Thornbury Collection

Thornbury Castle, Gloucs
Thornbury Castle, Gloucestershire

The Lord Mayors Procession, (1897). Creator: Unknown
The Lord Mayors Procession, (1897). A mayoral procession entering Cheapside in the City of London in the 18th century. A scene inspired by Industry and Idleness by William Hogarth

Children looking down a drain hole in the road in Thornbury, South Gloucestershire. 2nd November 1954

A young boy looking at cows at a cattle market at Thornbury, South Gloucestershire. 2nd November 1954

A cattle market at Thornbury, South Gloucestershire. 2nd November 1954

Old Temple Bar and the Devil Tavern, (1897). Creator: Unknown
Old Temple Bar and the Devil Tavern, (1897). Temple Bar in Fleet Street, shown here as it might have looked in the 18th century

County Map of Gloucestershire and Monmouthshire, c. 1777
From The Large English Atlas: or, a new set of map of all the counties of England and Wales drawn from the several surveys which have been hitherto been published

Members of the New Parliament (engraving)
1047896 Members of the New Parliament (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Members of the New Parliament)

Men inspecting sheep at a cattle market at Thornbury, South Gloucestershire. 2nd November 1954

A man inspecting sheep at a cattle market at Thornbury, South Gloucestershire. 2nd November 1954

West Lancashire WN8 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of West Lancashire WN8 8

Milton Keynes MK6 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Milton Keynes MK6 4

Central Bedfordshire LU5 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Central Bedfordshire LU5 4

Hereford HR7 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Hereford HR7 4

Exeter EX22 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Exeter EX22 7

Cambridge CB23 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Cambridge CB23 7

South Gloucestershire BS35 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of South Gloucestershire BS35 1

Bradford BD3 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Bradford BD3 7

St Albans AL5 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of St Albans AL5 5

The Church of St. Benet Fink, from an Old View, (1897). Creator: Unknown
The Church of St. Benet Fink, from an Old View, (1897). Rebuilt by Sir Christopher Wren after it was destroyed by the Great Fire of London

Pulpit Hour-Glass, 1897. Creator: Unknown
Pulpit Hour-Glass, 1897. Hourglass used to measure sermons in church. From Old and New London, Volume I, by Walter Thornbury. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, 1897]

St. Pauls and Neighbourhood, (1897). Creator: Unknown
St. Pauls and Neighbourhood, (1897). Map based on Aggass plan of 1563, showing St Pauls Cathedral in the City of London. Also marked are the old city walls and Ludgate

Bridewell as Rebuilt after the Fire, from an old print, (1897). Creator: Unknown
Bridewell as Rebuilt after the Fire, from an old print, (1897). View of Bridewell as it was during the 18th century. Bridewell Palace

The Custom House - Time of Elizabeth, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
The Custom House - Time of Elizabeth, (c1872). The Custom House in the City of London, depicted during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I (1558-1603). From Old and New London, Vol

The Temple in 1671. (From an old bird s-eye view in the inner temple), (1897). View showing the buildings and gardens at the Inns of Court known as Temple, one of the main legal districts in London

The Old Bank, Looking from the Mansion House, (1897). Creator: Unknown
The Old Bank, Looking from the Mansion House, (1897). The Bank of England in the City of London. The Bank of England was originally housed in rented premises

Trial of the Pix, 1897. Creator: Unknown
Trial of the Pix, 1897. Men taking part in the Trial of the Pyx at the headquarters of the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths in the City of London

The Figure in Panyer Alley, 1897. Creator: Unknown
The Figure in Panyer Alley, 1897. A stone monument, near St Pauls Cathedral in London, shows a boy seated on an upturned basket (or panyer), with the inscription: When ye have sought the City Round

Tombs of Knights Templars, 1870, (1897). Creator: Unknown
Tombs of Knights Templars, 1870, (1897). Effigies of knights in the Temple Church, London. From Old and New London, Volume I, by Walter Thornbury

The Old Coal Exchange, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
The Old Coal Exchange, (c1872). The original Coal Exchange in Lower Thames Street, City of London, opened in 1770. The second building on the site (seen here) dated from 1805

A Knight Templar, 1897. Creator: Unknown
A Knight Templar, 1897. Member of the medieval order of Knights Templar. From Old and New London, Volume I, by Walter Thornbury. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, 1897]

Interior of Goldsmiths Hall, 1876, (1897). Creator: Unknown
Interior of Goldsmiths Hall, 1876, (1897). Goldsmiths Hall, headquarters of the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths, one of the livery companies of the City of London

Richard Tarleton, The Actor, (1897) Creator: Unknown
Richard Tarleton, The Actor, (1897). English actor Richard Tarlton (or Tarleton, died 1588), was the most famous clown of his time. His comic doggerel verse came to be known as Tarltons

