Theobalds Collection

Temple Bar at Theobald's Park. The Temple Bar had stood in Fleet Street, London, but was pulled down in 1878 and rebuilt in Waltham Cross

Temple Bar in the Strand, London, prior to 1878. That year the Bar was taken down and rebuilt at Theobald's, Waltham Cross

Built in 1670 Wren's Temple Bar was removed from the east end of the Strand in 1878, when the thoroughfare was widen and was put at one of the entrances to Theobalds Park, Waltham Cross

Theobalds, Hertfordshire (engraving)
6006149 Theobalds, Hertfordshire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Theobalds, Hertfordshire)

Theobalds, Hertfordshire (engraving)
6029624 Theobalds, Hertfordshire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Theobalds, Hertfordshire)

Birthplace of Benjamin Disraeli, Lord Beaconsfield, 22 Theobalds Road, London (b / w photo)
5986855 Birthplace of Benjamin Disraeli, Lord Beaconsfield, 22 Theobalds Road, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Hall at Theobalds, the Favourite Residence of James I (engraving)
663460 Hall at Theobalds, the Favourite Residence of James I (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hall at Theobalds, the Favourite Residence of James I)

Tunbridge Wells TN18 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Tunbridge Wells TN18 4

Disraelis Birthplace, 22 Theobalds Road, London
Birthplace of Lord Beaconsfield (Benjamin Disraeli - 1804-1881) at 22 Theobalds Road, London. Date: circa 1908

OLD THEOBALDS PALACE, UK, engraving 1881 - 1884

THE MAZE AT THEOBALDS, UK, engraving 1881 - 1884

A View of Theobalds Park, Hertfordshire, John James Chalon, 1778-1854, French

LCC-MFB Holborn fire station, London WC1
Holborn had a fire station in its locality for ninety years. The first one, built in French Horn Yard, was part of the London Fire Engine Establishment

The Temple Bar - at Theobalds Park. This lovely arch was removed in 1877 from its location on the Strand, as it had become an unfortunate obstacle to traffic : it was re-erected in Theobalds Park

Ermin Street Roman Road
A section of the Roman Road called Ermin Street, here seen running north from Bulls Cross, towards the gates of Theobalds Park, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, England. Date: 1950s

Temple Bar Removed
The removal of Temple Bar, which, however picturesque, was a terrible obstacle to traffic : it was re-erected in Theobalds Park, near Waltham Cross where it was sadly neglected

Demolition of the Temple Bar, London, 1878
Engraving showing the demolition of Temple Bar, City of London, on 12 January 1878. The bar was taken down due to its ruinous state, taken to Theobalds Park near Waltham Cross and rebuilt

England / Theobalds
A view of Theobalds, in Hertfordshire, originally built by William Cecil (Lord Burghley) in 1563

Henry Cary Falkland
HENRY CARY, viscount FALKLAND statesman who died after breaking his leg while riding in Theobalds Park - with his autograph

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"Theobalds: A Journey Through Time and History" Step into the enchanting world of Theobalds, where centuries-old stories unfold amidst its picturesque landscapes. Nestled in Hertfordshire, this historic site holds a treasure trove of captivating tales. One such tale begins with the Temple Bar at Theobald's Park. Once standing proudly on Fleet Street in London, it was dismantled in 1878 only to be reborn in Waltham Cross. In a remarkable twist of fate, this iconic structure would find its way back to London again in 2004, finding a new home near St. Paul's Cathedral at Paternoster Square. Before its relocation, Temple Bar graced the Strand in London for many years until progress demanded change. In 1878, as the thoroughfare widened, it found solace within Theobald's Park - an entrance fit for royalty. Speaking of regal connections, Theobalds played host to James I himself. Its grand hall became his favorite residence during his reign - a place where history unfolded and decisions were made that shaped nations. But Theobalds is not just about kings and queens; it also has ties to notable figures like Benjamin Disraeli. This birthplace of Lord Beaconsfield can be found at 22 Theobalds Road in London - a humble abode that witnessed greatness unfold. As we explore further into this historical haven, we stumble upon engravings capturing moments frozen in time. From Old Theobalds Palace to the mesmerizing maze that once stood proud on these grounds – each engraving tells its own unique story. The journey through time continues with John James Chalon's artwork depicting a breathtaking view Park from yesteryears – transporting us back to an era long gone but forever etched within these walls.