning with an invigorating swim in these pristine waters. Join fellow swimmers as they create lasting memories while embracing both nature and community spirit. The Serpentine is more than just water; it embodies adventure, history, artistry, and camaraderie within its currents. Soak up every moment along this iconic waterway that has woven itself into London's vibrant tapestry for centuries.