River Witham Collection

Boston, Lincolnshire, 1838, (1943). Creator: Unknown
Boston, Lincolnshire, 1838, (1943). View of St Botolphs Church and ships on the River Witham in the town of Boston. After an engaving by JMW Turner

The High Bridge in Lincoln, England, the oldest bridge in the United Kingdom which still has buildings on it. Lincolnshire. 8th January 1953

Boston, 1907. Artist
Boston, 1907. A view of St Botolphs Church, Boston, Lincolnshire

Brown Trout (Salmo trutta fario) adult, swimming beside waterweed in river, River Witham, Lincolnshire, England, July

View of Town Bridge and St Botolphs Church in Boston, Lincolnshire. 2nd April 1953

Lincoln, from the River Witham (engraving)
6027829 Lincoln, from the River Witham (engraving) by Allom, Thomas (1804-72) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lincoln, from the River Witham)

The First Lincolnshire Rifle Volunteers taking a March down the River Witham on Skates (engraving)
1612686 The First Lincolnshire Rifle Volunteers taking a March down the River Witham on Skates (engraving) by English School

Opening of the Great Northern Railway, Bardney-Bridge (engraving)
1617710 Opening of the Great Northern Railway, Bardney-Bridge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Opening of the Great Northern Railway, Bardney-Bridge)

St Botolphs Church, a parish church in the Church of England in Boston, Lincolnshire. It is notable for its extraordinarily tall tower, known as the Boston Stump. 27th April 1961

A man reading near St Botolphs Church in Boston, Lincolnshire. 2nd April 1953

Lincoln, early 19th century, (1934). Creator: Peter de Wint
Lincoln, early 19th century, (1934). View of the River Witham in Lincolnshire, with Lincoln Cathedral in the distance. From " The Connoisseur", Vol 93, No 389, January 1934

Boston Church, Lincolnshire, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Boston Church, Lincolnshire, 1856. View of St Botolphs Church and the River Witham in Boston, Lincolnshire. The extraordinarily tall medieval tower, built in the 14th century

Boston: The Church, c1896. Artist: F Beales
Boston: The Church, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

The First Lincolnshire Rifle Volunteers taking a march down the river Witham on skates, 1861
The First Lincolnshire Rifle Volunteers taking a march down the river Witham on skates, Lincolnshire, 1861. From The Illustrated London News (19 January 1875)

A View of the Cathedral and City of Lincoln from the River, c. 1760 (oil on canvas)
XYC281564 A View of the Cathedral and City of Lincoln from the River, c.1760 (oil on canvas) by Baker, Joseph (d.1770); 82.7x109.9 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

Atlantic Stream Crayfish (Austropotamobius pallipes) adult, on stony riverbed in river habitat, River Witham, Lincolnshire, England, September

Man searching for Atlantic Stream Crayfish (Austropotamobius pallipes) under licence, using viewing bucket, River Witham, Lincolnshire, England, September

Common Minnow (Phoxinus phoxinus) adult male, in breeding colours, close-up of head with tubercles, River Witham, Lincolnshire, England, April

Common Toad (Bufo bufo) adult, underwater on riverbed in river habitat, River Witham, Lincolnshire, England, April

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The River Witham, located in Boston, Lincolnshire, has been a witness to countless historical moments throughout the years. From its humble beginnings in 1838 to its significance during World War II in 1943, this river holds stories untold. In July, an unknown creator captured the beauty of the River Witham with a breathtaking image of a Brown Trout swimming gracefully beside waterweed. This snapshot showcases the diverse wildlife that calls this river home. Fast forward to 1907 when an artist painted a mesmerizing view of Town Bridge and St Botolphs Church in Boston. The artwork transports us back in time and allows us to appreciate the architectural wonders that have stood tall for centuries. On April 2nd, 1953, another captivating moment was immortalized as we gaze upon Lincoln from the River Witham through an engraving. The city's skyline reflects off the tranquil waters, creating a picturesque scene that captivates our imagination. But it wasn't just serene views that made history on this river; it also witnessed remarkable events such as The First Lincolnshire Rifle Volunteers taking a March down the River Witham on Skates. These brave individuals showcased their skills and camaraderie while gliding across frozen waters. Another significant moment occurred during the opening of Great Northern Railway at Bardney-Bridge. An engraving commemorates this milestone event where progress met nature along the banks of River Witham. Peter de Wint's painting from early 19th century Lincoln takes us on a journey through time as we marvel at how much has changed yet remained unchanged along these shores since then. Boston Church stands proudly by River Witham since its creation by an unknown artist in 1856. Its grandeur is further depicted by F Beales' artistic rendition around c1896 which captures its magnificence for generations to come. Lastly, let us not forget St Botolphs Church -a beacon of faith and a symbol of Boston's rich history.