Thames Collection (page 2)

Tower of London in the late Middle Ages
London during the time of Henry VII (1457-1509). Color lithograph reproduction of an illuminated manuscript: Roy 16F, ii

Zeppelin L15 on Thames
Zeppelin L15 floats on the Thames

Tomblesons Panoramic Map of the Thames and Medway (engraving)
587722 Tomblesons Panoramic Map of the Thames and Medway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tomblesons Panoramic Map of the Thames and Medway)

Henley Bridge, Henley-on-Thames, London, 1803

View of London, 1926-1927. Artist: Captain Alfred G Buckham
View of London, 1926-1927. A biplane flies over the River Thames. Illustration from Wonderful London, volume I, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)

Consequences, illustration by William Heath Robinson
Consequences -- How the thoughtlessness of a butterfly seriously affected a bishops corn, illustration by William Heath Robinson. Credit must appear as: Courtesy of Mrs J. C

TURNER: BURNING PARLIAMENT. The Burning of the Houses of Lords and Commons, 16th October 1834. Oil on canvas, 1834-35, by Joseph Mallord William Turner

Picture No. 10741291
England - Aerial view, Mapledurham and River Thames, Berkshire Date:

LCC-LFB Warehouse fire, Butlers Wharf, Bermondsey
A major docklands fire at Butlers Wharf, Bermondsey, SE London. It happened during a particularly cold spell for March. The attack on the fire by a large number of firefighters

UK, London, The City, Waterloo Bridge over River Thames
UK, London, The City and St. Pauls Cathedral, Waterloo Bridge over River Thames

Pool of London / Shipping
A busy scene on the river Thames in the Pool of London between London Bridge and Tower Bridge; a ship (Cyprian Prince ?) is moored at the riverside

Thames Embankment / Gas
The Thames Embankment, London, on a foggy evening - the lamplighter just lighting the gas lamps

A Flood at Staines
Flood water from the river Thames at Staines in Surrey, threatens the premises of Ws Biffen Boat Builder and the gasometer, one of the largest in the world

London arms and seals
The Arms and Common Seals of the Metropolitan Boroughs of London and of the City of London, with a block map showing their boundaries

Windsor, August 1928
A GWR Publicity view of Windsor and the River Thames in Berkshire, August 1928. A boat of holidaymakers and people on day trips are travelling along the river

The New Zealander, 1872. Creator: Gustave Doré
The New Zealander, 1872. A figure sits on the banks of the River Thames contemplating the downfall of the city. From, " LONDON. A Pilgrimage" by Gustave Dore and Blanchard Jerrold

Panorama of the City of London, 1710. Artist
Panorama of the City of London, 1710. View of the City of London from the south bank of the River Thames with the Royal arms in the top left and the City arms in the top right

Frost Fair / London 1814
LONDON - Frost fair on the River Thames. Date: 1814

Tower Bridge jams in summer heat
Tower Bridge, London, jams when the metal expands in the summer heat on 2 July 1968. The bridge is closed for two hours while firefighters cool it down with their hoses

Henley Regatta
A stylised illustration of a view at Henley Regatta, started in 1839 by a local solicitor and one of the highlights of the summer social calendar being the most famous rowing event of the year

The Cutty Sark in dry-dock, Falmouth, 1938
Photograph showing the clipper ship Cutty Sark in dry-dock at Falmouth in 1938. The ship was being prepared for what was predicted to be her last journey - under tow

Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Bridge, Thames, London, England, United Kingdom

City of London skyline, including the Walkie Talkie building, Leadenhall building and The Gherkin, London, England, United Kingdom

London in fog - a real Pea Souper. The statue of Queen Boudicca of the Iceni on the banks of the River Thames at Westminster at is rended into dramatic silhouette

London and the Thames (15th c. ). Gothic art
London and the Thames (15th c.). Gothic art. Miniature Painting

Frost Fair on the Thames by Pauline Baynes
Illustration painted for Holly Leaves by Pauline Baynes showing Londoners in 1683-4 enjoying the delights of the Frost Fair on the frozen River Thames

Gravesend / Milton C1840?
Gravesend, Kent: proposed development at Milton-on-Thames at the Royal Terrace Pier and Gardens

