Rayleigh Collection

Parish Church, Hockley, Essex
Parish Church, Hockley, near Rayleigh, Essex, England. Date: 1950s

Rayleigh Railway Station early 1900s

County Map of Essex, c. 1777
From The Large English Atlas: or, a new set of map of all the counties of England and Wales drawn from the several surveys which have been hitherto been published

Photograph of Old White Horse PH, Rayleigh, Essex. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

Rochford SS6 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Rochford SS6 7

Terling, Essex, Terling Place, family seat of Baron Rayleigh
Terling, Essex - Terling Place, built between 1772 and 1777. The Georgian family seat of Baron Rayleigh. Date: circa 1920s

Terling, Essex, Terling Park - Terling Place Date: circa 1920s

John William Strutt, 3rd Baron Rayleigh, British scientist, 1899. Lord Rayleigh (1842-1919) isolated the element Argon, one of the noble (inert) gases

John William Strutt, 3rd Baron Rayleigh (1842 - 1919), English physicist, working in his laboratory. He worked on the densities of gases leading to the discovery of element argon. Caption: Argon

High Street, Rayleigh, Essex
High Street, Rayleigh, near Benfleet, Essex, England. Showing the Crown Hotel Date: 1940s

The Carnival, Rayleigh, England
The Carnival, Rayleigh, near Basildon/Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, England. Date: 1908

Land Girls bringing in the harvest
Women bringing in the harvest at Lord Rayleighs farm at Terling during 1916. Date: 1916

Lord Rayleigh
JOHN WILLIAM STRUTT, third baron RAYLEIGH scientist Date: 1842 - 1919

3rd BARON RAYLEIGH (1842-1919). John William Strutt. English mathematician and physicist: oil over a photograph

3RD BARON RAYLEIGH. John William Strutt (1842-1919). English mathematician and physicist

THIRD BARON RAYLEIGH. (1842-1919). John William Strutt, English physicist. Caricature lithograph, 1899

John William Strutt, 3rd Baron Rayleigh (1842-1919) British physicist. Nobel Prize for Physics 1904. Discovered the element Argon, one of the noble (inert) gases

William Ramsay (1852-1916) Scottish chemist. With Rayleigh discovered inert gas Argon 1894. Nobel prize for chemistry 1904

3RD BARON RAYLEIGH (1842-1919). John William Strutt. English mathematician and physicist. Wood engraving, 1875

Rayleigh / Strutt / Reid
John William Strutt, 3rd baron RAYLEIGH scientist, circa 1911

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Discover the rich history of Rayleigh, a charming town nestled in Essex. From its iconic Parish Church in Hockley to the grand Terling Place, family seat of Baron Rayleigh, this town is steeped in heritage. Step back in time with a glimpse into the early 1900s at Rayleigh Railway Station and witness the evolution of transportation. Explore the County Map of Essex from c. 1777 and marvel at how this area has transformed over centuries. Delve into local life with a captivating photograph capturing the essence of Old White Horse PH, an integral part of Rayleigh's past. Navigate through Rochford SS6 7 Map and uncover hidden gems within this vibrant community. Learn about John William Strutt, also known as Baron Rayleigh, a renowned British scientist who made significant contributions to his field in 1899. His legacy lives on as we admire his achievements and remember his name. Stroll along High Street, where modernity intertwines seamlessly with tradition. Experience the bustling atmosphere while immersing yourself in quaint shops and eateries that define Rayleigh's charm. Rayleigh invites you to embark on a journey through time – where historical landmarks merge with contemporary allure.