Betjeman Collection

Boston, Lincolnshire, 1838, (1943). Creator: Unknown
Boston, Lincolnshire, 1838, (1943). View of St Botolphs Church and ships on the River Witham in the town of Boston. After an engaving by JMW Turner

St. Enodoc, 14th century church near Trebetherick, where the poet Sir John Betjeman is buried, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Market Hall, Sudbury, c1850, (1943). Creator: Walker
Market Hall, Sudbury, c1850, (1943). View of Market Hill, with St Peters Church, and the Corn Exchange (right), built in 1841, in the town of Sudbury, Suffolk

Sir John Betjeman
SIR JOHN BETJEMAN British author

Map of England, with principal towns and cities, 1943. Creator: F Nichols
Map of England, with principal towns and cities, 1943. Places Mentioned in the Text. From " English Cities and Small Towns", by John Betjeman. [Collins, London, 1943]

Plan of Canterbury in the Sixteenth Century, (1943). Creator: Frans Hogenberg
Plan of Canterbury in the Sixteenth Century, (1943). Map of the walled city of Cantuarbury in Kent, originally published c1580 by Georg Braun and Frans Hogenburg

St Olaves Church
View of St Olaves Church in 1820. St Olaves Church, Hart Street is a Church of England church in the City of London, located on the corner of Hart Street

Candida Betjeman in Belleville Couture for her wedding to Rupert Lycett Green
809734 Candida Betjeman in Belleville Couture for her wedding to Rupert Lycett Green, June 1963 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Queenstown Bridge, Swindon, 1885, (1943). Creator: G. Puckey
Queenstown Bridge, Swindon, 1885, (1943). View of bridge over the Wilshire & Berkshire Canal at Swindon in Wiltshire. From " English Cities and Small Towns", by John Betjeman

Lace Manufactory, Tiverton, c1836, (1943). Creator: Unknown
Lace Manufactory, Tiverton, c1836, (1943). Heathcoats Lace Manufactory at Tiverton in Devon, opened in 1816. From " English Cities and Small Towns", by John Betjeman. [Collins, London, 1943]

West Prospect of Oxford, 19th century, (1943). Creator: William Turner
West Prospect of Oxford, 19th century, (1943). Boats on the Isis at Oxford. From " English Cities and Small Towns", by John Betjeman. [Collins, London, 1943]

The Semaphore, Portsmouth, (1943). Creator: Unknown
The Semaphore, Portsmouth, (1943). Building constructed in the early 19th century in the town of Portsmouth. It was one of a network of such towers used in an optical telegraph system

View of Dawlish from the West Cliff, 1817, (1943). Creator: Joseph Constantine Stadler
View of Dawlish from the West Cliff, 1817, (1943). The town of Dawlish on the south coast of Devon. From " English Cities and Small Towns", by John Betjeman. [Collins, London, 1943]

View of Manchester from Higher Broughton, 1835, (1943). Creator: William Wyld
View of Manchester from Higher Broughton, 1835, (1943). Rural scene with smoking chimneys on the horizon. Painting also known as Manchester from the Cliff, Higher Broughton, in the City Art Gallery

View of York, 1756, (1943). Creator: Charles Grignion
View of York, 1756, (1943). Smartly dressed people promenading along the riverbank in York, north Yorkshire. After Prospect of a Noble Terras Walk in the city of York

Sugar refinery in Leman Street, Stepney, London, 1851. Artist: Vincent Brooks
Fireproof Sugar Refinery, Leman Street, Stepney, London, 1851. From Vintage London by John Betjeman. [William Collins, 1942]

The Licensed Victuallers Annual Dinner, Mermaid Tavern, Hackney, 1866. Artist: George Hunt
The Licensed Victuallers Annual Dinner, Mermaid Tavern, Hackney, 1866; showing a marching band, people eating and drinking and a fairground ride

View of Regent Street looking towards the Quadrant with Hanover Chapel in the foreground, 1842. From Vintage London by John Betjeman. [William Collins, 1942]

St Jamess Park, Westminster, London, 1809. Artist: Heinrich Schutz
St Jamess Park, Westminster, London, 1809. View of the Horse Guards from Buckingham House. From Vintage London by John Betjeman. [William Collins, 1942]

Interior of Custom House, London, 1808. Artists: Augustus Charles Pugin, Thomas Rowlandson
Interior view of the Long Room, Custom House, London, 1808. From Vintage London by John Betjeman. [William Collins, 1942]

Cecil Beatons film The Sailors Return, which was made with friends and neighbours as his country home, Ashcombe. Date: 1935

The statue of Sir John Betjeman at St. Pancras International station in London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

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"Exploring the Life and Legacy of Betjeman: A Journey Through Time" Step into the captivating world of Betjeman, a name that resonates with literary enthusiasts worldwide. Born in Boston, Lincolnshire in 1838, this enigmatic figure would go on to leave an indelible mark on British poetry and architecture. One cannot help but be drawn to St. Enodoc, a 14th-century church near Trebetherick where Sir John Betjeman found his final resting place. Here lies a poet whose words continue to inspire generations long after his passing in 1943. Venturing further, we encounter the Market Hall in Sudbury, built around 1850 and immortalized by Walker's artistry. This structure stands as a testament to both architectural beauty and historical significance - just like Betjeman himself. The Plan of Canterbury from the sixteenth century transports us back through time to an era cherished by our beloved poet. Created by Frans Hogenberg, it unveils the intricate tapestry of history that inspired many of Betjeman's verses. St Olaves Church emerges as another emblematic location associated with Betjeman's journey. Its hallowed halls echo with whispers of devotion and artistic inspiration that undoubtedly touched the soul of this remarkable individual. Candida Betjeman graces our narrative next; her radiant presence captured in Belleville Couture for her wedding to Rupert Lycett Green. Love intertwines seamlessly with heritage as two families unite under the watchful gaze of Sir John himself. A map depicting England's principal towns and cities from 1943 reminds us how deeply intertwined Betjeman was with his homeland. His poems celebrated its landscapes while shedding light on societal changes during those tumultuous times. Queenstown Bridge in Swindon takes center stage next—a marvel crafted by G.