Jessop Collection

A Plan of the town of Sheffield in the county of York drawn by W. Fairbank 1797. Engraved by Thomas Harris
Original at Sheffield Local Studies Library:s 45 S

The Pontcysyllte Aqueduct
The fantastic Pontcysyllte Aqueduct near Wrexham. Designed by Thomas Telford and William Jessop and finished in 1805, the aqueduct is the longest and highest aqueduct in Britain

William Jessop and Sons, steel manufacturer, Brightside Works, 1900
From an advertisement in the 1900 Whites General and Commercial Directory of Sheffield and Rotherham and the parishes, townships, villages and hamlets within a radius of seven miles from Sheffield

The Pontcysyllte Aqueduct
The fantastic Pontcysyllte Aqueduct near Wrexham. Designed by Thomas Telford and William Jessop and finished in 1805, the aqueduct is the longest and highest aqueduct in Britain

Gilbert L Jessop cricketer

Gilbert Jessop (1874-1955)
Photograph of Gilbert Jessop, the Gloucestershire and England batsman, who was famous for his feats of quick-scoring - he once scored a century in only 40 minutes

Entrance to Blisworth Tunnel, Grand Junction Canal, Northamptonshire, 1819. Artist: John Hassell
Entrance to Blisworth Tunnel, Grand Junction Canal, Northamptonshire, 1819. A Boat approaching the entrance to the great tunnel from the Blisworth end

Grand Junction Canal from Stow Hill near Upper Heyford, Northamptonshire, 1819. Artist: John Hassell
Grand Junction Canal from Stow Hill near Upper Heyford, Northamptonshire, 1819. A lime kiln can be seen in the centre of the picture

William Jessop and Sons, Brightside Works, Brightside Lane, c. 1858
Showing Brightside Low and Top Works

Cricketer, Jessop
Gilbert L. Jessop Cricketer - Gloucestershire

Gentleman on an old nag and lady on a pony meet up during a fox hunt, 19th century. Rosa McDermott sidesaddle on her pony and Jack Bunting shake hands

The Croucher, 1901. Creator: Sir Leslie Matthew Ward
The Croucher, 1901. English cricketer Gilbert Laird Jessop (1874-1955) played for Cambridge University, Gloucestershire, and England, and was Wisden Cricketer of the Year for 1898. [London, 1901]

Cambridge University cricket XI, c1899. Artist: Stearn
Cambridge University cricket XI, c1899. Gilbert Jessop, the captain of the side, is front centre. A print from The Book of Cricket, a Gallery of Famous Players, edited by CB Fry, George Newnes Ltd

William Jessop, British civil engineer, c1860. Jessop (1745-1814) is particularly well known for his work on canals, harbours and early railways in the late 18th and early 19th centuries

West India Docks, London, 1808-1810. Artist: Augustus Charles Pugin
West India Docks, London, 1808-1810. The docks were built in 1799-1802. The chief engineer was William Jessop, and the warehouses were built by George Gwilt (1746-1807)

Grand Junction Canal, Braunston, Northamptonshire, 1819. Artist: John Hassell
Grand Junction Canal, Braunston, Northamptonshire, 1819. Head of the Grand Junction Canal with the small reservoir at Braunston

Jessop Saville Special Alloy and Tool Steels catalogue, 1960
Original at Local Studies TRC JESS

Cricket at Bramall Lane 1911
A view of the Bramall Lane cricket ground, Sheffield. In progress is a three day Test Trial match (1st to 3rd June) between G.L.Jessops XI and P.F.Warners XI, ultimately won by the former

Estates of the late Joseph Ellin, esquire, very valuable freehold building land, villa residences
Original at Sheffield Local Studies Library: Sale Plans 22 Jan 1868

Ecclesall Inclosure (enclosure) Map No. I - Crookesmoor, Little Sheffield, Little Sheffield Moor, 1788
Scale 10 chains : 1.6 inches.Surveyor: William Fairbank. Copy drawn by J R Wigfull, 1918.Original at Sheffield Local Studies Library:s 3 L

Cover of Jessop Saville Special Alloy and Tool Steels catalogue, 1960
Original at Local Studies TRC JESS

Cricketer / Jessop / V. Fair
GILBERT L JESSOP The Croucher Date: 1901

Gilbert L Jessop (1874 - 1955) Gloucestershire and England cricketer. Played for his country between 1899 and 1912). Date: 1904

My Lady Molly by George H Jessop
Promotional booklet for Promotional postcard for My Lady Molly by George H. Jessop; music Sidney Jones. First produced at the Theatre Royal, Brighton, 11th August 1902 and Terrys Theatre

G. L. Jessop making recruitment speech in Manchester, WW1
Captain G. L. Jessop, the famous cricketer, of the 14th Service Battalion, Manchester Regiment, speaking in April 1915 at a recruiting meeting in Albert Square, Manchester. Date: 1915

Advertisement for William Jessop and Sons Steel Manufacturers, Brightside Works, Park Works and Soho Works, 1868
Lists depots in Manchester, France (Paris), Belgium, USA (Boston, New York, Philadelphia, St Louis, Cincinnati, Rhode Island)

Source Size = 1252 x 2417
The Jessop Monument, Codnor Park, Derbyshire, Struck by Lightning on the 8th Inst. July 27, 1861

West India Docks, London. Built 1799-1802. Engineer William Jessop. Warehouses by George Gwilt (1746-1807). Illustration by Pugin & Rowlandson Microcosm of London Ackermann, London 1808-10. Aquatint

William Jessop (1745-1814) English Civil Engineer. Particularly well known for his work on canals, harbours and early railways in the late 18th and early 19th centuries

G L Jessop - Cricketer
Gilbert L Jessop - Gloucestershire and England cricketer. Played for his country between 1899 and 1912). A formidable batsman and cover-point

Nurserymans Trade Card
The trade card of C Hale Jessop, Nurseryman, Seedsman and Florist, of Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England, showing a garden layout

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"Exploring the Multifaceted Legacy of Jessop: From Sheffield's Historic Town Plan to World-renowned Steel Manufacturing" Step back in time with W. Fairbank's meticulous 1797 town plan, showcasing the intricate layout of Sheffield in Yorkshire, engraved by Thomas Harris. Marvel at the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, a masterpiece engineered by William Jessop and Sons, steel manufacturers at Brightside Works in 1900. Delve into history as John Hassell's artistry captures the grandeur of the Entrance to Blisworth Tunnel on Northamptonshire's Grand Junction Canal in 1819. Witness Gilbert Jessop (1874-1955), a legendary cricketer whose skills enthralled fans worldwide. Immerse yourself further as we traverse Stow Hill near Upper Heyford through John Hassell's eyes along the scenic Grand Junction Canal in 1819. Discover how Cricketer Jessop left an indelible mark on cricketing history with his exceptional talent and prowess. Witness innovation unfold as we explore Jessop Saville Special Alloy and Tool Steels catalogue from 1960, highlighting their cutting-edge contributions to industry advancements. Uncover valuable freehold building land and exquisite villa residences within Joseph Ellin's estates near Sheffield in 1868, showcasing Jessop’s impact beyond manufacturing. Lastly, journey back to Ecclesall Inclosure Map No. I - Crookesmoor and Little Sheffield Moor from 1788; witness how these lands were transformed under Jessop’s influence into thriving communities that shaped Sheffield’s landscape forever. Jessop – a name intertwined with engineering brilliance, sporting excellence, industrial progress, urban development – leaving an enduring legacy across centuries.