Erith Collection

Sailing Barge Match on the Thames, July 1864
Engraving of a sailing barge match on the Thames, from the Illustrated London News, 23rd July 1864. This match was hosted by the Prince of Wales Yacht Club over a course from Erith to the Chapman

Machine Gun WW1 Date: circa 1916

Norman Dodds MP and Teddy boys
Norman Noel Dodds (1903-1965), Cooperative politician pictured talking to some Teddy boys in a bar or pub. MP for Dartford from 1945-1955 and for Erith

Norman Dodds MP
Norman Noel Dodds (1903-1965), Labour Cooperative politician. MP for Dartford from 1945-55 and for Erith and Crayford from 1955 until his death in 1965, aged 61. Date: c.1950

Off Erith

Photograph of Running Horses PH, Erith, Greater London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub

Photograph of Locomotive PH, Erith, Greater London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub

Photograph of Duchess Of Kent PH, Erith, Greater London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

Erith (engraving)
2786748 Erith (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Erith. Illustration for Chatterbox (1880). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn

Convent of the Holy Union of Sacred Hearts, Erith, Kent (b / w photo)
3096688 Convent of the Holy Union of Sacred Hearts, Erith, Kent (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Convent of the Holy Union of Sacred Hearts, Erith)

Scene of the Explosion of Gunpowder Magazines near Erith (engraving)
1613282 Scene of the Explosion of Gunpowder Magazines near Erith (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Royal Thames Yacht-Club Match, the "Phantom"winning at Erith (engraving)
1619037 Royal Thames Yacht-Club Match, the " Phantom" winning at Erith (engraving) by Weedon, Edwin (1819-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: Royal Thames Yacht-Club Match)

Thames Yacht Club Match, Prima Donna rounding the Buoy at Erith (engraving)
1095581 Thames Yacht Club Match, Prima Donna rounding the Buoy at Erith (engraving) by Condy, Nicholas Matthews (1816-51) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thames Yacht Club Match)

Royal London Yacht Club Match, the Start from Erith (engraving)
1602293 Royal London Yacht Club Match, the Start from Erith (engraving) by Weedon, Edwin (1819-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: Royal London Yacht Club Match, the Start from Erith)

The Explosion of Gunpowder Magazine at Erith (engraving)
1613281 The Explosion of Gunpowder Magazine at Erith (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Explosion of Gunpowder Magazine at Erith)

Royal Thames Yacht Sailing Club, the Start from Erith (engraving)
1594464 Royal Thames Yacht Sailing Club, the Start from Erith (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Royal Thames Yacht Sailing Club, the Start from Erith)

Yacht Tavern, Erith, 1865 (etching from a zinc plate on ivory china paper)
2972657 Yacht Tavern, Erith, 1865 (etching from a zinc plate on ivory china paper) by Haden, Francis Seymour (1818-1910); 26x38.8 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; Wallace L

The Explosion of Gunpowder Magazines at Erith (engraving)
603841 The Explosion of Gunpowder Magazines at Erith (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cutter-Match of the Royal London Yacht Club, the Start from Erith (engraving)
1610407 Cutter-Match of the Royal London Yacht Club, the Start from Erith (engraving) by Weedon, Edwin (1819-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cutter-Match of the Royal London Yacht Club)

Sketches of the Thames Police (engraving)
1595433 Sketches of the Thames Police (engraving) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of the Thames Police)

List of Yacht Club Flags, from the Lloyds Register of Shipping, 1881 (litho)
XZL151112 List of Yacht Club Flags, from the Lloyds Register of Shipping, 1881 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Royal Thames Yacht Club, Amateur Sailing Match (engraving)
1624443 Royal Thames Yacht Club, Amateur Sailing Match (engraving) by Courbould, Alfred (fl.1831-75); Private Collection; (add.info.: Royal Thames Yacht Club, Amateur Sailing Match)

Royal Thames Yacht Club (engraving)
1588410 Royal Thames Yacht Club (engraving) by Weedon, Edwin (1819-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: Royal Thames Yacht Club. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 20 June 1863)

Belvidere House, near Erith, in the County of Kent, from Edward Hasted s, The History and Topographical Survey of the County of Kent, vols. 1-3, 1777-90

