Fraud Blocker Skip to main content

Home > Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Transport > Steam Trains

Ludgate Circus, London CC97_01518crop

Ludgate Circus, London CC97_01518crop


Photo Prints
Jigsaw Puzzles
Poster Prints
Canvas Prints
Fine Art Prints
Metal Prints
Cards
Home Decor
Image Downloads


We accept all major credit cards

Historic England

Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England

Ludgate Circus, London CC97_01518crop

LUDGATE CIRCUS, City of London. A busy street view of Ludgate Circus with horse-drawn buses in the foreground and a steam train on the bridge. The Circus was constructed at the junction of Ludgate Hill and Fleet Street between 1864 and 1875. A late 19th century photograph by York and Son. A cropped version of image number CC97_01518

Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places

Media ID 13124075

© Historic England Archive

Bridge People Traffic Transport Urban Victorian


FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS

> Animals > Farm > Horses > Related Images

> Animals > Mammals > Horse > Related Images

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Boroughs > City of London

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Transport > Buses

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Transport > Steam Trains

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > Railways

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > York

> Historic England > Historic Images > The Victorian Age > The 1870s

> Historic England > Historic Images > The Victorian Age > The 1890s

> Historic England > Towns and Cities > City of London

> Historic England > Transport > Horse-power

> Historic England > Transport > Railways > Viaducts and railway bridges

> Historic England > The way we were > Victoriana > Victorian people and costumes

> Historic England > The way we were > Victoriana

> Transportation > Trains


EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the bustling energy of Ludgate Circus in London during the late 19th century. The image showcases a busy street view, with horse-drawn buses dominating the foreground and a steam train gracefully crossing the bridge above. Ludgate Circus was meticulously constructed at the junction of Ludgate Hill and Fleet Street between 1864 and 1875, becoming an iconic landmark in the City of London. The photograph, taken by York and Son, beautifully encapsulates Victorian-era urban life. It transports us back to a time when people relied on these charming modes of transportation to navigate through the city's vibrant streets. The sight of horses pulling carriages alongside a steam-powered locomotive is truly mesmerizing. As we gaze upon this historical snapshot, we can't help but marvel at how much has changed since then. Today, Ludgate Circus stands as a testament to progress and development within one of the world's most dynamic cities. This print from Historic England Archive serves as both a reminder of our rich heritage and an invitation to reflect on how far we have come. It allows us to appreciate not only the architectural beauty that defines our surroundings but also the constant evolution that shapes our modern lives.

MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee

FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools

FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!

SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you

* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.




Related Images


Ludgate Circus, London CC97_01518
Ludgate Circus, London CC97_01518
St Pauls Cathedral BB91_18987
St Pauls Cathedral BB91_18987
Catching the 5: 15 at Liverpool Street by Grace Golden
Catching the 5: 15 at Liverpool Street by Grace Golden
Captain Tony Adams salutes the North Bank before his 500th league match for Arsenal
Captain Tony Adams salutes the North Bank before his 500th league match for Arsenal
Great Wheel, Earls Court CC97 / 01620
Great Wheel, Earls Court CC97 / 01620
Big Ben Clock Tower CC73_02867
Big Ben Clock Tower CC73_02867
Glastonbury Tor K020561
Glastonbury Tor K020561
Football - Preston North End v Sheffield United - Coca-Cola Football League Championship - 04 / 05 - Deepdale, 20 / 8 / 04 General View of Deepdale - Preston North End Stadium Mandatory Credit: Action Images /
Football - Preston North End v Sheffield United - Coca-Cola Football League Championship - 04 / 05 - Deepdale, 20 / 8 / 04 General View of Deepdale - Preston North End Stadium Mandatory Credit: Action Images /
Harold Swears (Doyle)
Harold Swears (Doyle)
St Pauls Cathedral CC97_00536
St Pauls Cathedral CC97_00536
The Bank of England DD97_00538
The Bank of England DD97_00538
Avebury Stone Circle N071125
Avebury Stone Circle N071125

+

Shipping

+

Choices

+

Reviews

+

Guaranteed




Related Collections


The 1890s
The 1890s
Browse 255 Prints
Victoriana
Victoriana
Browse 426 Prints
Horse-power
Horse-power
Browse 49 Prints
Victorian people and costumes
Victorian people and costumes
Browse 79 Prints
Viaducts and railway bridges
Viaducts and railway bridges
Browse 31 Prints
Trains
Trains
Browse 8,224 Prints
City of London
City of London
Browse 98 Prints
Horses Related Images
Horses Related Images
Browse 65,667 Prints
York
York
Browse 5,114 Prints
City of London
City of London
Browse 14,201 Prints
Buses
Buses
Browse 1,982 Prints
Horse Related Images
Horse Related Images
Browse 65,378 Prints
Railways
Railways
Browse 3,309 Prints
Steam Trains
Steam Trains
Browse 1,119 Prints
The 1870s
The 1870s
Browse 78 Prints