Widnes Collection

Runcorn-Widnes Bridge
A striking impression of the then newly built Runcorn - Widnes Bridge, which connects Cheshire with Lancashire, across the Manchester Ship Canal. Date: 1962

Runcorn Bridge 1905
This bridge connected Runcorn and Widnes across the river Mersey. It opened 29 May 1905, replacing the previous ferry. Known locally as " The Car" after its suspension bridge

Runcorn-Widnes Bridge
A striking impression of the then newly built Runcorn - Widnes Bridge, which connects Cheshire with Lancashire, across the Manchester Ship Canal. Date: 1962

Halton WA8 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Halton WA8 7

Electric Car Crossing ship canal from Runcorn to Widnes
The Runcorn-Widnes Transporter Bridge crossed the river Mersey and Manchester Ship Canal linking the towns of Runcorn and Widnes. Opened on 29th May 1905. Date: circa 1905

A Puffer - the Adherance (1914) - Jas. Cooper, Widnes
A Puffer boat - the Adherance (1914) - Jas. Cooper, Widnes - pictured in the 1920s Date: 1920s

Widnes Transporter Bridge
The Widnes Transporter Bridge - opened by Sir J T Brunner on 29th May 1905. A span of 1000ft from the centre to the centre of each tower, each 1000ft in height

The Mayor of Widnes (Mr Vincent Nyland) and Queen Elizabeth II take a look out over Widnes as they lead the Royal Party around the roof garden at the top of the Municipal Buildings, Widnes

New housing development behind Hough Green Station. 27th July 1973

Interior of the baths at Widnes. 30th October 1958

The shopping centre of Widnes, Albert Road. 28th July 1973

The hall in Widnes owned by Mr Laverick. 15th June 1978

Widnes Centre and Town Hall, Cheshire. Circa 1959

A scene typical of Widnes - factories and smoke. 28th July 1973

A glimpse of the vast Gaskell-Marsh works at Widnes. The men are conveying loads of sodium formate which goes into the making of Oxalic acid. Circa 1920s

Widnes Trasnporter Bridge Date: early 1900s

Widnes Transporter Bridge, early 1900s Date: early 1900s

Victoria Road, Widnes early 1900's

Widnes Victoria Road early 1900s

County Map of Cheshire, 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

John Hutchinson (litho)
3649831 John Hutchinson (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Hutchinson. Illustration for A History of the Chemical Industry in Widnes by D W F Hardie)

Henry Deacon (b / w photo)
3649861 Henry Deacon (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry Deacon. Illustration for A History of the Chemical Industry in Widnes by D W F Hardie)

Thomas Robinson (b / w photo)
3649841 Thomas Robinson (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas Robinson)

Holbrook Gaskell I (b / w photo)
3649839 Holbrook Gaskell I (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Holbrook Gaskell I)

John McClellan (litho)
3649832 John McClellan (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John McClellan. Illustration for A History of the Chemical Industry in Widnes by D W F Hardie)

Members of the House of Commons who did not sit in the Last Parliament (b / w photo)
1600252 Members of the House of Commons who did not sit in the Last Parliament (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Public arms: Hanley; Middlesborough; Widnes; Bacup (engraving)
6008947 Public arms: Hanley; Middlesborough; Widnes; Bacup (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hanley; Middlesborough; Widnes; Bacup)

The Hollies (b / w photo)
3649844 The Hollies (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hollies. Illustration for A History of the Chemical Industry in Widnes by D W F Hardie)

Appleton Lodge (b / w photo)
3649834 Appleton Lodge (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Appleton Lodge)

James Hargreaves (b / w photo)
3649846 James Hargreaves (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: James Hargreaves)

The Manchester Ship Canal, Bird s-Eye View of its Course, from Liverpool to Manchester (engraving)
1624955 The Manchester Ship Canal, Bird s-Eye View of its Course, from Liverpool to Manchester (engraving) by English School

The Proposed Manchester Ship Canal (engraving)
1624205 The Proposed Manchester Ship Canal (engraving) by Smith, James Burrell (1822-97); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Proposed Manchester Ship Canal)

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)

Henry Brunner (b / w photo)
3649845 Henry Brunner (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry Brunner. Illustration for A History of the Chemical Industry in Widnes by D W F Hardie)

Ludwig Mond in 1863 (b / w photo)
3649842 Ludwig Mond in 1863 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ludwig Mond in 1863)

James Muspratt (litho)
3649830 James Muspratt (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: James Muspratt. Illustration for A History of the Chemical Industry in Widnes by D W F Hardie)

New Members of the House of Commons, Heroes of the Conflict (b / w photo)
1100115 New Members of the House of Commons, Heroes of the Conflict (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Members of the House of Commons)

New Members of the House of Commons (engraving)
1614426 New Members of the House of Commons (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Members of the House of Commons)

Sir Holbrook Gaskell (b / w photo)
3649852 Sir Holbrook Gaskell (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Holbrook Gaskell)

Ferdinand Hurter (b / w photo)
3649849 Ferdinand Hurter (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ferdinand Hurter)

Edmund Knowles Muspratt (litho)
3649840 Edmund Knowles Muspratt (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edmund Knowles Muspratt)

Town centre at Widnes, with town hall on right. 30th October 1958

Widnes baths, opened only a few years ago, and providing an amenity used by people from a wide area. 22nd November 1967

The main railway runs through the West Bank area of Widness industrial sector. 28th July 1985

The Gorsey Lane area of Widnes Industrial Estate. 28th July 1975

Victoria Square, Widnes, with the Town Hall on the right. 8th October 1975

Where industry and agriculture meeta tractor at work under the shadows of the giant cooling towers of Fiddlers Ferry power station near Widnes. 6th May 1975

A mill works with the Widnes-Runcorn Transporter Bridge in the background. 30th October 1958

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"Widnes: A Bridge Between History and Progress" Discover the charm of Widnes, a town that bridges the gap between past and present. The iconic Runcorn-Widnes Bridge stands tall as a testament to the town's rich heritage. Dating back to 1905, this historic bridge has connected communities for over a century. Step into the early 1900s with glimpses of life in Widnes. Picture yourself aboard "A Puffer - the Adherance (1914) - Jas. Cooper, Widnes, " an enchanting vessel that once sailed these waters. Or marvel at the engineering marvel that is the Widnes Transporter Bridge, which allowed locals to traverse across Halton WA8 7 Map effortlessly. Transport yourself further back in time as you stroll along Victoria Road in early 1900s Widnes. Imagine bustling streets filled with life and activity, capturing moments frozen in history forever. Widnes isn't just about its landmarks; it's also about its people. Witness unforgettable moments like when The Mayor (Mr Vincent Nyland) and Queen Elizabeth II gazed out over their beloved town together—a symbol of unity and pride. Dive into nostalgia as you explore interior shots of the baths at Widnes from October 30th, 1958. These images transport you to an era where community spaces were cherished gathering spots for families and friends. Today, modernity coexists harmoniously with tradition in this vibrant town on Merseyside's banks—where history intertwines seamlessly with progress. Whether you're admiring architectural wonders or immersing yourself in local culture, there's something captivating for everyone here in beautiful Widnes.