Thames Collection (page 10)

Waterman (Petherick)
London characters: Once he offered the best way to cross the Thames but now every new bridge they build means less work for the THAMES WATERMAN. Still, its a nice uniform !

Thames waterman and his boat on the beach at Bankside, London, 1926-1927. Artist: McLeish
Thames waterman and his boat on the beach at Bankside, London, 1926-1927. St Pauls Cathedral is on the opposite bank. Illustration from Wonderful London, volume I, edited by Arthur St John Adcock

Boats on River, Shepperton, MiddleseX
Boats on River, Shepperton, near Sunbury on Thames, Middlesex, England. Date: 1907

Bird s-eye view of the Oxford and Cambridge boat-race course Date: 1875

Blind soldiers regatta at Putney, WW1
Blinded soldiers from St. Dunstans home for blinded sailor and soldiers in Regents Park, rowing in the boat they rowed to victory over the students of Westminster College

London in 1593
Map of centre of London in 1593 Date: 1593

The Paper Buildings, Inner Temple, London View of the Paper Buildings in the Temple, London View of the Paper Mills in the Temple, London, unknown artist, 18th century, British

Albert Bridge
The Albert Bridge between Chelsea and Battersea in London, circa 1885. Opened in 1872, it was named after the consort of Queen Victoria. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Town Hall, Richmond - Boats on the River Thames Date: circa 1910s

St. Pauls Cathedral and Blackfriars Bridge at dusk, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Big Ben with Hungerford Bridge at sunset, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Massey Shaw fireboat on the River Thames with firefighters standing to attention on deck

South Bank with City Hall, Shard London Bridge and More London buildings with the shadow of Tower Bridge in the foreground, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Thames Waterman
A waterman is about to row two women across the Thames, despite the proximity of London Bridge. Traffic is sufficient to keep 20, 000 watermen employed. Date: circa 1810

Massey Shaw fireboat demonstrates pumping
Moored at its Blackfriars river station on the Victoria Embankment, the newly commissioned Massey Shaw fireboat demonstrates its massive pumping capacity by discharging a vast amount of water

Old Chelsea riverside, London
A view across the Thames to the riverside of old Chelsea where a new embankment was under construction in the late 19th century

Water shortage and supply: Londons water stores, 1921
Seriously depleted by drought: Londons water stores in 1921 for seven million people, spread over 558 square miles.The Thames estuary is viewed looking east, towards the sea

Beating the Bounds Boats
ENGLAND - BEATING THE BOUNDS Choirboys and dignitaries sailing down the Thames in rowing boats, en route to St. Clement Danes for the beating the parish boundaries ceremony Date: early 1930s

London Romance
A couple shelter from the rain under a red umbrella during a romantic walk beside the River Thames and the Houses of Parliament, Westminster, central London. Date: 1960s

Views of the Festival of Britain construction
Four views of the Festival of Britain construction, dating from June 1950 to March 1951, with an aerial view below, showing Londons South Bank in October 1950, looking north across the River Thames

Great Crested Grebe (Podiceps cristatus) adult pair, in courtship display on water, River Thames, Henley-on-Thames, Thames Valley, Oxfordshire, England, april

Thames River view near York House, Richmond, Surrey, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Thames Embankment / Somerset House - floodlit
Thames Embankment and Somerset House, London by floodlight

Taggs Island, Molesey on the Thames to the west of London

Oxford practising for the Boat Race
The Oxford team practising for the annual Boat Race

Thames Embankment - Cecil and Savoy Hotels

A Couple Boating on the River Thames, 1879
Illustration showing a young couple, boating on the River Thames, enjoying a quiet moment among the long grasses of the river bank

Barnes Terrace, fronting on the Thames

Thames Gold Fields, Grahamstown, New Zealand
Engraving of small town with wooden framed houses, towers and industrial chimneys. Scene of the New Zealand gold rush

The Steamer Tiverton off Gravesend, 1884
Scene on the River Thames at Gravesend prior to the transatlantic crossing of the emigrant steam ship Tiverton, 1884

England / Canvey Island
The old sea wall which encircles Canvey Island, Essex, at the mouth of the River Thames. The wall was built about 1623 by the Dutch engineer Cornelius Vermuyder

Ice Skaters on River
Ice skaters on the River Thames at Burham Beeches, Buckinghamshire, England, during a cold snap

Magna Carta / Wynne
King John, pressured by the barons and threatened with insurrection, reluctantly signs the great charter on the Thames island of Runnymede

New London Bridge Open
The opening of new London Bridge - barges on the Thames, crowds on the shore, flags flying and a balloon over Southwark cathedral

Thames / Ascot Sunday 1914
The Thames at Maidenhead is jammed with boats of all kinds on Ascot Sunday at the height of the Season - a fashionable event for all levels of society

Mitre Hotel, Hampton Court, Greater London, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Exterior of Tower Bridge over the River Thames, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The River Thames, South Bank and City Hall on left, City of London on right, London, England

Houses of Parliament and London Eye at dusk, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Houses of Parliament (Palace of Westminster), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Westminster Bridge and River Thames, London, England, UK, Europe

Westminster Bridge, the River Thames, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, London, England, UK

Millennium Dome and the River Thames, Greenwich, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Moored boat on the Thames at dusk, Strand-on-the-Green, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

City of London and the River Thames, 30 St. Mary Axe building on the right, London, England

Sightseeing boat on the River Thames, and the Tower of London, UNESCO World Heritage Site, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Rowers on River Thames with church tower beyond, Hampton, Greater London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

River Thames, Goring, Oxfordshire Berkshire borders, England, United Kingdom, Europe

River Thames at Reading, Berkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

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"Exploring the Rich History and Beauty of the Thames" Step back in time to 1845, as HMS Erebus and HMS Terror set sail on their ill-fated Arctic expedition. The Thames witnessed their departure, forever etching their names into its storied waters. Marvel at Isambard Kingdom Brunel's genius as he stands proudly before the launching chains of the Great Eastern. This engineering marvel would go on to revolutionize maritime travel, leaving an indelible mark on the history of the Thames. Travel downstream to Henley-on-Thames in Oxfordshire, where boathouses line its banks and rowers gracefully glide across its shimmering surface. Here, tradition meets athleticism in a picturesque setting that epitomizes English charm. Transport yourself to post-war London with a GWR publicity poster from 1946. Promoting travel along the Thames, it captures a moment of hope and rebuilding after years of turmoil. Delve into Victorian London's underbelly with Folly Ditch and Jacobs Island. These haunting images transport us to a bygone era when poverty-stricken neighborhoods lined the riverbanks – a stark reminder of both hardship and resilience. Discover another side of life along the Thames with mudlarks – individuals who scavenge for treasures amidst its muddy shores. Their stories offer glimpses into centuries past, connecting us intimately with this iconic waterway's heritage. Witness elegance personified aboard THAMES BARGE SARA as it glides effortlessly through choppy waters. A symbol of trade and commerce throughout history, these barges were vital lifelines for transporting goods along this majestic river. Immerse yourself in industrial grandeur at Tate & Lyle Refinery – an architectural masterpiece rising above the riverbank skyline. Its towering presence reminds us how industry has shaped not only London but also our relationship with this mighty watercourse. Ascend Richmond Hill in Surrey for breathtaking views over the meandering Thames.