Pentonville Collection

Pentonville Road, London, with St Pancras Station in the background. Original Artwork: Painting by John O Connor (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Pentonville Prison, Islington, North London
An aerial view of Pentonville Prison in Islington, North London. The prison was opened in 1842 as the new Model Prison, on the separate system

Pentonville Prison 1844
A view of Pentonville Prison, opened in 1842, from a report to Joshua Jebb in 1844

Pentonville Prison 1842
An exterior view of the prison. It was considered to be a model for all new prisons at the time

Pentonville Prison Cell
PENTONVILLE A cell in the prison, with a hammock for sleeping and a loom for day-work

Pentonville Prison
Pentonville chapel; prisoners seated in individual pews

Plan Pentonville Prison
A plan of the floor layout of Pentonville, a model prison built in London in 1843, with corridors of cells radiating out from a central point & exercise yards

Cell wing at Pentonville Prison. Date: 1862

Engraving depicting Pentonville Prison, London, 19th century
5308889 Engraving depicting Pentonville Prison, London, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Pentonville Prison, London. Dated 19th century 01/02/1843); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Pentonville prison, 1843
3479348 Pentonville prison, 1843; (add.info.: Model prison on the separate system - Pentonville. Dated September 1843.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Newport NP20 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Newport NP20 5

The remains of the residence of Nell Gwynn (engraving)
614376 The remains of the residence of Nell Gwynn (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The remains of the residence of Nell Gwynn)

London Gymnastic Society, view of the Gymnasium, Pentonville (engraving)
602865 London Gymnastic Society, view of the Gymnasium, Pentonville (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London Gymnastic Society, view of the Gymnasium)

New reservoir of the New River Company, Claremont Square, Pentonville (engraving)
604279 New reservoir of the New River Company, Claremont Square, Pentonville (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New reservoir of the New River Company)

Photograph of Rodneys Head PH, Pentonville, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

Photograph of Queens Arms, Pentonville, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1938

Photograph of Portsmouth Arms, Pentonville, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: view showing premises at rear of the pub

A Bagnigge Wells scene, or No Resisting Temptation (engraving)
586298 A Bagnigge Wells scene, or No Resisting Temptation (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Bagnigge Wells scene)

View of Islington from the White Conduit House, Pentonville, London (engraving)
586290 View of Islington from the White Conduit House, Pentonville, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The New River Water-Works (engraving)
1097934 The New River Water-Works (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New River Water-Works)

Bagnigge Wells Gardens (engraving)
614402 Bagnigge Wells Gardens (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bagnigge Wells Gardens; from an old print)

The residence of Nell Gwynne (engraving)
614388 The residence of Nell Gwynne (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The residence of Nell Gwynne, mistress of King Charles II, at Bagnigge Wells)

The Model Prison at Pentonville (engraving)
1586934 The Model Prison at Pentonville (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Model Prison at Pentonville)

St Marks Church, Clerkenwell (engraving)
582960 St Marks Church, Clerkenwell (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Marks Church, Clerkenwell.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English

General view of the Belvidere racket ground (engraving)
614381 General view of the Belvidere racket ground (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: General view of the Belvidere racket ground, Pentonvile)

General view of Bagnigge Wells (engraving)
614378 General view of Bagnigge Wells (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: General view of Bagnigge Wells, near Battle Bridge, Islington)

Model Lodging-Houses (engraving)
1101819 Model Lodging-Houses (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Model Lodging-Houses)

Balloon ascent on Monday last (engraving)
614364 Balloon ascent on Monday last (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Balloon ascent on Monday last, by Mr Hampton from White Conduit Gardens)

Old White Conduit House, Pentonville, London (engraving)
586289 Old White Conduit House, Pentonville, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old White Conduit House, Pentonville)

Success to the Licensed Victuallers School (engraving)
583080 Success to the Licensed Victuallers School (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cell door, 1842. Creator: Unknown
Cell door, 1842. Metal door with hatch for food, Pentonville Prison, London, completed in 1842. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