Fleet Street, The Temple, Etc. (1897). Creator: Unknown
Fleet Street, The Temple, Etc. (1897). Map showing London as it was in the 16th century or so. On the right is Bridewell, on the banks of the Fleet River between Fleet Street and the River Thames

Broad Street and Cornhill Wards, 1897. Creator: Unknown
Broad Street and Cornhill Wards, 1897. Map of part of the City of London from the mid 18th century, showing parish divisions

Hall of the Skinners Company, c1872. Creator: Unknown
Hall of the Skinners Company, c1872. Skinners Hall, Dowgate Hill, City of London, home of the Worshipful Company of Skinners. The building, designed by William Jupp, was constructed 1770-1790

Richard Burbage, (1897). Creator: Unknown
Richard Burbage, (1897). English stage actor Burbage (1567-1619) was one of the most famous actors of the Globe Theatre in London

Interior of the Dukes Theatre, c1673, (1897). Creator: Unknown
Interior of the Dukes Theatre, c1673, (1897). Performance of the The Empress of Morocco, at Dukes Theatre in London. The Dukes House, (later Dukes Theatre), was originally a tennis court

The Church of Allhallows the Great in 1784, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
The Church of Allhallows the Great in 1784, (c1872). The church of All-Hallows-the-Great in the City of London was rebuilt by the office of Sir Christopher Wren in 1684 after the previous church was

Old House Still Standing in Bolt Court, (1897). Creator: Unknown
Old House Still Standing in Bolt Court, (1897). Dr Samuel Johnsons house near Fleet Street in the City of London. From Old and New London, Volume I, by Walter Thornbury

Chapel of Merchant Taylors School, c1872. Creator: Unknown
Chapel of Merchant Taylors School, c1872. Interior of the chapel at the school in Suffolk Lane, City of London, founded in 1561 by members of the Merchant Taylors Company

Theodore E. Hook, (1897). Creator: Unknown
Theodore E. Hook, (1897). British writer and composer Theodore Edward Hook (1788-1841) is known for practical jokes, particularly the Berners Street hoax in 1810

Dyers Hall, c1830, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
Dyers Hall, c1830, (c1872). Dyers Hall, on the corner of College Street and Dowgate Hill, in the City of London, home of the Worshipful Company of Dyers. The building seen here was constructed c1770

The Royal Societys House in Crane Court, (1897). Creator: Unknown
The Royal Societys House in Crane Court, (1897). The Royal Society, (also known as the Royal Society of London for Improving Natural Knowledge), occupied Crane Court, Fleet Street

Sir R. Claytons House, Garden Front, (1897). Creator: Unknown
Sir R. Claytons House, Garden Front, (1897). Sir Robert Claytons house at No 8, Old Jewry, City of London. Clayton (1629-1707) was a British merchant banker, politician and Lord Mayor of London

The Door of Saddlers Hall, 1897. Creator: Unknown
The Door of Saddlers Hall, 1897. Entrance to the headquarters of the Worshipful Company of Saddlers, one of the livery companies of the City of London

The Library of St. Paul s, 1897. Creator: Unknown
The Library of St. Paul s, 1897. Interior view of the library in St Pauls Cathedral in London. From Old and New London, Volume I, by Walter Thornbury

Tower Street Ward, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
Tower Street Ward, (c1872). Map dating from 1773, of part of the City of London, showing Custom House and ships on the River Thames. From Old and New London, Vol

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Thornbury, a charming town nestled in the heart of Gloucestershire, is steeped in history and brimming with picturesque sights. One cannot help but be captivated by its allure. At Thornbury Castle, time seems to stand still as you wander through its regal halls. Built in the 16th century, this magnificent structure exudes grandeur and echoes tales of kings and queens who once graced its walls. Transport yourself back to 1897 during The Lord Mayors Procession captured by an unknown creator. This vibrant image transports us into a world filled with jubilant celebrations and colorful parades that brought joy to the streets of Thornbury. In contrast, we catch a glimpse of everyday life as children curiously peer down a drain hole on Thornbury's roads. Their innocent curiosity reminds us that even amidst historical significance, there is always room for simple wonderment. A young boy stands mesmerized at a cattle market in Thornbury. Surrounded by majestic beasts, he witnesses the bustling energy of farmers and traders coming together to exchange their livelihoods, and is here that tradition meets commerce. The year 1954 brings us another snapshot from Thornbury's past - a bustling cattle market where livestock takes center stage. This scene captures the essence of rural life; it speaks volumes about the hard work and dedication poured into sustaining communities through agriculture. Delving further into history, we encounter an antique county map dating back to 1777 showcasing Gloucestershire's boundaries alongside Monmouthshire's demarcations. A testament to cartographic craftsmanship, it invites exploration beyond physical borders. Shifting gears entirely, we stumble upon an engraving depicting members of Parliament convening within New Parliament House – politics unfolding against Thornbury's backdrop. Such images remind us that this quaint town has played witness to significant moments shaping our nation’s destiny.