River Thames, Tower Bridge and HMS Belfast, London, England, UK, Europe

Dawn over Battersea Power Station and Chelsea Bridge, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Coxless fours on the course, Henley Royal Regatta, Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Battersea Power Station, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Thames / Richmond 1948
The Thames at Richmond, Surrey

Silent Highwayman
Death - The Silent Highway-Man of the polluted River Thames

The War of the Worlds
THE WAR OF THE WORLDS The Martian fighting-machines in the Thames Valley

Boulter's Lock, River Thames, Maidenhead, Berkshire
Entrance to Boulter's Lock, River Thames, Maidenhead, Berkshire - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Map - The River Thames, Windsor to Westminster
Map by M. F. Peck - The River Thames, Windsor to Westminster

Small boats used in the Dunkirk evacuation, WW2
A convoy of small boats which had been used in the Dunkirk evacuation, seen here on 9 June passing Lambeth Bridge, on the River Thames in London. Date: 1940

Lonsdale Road, Barnes, south-west London, with the River Thames on the left and two pubs on the right -- the Bulls Head and the Watermans Arms. circa 1910

Barge at Penton Hook Lock, Thames, 19th Century
Vintage colour lithograph of a Barge at Penton Hook Lock, Thames, 19th Century. Penton Hook Lock is a lock on the River Thames in England situated on the northern Middlesex bank near Laleham, Surrey

The Harbour Masters office at 74 Narrow Street, Limehouse, London, c1905. Artist
The Harbour Masters office at 74 Narrow Street, Limehouse, London, c1905

The Boat Race
Oxford and Cambridge rowing teams pictured battling to win the Boat Race. Date: 1932

Westminster Bridge and Parliament on a Christmas card
Westminster Bridge and the Houses of Parliament, with Big Ben, inside a Christmas card from Stanley Baldwin (at that time British Prime Minister). (2 of 2) Date: 1928

A tug boat passes under Southwark Bridge, London
A tug boat passes under the newly re-opened Southwark Bridge on the Thames River in London, 1921. St Pauls Cathedral is seen silhouetted in the background. 1921

Turnout of vehicles from Lambeth HQ, with the River Thames and Houses of Parliament in the background

LCC-LFB Massey Shaw fireboat at Blackfriars
The Massey Shaw was built in 1935 by the J Samuel White company at Cowes, Isle of Wight. She was built to a London County Council design, and cost around £ 18, 000 to build

RSS Discovery moored on Thames Embankment, London
RSS Discovery moored on the Thames Embankment, London. The ships lifeboat can be seen hanging amidships. circa 1930s

Big Ben and Thames Embankment in London
Big Ben and Thames Embankment with a tram and New Scotland Yard in London c. 1909

UK, England, London, London Bridge and Canary Wharf beyond

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"Exploring the Rich History and Beauty of the Thames" Step back in time to 1845, as HMS Erebus and HMS Terror set sail on their ill-fated Arctic expedition. The Thames witnessed their departure, forever etching their names into its storied waters. Marvel at Isambard Kingdom Brunel's genius as he stands proudly before the launching chains of the Great Eastern. This engineering marvel would go on to revolutionize maritime travel, leaving an indelible mark on the history of the Thames. Travel downstream to Henley-on-Thames in Oxfordshire, where boathouses line its banks and rowers gracefully glide across its shimmering surface. Here, tradition meets athleticism in a picturesque setting that epitomizes English charm. Transport yourself to post-war London with a GWR publicity poster from 1946. Promoting travel along the Thames, it captures a moment of hope and rebuilding after years of turmoil. Delve into Victorian London's underbelly with Folly Ditch and Jacobs Island. These haunting images transport us to a bygone era when poverty-stricken neighborhoods lined the riverbanks – a stark reminder of both hardship and resilience. Discover another side of life along the Thames with mudlarks – individuals who scavenge for treasures amidst its muddy shores. Their stories offer glimpses into centuries past, connecting us intimately with this iconic waterway's heritage. Witness elegance personified aboard THAMES BARGE SARA as it glides effortlessly through choppy waters. A symbol of trade and commerce throughout history, these barges were vital lifelines for transporting goods along this majestic river. Immerse yourself in industrial grandeur at Tate & Lyle Refinery – an architectural masterpiece rising above the riverbank skyline. Its towering presence reminds us how industry has shaped not only London but also our relationship with this mighty watercourse. Ascend Richmond Hill in Surrey for breathtaking views over the meandering Thames.