Bexley DA8 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Bexley DA8 1

Interior of Crossness Sewage Treatment Works, Erith, London, 1949
Interior of Southern Outfall Sewer, Crossness Sewage Treatment Works, Erith, London, 1949. Rich interior design showing the engines and decorative ironwork on the central octagon

Interior of engine the house at Crossness Sewage Treatment Works, London, 1894
Interior of the engine house at Crossness Sewage Treatment Works, Erith, London, 1894. View of the inside of the sewage works with pipe system and pumps, attended by a workman

Map of Abbey Wood, part of Erith or Lesnes Manor on the eastern boundary of Woolwich, Kent, 1791. The map shows field names and acreages

The Thames Towards Erith, c1877, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
The Thames Towards Erith, c1877, (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

The Jointed Iron Steam-ship Connector, 1863
Engraving of the Jointed Iron Steam-ship Connector, from the Illustrated London News, August 1863. The idea behind this invention was that the centre section of this ship could be left in port

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Vixen, Belvidere, Prima Donna, Blue Belle; Thames Yacht Club Match, Prima Donna Rounding the Buoy at Erith, Drawn by N.M. Condy, Esq

Prince of Wales Yacht Club Regatta: the Finish at Erith, Engraving 1876, Uk, Britain
PRINCE OF WALES YACHT CLUB REGATTA: THE FINISH AT ERITH, ENGRAVING 1876, UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom, great britain, european

SKETCHES AT ERITH DURING THE STRIKE, a district of southeast London on the River Thames, ENGRAVING 1876, UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom, great britain, european

The childrens playground : a mother takes her children to play on the deserted slide and roundabout, West Heath Recreation Ground, Kent, England. 7 March 1938

Prince of Wales Yacht Club Regatta: the Finish at Erith, Engraving 1876, Uk, Britain
PRINCE OF WALES YACHT CLUB REGATTA: THE FINISH AT ERITH, ENGRAVING 1876, UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom, great britain, european

SKETCHES AT ERITH DURING THE STRIKE, a district of southeast London on the River Thames, ENGRAVING 1876, UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom, great britain, european

YACHT RACE, 1855. Royal London Yacht Club match near Erith, England. Wood engraving, 1855

ERITH
Erith, Kent, seen from the Thames

The Duplex Catamaran, 1880
Engraving of a Duplex Catamaran, built in Rhode Island USA, for Mr. Henry N. Custance, honorary treasurer of the Corinthian Yacht Club, August 1880

Vickers Works, Erith
The Vickers works, beside the Thames at Erith, Kent

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Erith, a town with a rich history and diverse range of events. In July 1864, the Thames witnessed an exhilarating Sailing Barge Match that captivated spectators along its banks. The sight of these majestic vessels gracefully gliding through the water left onlookers in awe. Fast forward to World War I, where Erith played a significant role in the war effort. It became home to a machine gun unit that tirelessly fought for their country's freedom. These brave soldiers stood tall amidst the chaos, defending their comrades with unwavering determination. In more peaceful times, Norman Dodds MP made his mark on Erith by connecting with its youth. Teddy boys flocked around him as he shared his wisdom and guidance. His influence resonated within this vibrant community as they embraced their unique style and rebellious spirit. Photographs captured moments frozen in time at various locations across Erith. Running Horses PH showcased the thrilling energy of horse racing, while Locomotive PH depicted the power and innovation of steam engines that once dominated transportation. The Duchess Of Kent PH stood proudly as a symbol of hospitality and camaraderie among locals who gathered there to share stories over drinks and laughter. An engraving immortalized Erith's charm, showcasing its picturesque landscape nestled alongside the tranquil river Thames. This idyllic scene painted a serene picture for all those fortunate enough to call this place home. However, not all moments were calm; tragedy struck when gunpowder magazines exploded near Erith. The devastating aftermath forever etched into memory serves as a reminder of both human vulnerability and resilience against adversity. Amidst it all, Erith remained synonymous with leisurely pursuits such as yacht races organized by prestigious clubs like Royal Thames Yacht-Club Match or Thames Yacht Club Match. These competitions brought together sailing enthusiasts from far and wide who marveled at Prima Donna rounding buoys or Phantom emerging victorious.