Cock Lane Collection

Colchester CO7 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Colchester CO7 7

London in the Year 1560 (engraving)
1594517 London in the Year 1560 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London in the Year 1560. Illustration for The Pictorial Times, 2 October 1847)

The Cock Lane Ghost (engraving)
611385 The Cock Lane Ghost (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cock Lane Ghost.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright

Cock Lane and the Fat Boy, or Golden Boy, statue; photograph (engraving)
609039 Cock Lane and the Fat Boy, or Golden Boy, statue; photograph (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cock Lane and the Fat Boy, or Golden Boy)

The "Ghost s"House in Cock Lane (engraving)
654156 The " Ghost s" House in Cock Lane (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The " Ghost s" House in Cock Lane)

Cock Lane (engraving)
654155 Cock Lane (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cock Lane. Illustration from Old and New London by Edward Walford (Cassell, c 1880)

Wakefield WF4 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wakefield WF4 1

Ashford TN26 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Ashford TN26 2

Staffordshire ST17 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Staffordshire ST17 0

Wiltshire SN14 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wiltshire SN14 8

Kennet SN8 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Kennet SN8 4

Berkshire RG7 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Berkshire RG7 6

Mole Valley KT22 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Mole Valley KT22 9

Aylesbury Vale HP20 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Aylesbury Vale HP20 2

Wycombe HP10 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wycombe HP10 8

Wycombe HP13 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wycombe HP13 7

City of London EC1A 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of City of London EC1A 9

Broxbourne EN11 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Broxbourne EN11 8

Cheshire West and Chester CW9 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Cheshire West and Chester CW9 6

Babergh CO10 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Babergh CO10 9

Babergh CO10 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Babergh CO10 8

Darlington DL2 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Darlington DL2 3

North Warwickshire CV9 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of North Warwickshire CV9 3

Kent CT4 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Kent CT4 6

Uttlesford CB11 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Uttlesford CB11 4

Chelmsford CM1 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Chelmsford CM1 3

The Ghosts House in Cock Lane, c1872. Creator: Unknown
The Ghosts House in Cock Lane, c1872. During the 1760s there were knockings and scratchings and other strange goings-on at the house between Newgate Street and West Smithfield in the City of London

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Cock Lane, a historic street in Colchester CO7 7, holds tales of mystery and intrigue. The engravings of the "Ghost's House" take us back to London in the year 1560, where whispers of paranormal activity echoed through its cobblestone streets. One particular engraving captures the essence of this eerie tale - "The Cock Lane Ghost. " This ghostly presence seemed to haunt not only the residents but also their imaginations. As we delve deeper into Cock Lane's history, we stumble upon another intriguing sight - an engraving depicting Cock Lane and the Fat Boy or Golden Boy statue. This statue stands as a testament to both folklore and legend that have woven themselves into the fabric of this ancient lane. But what lies beyond Cock Lane? Maps reveal neighboring towns such as Wakefield WF4 1, Ashford TN26 2, Staffordshire ST17 0, Wiltshire SN14 8, and Kennet SN8 These places too hold their own secrets waiting to be discovered. Cock Lane is more than just a name on a map; it represents centuries-old stories passed down through generations. It invites us to explore its haunted past while simultaneously embracing its present charm. So venture forth into this realm where history meets mystery – let Cock Lane captivate your imagination with every step you take along its storied path.