Interior of the Model Prison, 1842. Creator: Unknown
Interior of the Model Prison, 1842. Inside Pentonville Prison in London, completed in 1842. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

Interior of cell, 1842. Creator: Unknown
Interior of cell, 1842. Inside Pentonville Prison in London, completed in 1842. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

View of Pentonville Prison, 1842. Creator: Unknown
View of Pentonville Prison, 1842. Mens prison in London. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

Interior of chapel, 1842. Creator: Unknown
Interior of chapel, 1842. Church and organ inside Pentonville Prison, London, completed in 1842. The wooden pews are built with divisions to prevent prisoners from seeing each other

The Gateway, 1842. Creator: Unknown
The Gateway, 1842. Entrance to Pentonville Prison, London, completed in 1842. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

Plan of the prison, 1842. Creator: Unknown
Plan of the prison, 1842. Architectural drawing of Pentonville Prison, London, completed in 1842. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

OLD PENTONVILLE MARKET
Activity at Old Pentonville Market. Date: 1920s

Hackney N1 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Hackney N1 9

Girls relaxing in a roof top garden, White Lion Street School, London, 1912. One girl sits in a deckchair reading, while three girls chat together next to her

Girls gardening and reading in a roof top garden, White Lion Street School, London, 1912

The Crown Inn, Pentonville Hill, Islington, London, c1865. Artist: JT Wilson
The Crown Inn, Pentonville Hill, Islington, London, c1865

View of the London Gymnastic Society Gymnasium, Pentonville, London, 1826. Showing men performing various exercises including parallel bars and tug of war

Kings Head Public House, Pentonville. Islington, London, c1850
View of the old Kings Head public house, next door to White Conduit House in Pentonville, Islington, London, c1850

Pentonville, Islington, London, 1815. Artist: George Hollis
Pentonville, Islington, London, 1815; view of Cold Bath Fields House of Correction, with the City of London in the background

Church of St Mark the Evangelist, Pentonville, Islington, London, 1828. Artist:s Lacey
Church of St Mark the Evangelist, Pentonville, Islington, London, 1828

Advertisement for the Daily Express newspaper, superimposed on a photograph of Pentonville Road near Kings Cross, London. early 20th century

Edward Morel in Prison
French-born E.D. Morel, Congo activist against colonial exploitation, in Pentonville prison for anti- war activities, is visited by the ghost of Jaures Date: 1917

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"Pentonville: A Historic Landmark in Islington, North London" Discover the intriguing history of Pentonville, a place that holds significant stories within its walls. One such tale begins with the construction Prison in 1842, an imposing structure that became synonymous with justice and punishment. Designed as a model prison, it aimed to reform inmates through strict discipline and isolation. In 1844, Pentonville Prison opened its doors to house criminals from all walks of life. The mere mention of its name struck fear into the hearts of wrongdoers across London. Within its cell walls lay countless stories of remorse and redemption. Pentonville Road winds its way through this vibrant neighborhood, bustling with activity and offering glimpses into the area's rich past. As you walk along this historic street, imagine the prisoners being transported to their fate or visitors making their way to witness justice being served. The plan for Pentonville Prison was meticulously designed to ensure maximum security while providing basic amenities for inmates. Its cell wing stood tall as a symbol of authority and control over those who had strayed from society's path. Beyond the prison gates lies more than just tales of incarceration; there is also beauty hidden within these streets. Explore Newport NP20 5 Map and stumble upon remnants like Nell Gwynn's residence—a reminder that even amidst darkness, light can be found. Pentonville wasn't solely defined by confinement; it housed institutions like the London Gymnastic Society where physical fitness was celebrated. Engravings depict athletes honing their skills at the Gymnasium—an escape from daily routines behind bars. Water played a vital role in shaping this neighborhood's landscape too—the New River Company built a reservoir at Claremont Square in Pentonville. These engravings capture moments frozen in time when water flowed freely through these streets—symbolizing life beyond imprisonment.