Thames Collection (page 8)

Thames at Pangbourne
A famous stretch of the River Thames at Pangbourne, Berkshire, England. Date: 1950s

Thames Barge
A coasting barge on the River Thames, London. In the background are a power station and Greenwich Hospital. Date: 1930s

Festival of Britain - View from River with Skylon
Festival of Britain - View of the South Bank site seen from over the River Thames, with Skylon, Shot Tower and Royal Festival Hall all visible

Embankment and River Thames, London
View of the Embankment and River Thames, London, on a misty day, with traffic crossing a bridge. circa 1940s

London Embankment at night
A statue of a Sphinx on the London Victoria Embankment at night. Date: circa 1930s

Fashions for the Festival of Britain, showing a woman modelling a series of scarves by Jacqmar, printed with designs relating to London and the Festival

Aerial plan of the Festival of Britain site, London
Aerial plan of the Festival of Britain site, South Bank, London, showing all the main buildings and other venues of interest. Date: May 1951

London landmarks at night. Three landmarks on the River Thames at Westminster, London, England. The Houses of Parliament (or Palace of Westminster) is at upper left, seen behind Westminster Bridge

The river steamer " Cliveden" on the Thames at Abingdon

Greenwich Hospital and the River Thames, London, 1900
Illustration showing the view across the River Thames, from the Isle of Dogs, looking towards the Greenwich Naval Hospital, London, 1900

Cliveden Reach, River Thames, 1908
Photograph showing three ladies punting on the River Thames at Cliveden Reach, Berkshire, 1908

Thames Estuary during the winter of 1947
A scene during the great freeze of 1947, one of the harshest winters known in Britain. At Leigh-on-Sea in Essex, a boatman is pictured rescuing his dinghy from the encircling ice which makes

Rowing Boats passing under Hammersmith Bridge, London, 1843
Engraving showing rowing boats, participating in the Thames Regatta of 1843, passing Hammersmith suspension bridge

The Old Palace, Richmond-Upon-Thames, 1914
Photograph showing the Gatehouse of the Old Palace at Richmond. This palace was used by Edward III, Henry VII and Elizabeth I, who is said to have died in a little room over the gateway

The End of the Henley Regatta, 1893
Engraving showing the melee of punts taking place at the end of the Henley Regatta, on the River Thames, 1893. Henley Regatta was part of the British social scene

England / Maidenhead
A view of the silvery River Thames at Maidenhead, Buckinghamshire, England, one of the best known popular up- river resorts

Maidenhead 1950S
A view of the silvery river Thames at Maidenhead, Berkshire, one of the best known and popular up-river resorts

Lambeth Palace C18
View across the Thames of the residence of the archbishop of Canterbury : the shipping on the river includes a ferry carrying a carriage and its horses

Cannon Street Station, City of London
An impressive view from the direction of the Thames of the newly completed Cannon Street Station terminus of the South Eastern Railway

Aerial image of HMS Belfast, a Royal Navy Town-class cruiser, on the River Thames, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

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PRISON HULK BAHAMA
Prison hulk " Bahama" moored off Gillingham (on The Thames). Norwegian prisoners were kept there

Thames at Hammersmith
Pleasure boats and commercial vessels on the banks of the river, seen from Hammersmith Bridge

Frost Fair / Thames / 1683
Frost fair on the Thames, London. People enjoying the many activities and stalls

London / Tower Bridge Area
Tower Bridge area

London / Embankment / 1867
A section of the Thames Embankment, showing the Subway, the Pneumatic Railway, the Metropolitan and District Railway and the Low-Level Sewer

Twickenham in Ca 1750
Dr Battys house Twickenham, Middlesex, seen from across the Thames : three horses tug a barge along the river

FROST FAIR / THAMES / 1715-6
A frost fair on the Thames which was frozen from 24 November 1715 until 9 February 1716

P. Revolt / Richard / Harris
King Richard II and his Council go down the Thames in a barge to confer with the rebels

John Signs Magna Carta
King John, pressured by the barons, signs the great charter on the Thames island of Runnymede

Marlow Church & Bridge
A delighful glimpse of All Saints Church, Marlow, Buckinghamshire, England, seen through the suspension bridge (built 1829 - 1832) over the River Thames

Shepperton Flood 1929
Three men wading through the River Thames, towing a boat loaded with a crate containing a large sow, part of the animal farm belonging to Mrs. Brown of Shepperton, England

Shrove Tuesday Football
A traditional game of football played on Shrove Tuesday in the streets of Kingston-upon- Thames, between teams named Townsend and the Thames- Street Club

Father Thames Diseases
Father Thames introducing his offspring to the fair city of London; diphtheria, scrofula and cholera

Thames / Lantern Slide
Thames wharves by night Date: 1910

Alone in London, c. 1894 (oil on canvas)
7333514 Alone in London, c.1894 (oil on canvas) by Graham, Thomas Alexander Ferguson (1840-1906); 89.6x123.5 (framed) cm; Perth Museum & Art Gallery, Scotland; (add.info.: Artist: Graham)

Lynne Fontanne by the Thames, 1914 (oil on canvas)
476655 Lynne Fontanne by the Thames, 1914 (oil on canvas) by Glehn, Wilfred Gabriel de (1870-1951); 63.5x76.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Waterloo Bridge. Effect of Fog, 1903 (oil on canvas)
7215321 Waterloo Bridge. Effect of Fog, 1903 (oil on canvas) by Monet, Claude (1840-1926); State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; (add.info.: CLAUDE MONET (1840-1926) Waterloo Bridge

Charing-Cross Bridge in London, c. 1902 (oil on canvas)
FIA5391802 Charing-Cross Bridge in London, c.1902 (oil on canvas) by Monet, Claude (1840-1926); 65.3x100 cm; National Museum of Western Art, Tokyo, Japan; Photo © Fine Art Images

Dorchester Abbey (colour litho)
2792538 Dorchester Abbey (colour litho) by Menpes, Mortimer Ludington (1855-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dorchester Abbey)

Woolwich Power Station, SE London, with coal barges on the River Thames. Date: circa 1950s

Opening day of Tower Bridge, London 1894
Tower Bridge was designed by Sir Horace Jones and Mr. Wolfe Barry, comprises a permanent footway 142ft above high-water level and a drawbridge for passing ships

Design for a Regency park entrance with neoclassical walls and wrought iron gates. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rudolph Ackermanns Repository of Arts, London, 1816

Richmond Palace, Surrey, at the time of King Henry VII. 15th century

Procession of boats at the opening of the Thames rowing season (engraving)
587676 Procession of boats at the opening of the Thames rowing season (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Dorchester Abbey, Dorchester-on-Thames, Oxfordshire
View of Dorchester Abbey, Dorchester-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, dating back to the 12th century

A holiday on the Thames (engraving)
3642556 A holiday on the Thames (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A holiday on the Thames)

Swan upping on the Thames, the Meet (b / w photo)
3091513 Swan upping on the Thames, the Meet (b/w photo) by Stone, J. Benjamin (1838-1914); Private Collection; (add.info.: Swan upping on the Thames, the Meet)

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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.