Sonning Collection

The Last Broad Gauge Locomotive, May 1892
The last broad gauge locomotive to leave Paddingon can be seen here passing through Sonning Cutting

River Thames at Sonning Lock, Berkshire - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

River Thames at Sonning Bridge, Berkshire - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Sonning village, on the River Thames, Berkshire - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Sonning Bridge, River Thames, Berkshire - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

The Fountain Court, Deanery Gardens, from The English Country House (b/w photo)
CLF306393 The Fountain Court, Deanery Gardens, from The English Country House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

Sonning (colour litho)
3101311 Sonning (colour litho) by Haslehust, Ernest William (1866-1949); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sonning. Illustration for Our Beautiful Homeland series (various)

Vintage 19th century / 1900 photograph: Sonning, Berkshire, White Hart Hotel on the bank of the River Thames

The Hall Fireplace (b / w photo)
3103135 The Hall Fireplace (b/w photo) by Latham, Charles (d.1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hall Fireplace. Photograph in In English Homes Vol 1 (Country Life)

Sonning (colour litho)
2792562 Sonning (colour litho) by Menpes, Mortimer Ludington (1855-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sonning. Illustration for The Thames by Mortimer Menpes, text by G E Mitton (A&C Black)

Sonning Bridge, c. 1882 (watercolour on paper)
1217412 Sonning Bridge, c. 1882 (watercolour on paper) by Hunt, Alfred William (1830-96); 36.1x51.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; English, out of copyright

The Rose Garden at Sonning (colour litho)
2792561 The Rose Garden at Sonning (colour litho) by Menpes, Mortimer Ludington (1855-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Rose Garden at Sonning)

Ascot Heath Races (engraving)
1617152 Ascot Heath Races (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ascot Heath Races. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 17 June 1843)

The Hall from the Entrance (b / w photo)
3103138 The Hall from the Entrance (b/w photo) by Latham, Charles (d.1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hall from the Entrance)

The Fountain Court (b / w photo)
3103404 The Fountain Court (b/w photo) by Latham, Charles (d.1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fountain Court. Photograph in Gardens Old and New Vol III (Country Life)

Sonning Festival. Sonning, Berkshire. June 1976

Sonning Festival. Sonning High Street, Berkshire. June 1976

Snow scenes at Sonning, Berkshire. December 1981

Berkshire RG4 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Berkshire RG4 6

Sonning Church, Sonning, Berkshire. Date: circa 1980s

The River Thames at Sonning, Berkshire. Date: 1980s

Sonning Lock, Reading, Berkshire, 1894. Creator: Unknown
Sonning Lock, Reading, Berkshire, 1894. Quiet stretch of the River Thames at Sonning. From Beautiful Britain; views of our stately homes. [The Werner Company of Chicago, 1894]

Sonning Lock: On the Thames, c1896. Artist: GW Wilson and Company
Sonning Lock: On the Thames, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

Sonning Lock on the River Thames, Berkshire, 1926. Artist: Cavenders Ltd
Sonning Lock on the River Thames, Berkshire, 1926. From the River Valleys set of hand-coloured cigarette cards issued with Army Club Cigarettes, Cavanders Ltd, 1926

Sonning Lock, 20th Century. Postcard from The Souvenir Album, Views of London And The River Thames, From London To Oxford, (London, 20th Century)

Thames / Sonning C1910
The Thames at Sonning in Berkshire Date: circa 1910

St Andrews Church, Sonning, Berkshire
St Andrews Church, Sonning, Wokingham, near Reading, Berkshire, England. Date: 1906

Lockhouse, Sonning, Berkshire
Lockhouse, Sonning, Reading, near Twyford, Berkshire, England. The Thames Date: 1920s

The Village, Sonning, Berkshire
The Village, Sonning, Wokingham, near Reading, Berkshire, England. Date: 1900s

Picture No. 10900451
Bridge - over River Thames Date:

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Discover the timeless charm of Sonning, a picturesque village nestled along the River Thames in Berkshire. Step back in time to May 1892, when the last broad gauge locomotive chugged through this idyllic countryside, leaving behind a legacy of railway history. The tranquil waters Lock invite you to take a leisurely stroll along its banks and soak in the beauty of nature. Crossing over Sonning Bridge, you'll be captivated by its architectural splendor as it spans across the glistening river. Wander through the quaint streets village, where traditional English cottages line the riverside, creating an enchanting atmosphere that seems straight out of a storybook. Immerse yourself in history as you explore The Fountain Court at Deanery Gardens, captured beautifully in black and white photography from 'The English Country House. ' Marvel at how time has stood still here, preserving its elegance and grandeur for generations to come. As you meander further along the River Thames at Sonning Lock, let your senses be overwhelmed by the breathtaking scenery that surrounds you. Capture moments reminiscent of vintage 19th-century photographs that showcase Sonning's timeless allure. Finally, find solace by warming up next to The Hall Fireplace - an inviting spot where stories have been shared and memories made throughout centuries past. Let your imagination run wild as you envision life within these historic walls. Sonning is more than just a place; it's an experience that transports you back to simpler times. So come and immerse yourself in this charming haven on the River Thames – where natural beauty meets rich heritage.