Tooting Collection

Tooting Bec Asylum, Surrey
A woman pushes a pram at the entrance to the Tooting Bec Asylum at Tooting Graveney, erected in 1899-1903 by the Metropolitan Asylums Board

A tube a train at a london underground platform at Euston. Northern line. The train is for Tooting via Bank. Date: c. 1930s

Totting Bec Common
Hyde Farm, on Tooting Bec Common in southwest London. Date: 1885

Airing Court at Fountain Mental Hospital, Tooting, Surrey
Children and nurses enjoy playing with toys in an airing court at the Fountain Hospital at Tooting in Surrey (now South London)

Springfield Hospital, Tooting, Surrey
Aerial view of Springfield Hospital on Glenburnie Road, Tooting, near Wandsworth (then in Surrey, now in south west London). It was opened in 1841 as the Surrey County Lunatic Asylum

Childrens Ward, Fountain Mental Hospital, Tooting, Surrey
Children in cots and nurses in a ward of the Fountain Hospital at Tooting in Surrey (now South London). The hospital was opened in 1893 as a fever hospital by the Metropolitan Asylums Board

Grove Hospital, Tooting Grove, south west London
Administration block of the Grove Hospital, Tooting Grove, south west London (originally in Surrey), one of five new hospitals opened by the Metropolitan Asylums Board in the 1890s for the treatment

Grove Military Hospital, Tooting Grove, Surrey
Children stand at the gates of the Grove Hospital at Tooting Grove, Surrey (now South London) during its First World War service as a military hospital

Fountain Hospital, Tooting, Surrey
The Fountain Hospital at Tooting in Surrey (now South London) was opened in 1893 as a fever hospital by the Metropolitan Asylums Board

Grove Fever Hospital, Tooting Grove, Surrey
Birds eye view of the Grove Hospital, Tooting Grove, Surrey (now South London), one of five new hospitals opened by the Metropolitan Asylums Board in the 1890s for the treatment of infectious

St Benedicts Hospital, Tooting, South London
St Benedicts Hospital which lay between Church Lane and Rectory Lane in Tooting, South London. The hospital was established in 1897

Tooting Military Hospital, Tooting Graveney, Surrey
The Tooting Military Hospital operated during World War One in a building on Church Lane, Tooting Graveney, Surrey, formerly St Josephs Roman Catholic college

LCC-LFB Tooting fire station, SW London
Built by the London County Council, Tooting fire station is located at 91 Trinity Road SW17 and remains operational today

Grove Hospital, Tooting Grove, Surrey
The Grove Hospital, at Tooting Grove, Surrey (now South London) was one of five new hospitals opened by the Metropolitan Asylums Board in the 1890s for the treatment of infectious diseases such as

Photograph of Angel Inn, Tooting, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details

Photograph of Ye Old Angel Inn, Tooting, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

Photograph of Queen Victoria PH, Tooting, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Internal bar of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1934

Photograph of Plough PH, Tooting, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1946

St Georges Hospital is a teaching hospital in Tooting, London. Founded in 1733, it is now one of the UKs largest teaching hospitals and one of the largest hospitals in Europe. Date: 1875

James Braid at the Tooting Tournament
Golfer James Braid in action at the Tooting Tournament. 1901

James Braid signing an autograph
Golfer James Braid signing an autograph for a young hunter at Banstead Golf Club during the Tooting Bec Challange Cup competition 1911

Vintage paper bag, The Record Centre, Tooting, London
Vintage paper bag for The Record Centre, 3 Mitcham Road, Tooting, SW London. 20th century

Vintage paper bag, Watkins record stall, Tooting Market
Vintage paper bag for Watkins record stall at Tooting Market, Tooting High Street, SW London. 20th century

Drouets Infant Pauper Establishment, at Tooting (engraving)
1617893 Drouets Infant Pauper Establishment, at Tooting (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Drouets Infant Pauper Establishment, at Tooting)

Drouets Infant Pauper Establishment (engraving)
603363 Drouets Infant Pauper Establishment (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Drouets Infant Pauper Establishment, at Tooting, London)

A Visit to the London Scottish Camp at Wimbledon (engraving)
1040980 A Visit to the London Scottish Camp at Wimbledon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Visit to the London Scottish Camp at Wimbledon)

The St Clement Danes Holborn Estate Charity Almshouses, Garratt-Lane, Tooting (engraving)
1096479 The St Clement Danes Holborn Estate Charity Almshouses, Garratt-Lane, Tooting (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lambeth Burial Ground, Tooting (engraving)
5204452 Lambeth Burial Ground, Tooting (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lambeth Burial Ground, Tooting, Messrs Wehnert and Ashdown, Architects)

Prizes from the Metropolitan Exhibition of Poultry and Pigeons (engraving)
1601518 Prizes from the Metropolitan Exhibition of Poultry and Pigeons (engraving) by Weir, Harrison William (1824-1906); Private Collection; (add.info)

South west view of Tooting Church (coloured engraving)
603351 South west view of Tooting Church (coloured engraving) by Burton, Charles (fl.1851-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: South west view of Tooting Church, the old parish church of St)

Tooting (coloured engraving)
981771 Tooting (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tooting.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection

Picture shows Grove Road, Hospital, Tooting, South West London after it was hit by a German Bomb. Little Teresa Kelly had been upstairs, but was found under the debris, in her cot

Public Library, Tooting, London. 1906

Merton CR4 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Merton CR4 2

The Granada cinema, Tooting, London, 1931, (1933). Creator: Unknown
The Granada cinema, Tooting, London, 1931, (1933). The Granada, Tooting: modelled on the Spanish-Moorish architecture of the city from which it took its name

Upper Tooting Road - The Bell Pub? Date: 1856

North-west view of the Church of St Nicholas, Tooting, Wandsworth, London, c1800

Back view of Salvadore House Academy, Tooting, Wandsworth, London, 1787. Scene showing parents or guardians with the boys of the academy involved in various activities, including kite flying

North-east view of Tooting School, with a garden in the foreground, Wandsworth, London, 1829

Old Cottages in Merton Road, Tooting, c1890, (1912). From London - South of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1912]

Playing golf on Tooting Bec Common, London, 1926-1927. From Wonderful London, volume II, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)

Tooting, London, 1807. Artist: Taylor
Tooting, London, 1807. For Description of London by David Hughson

Tooting Market, 1930S
The fruit and veg stall, Tooting Market, London, England. Date: early 1930s

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A man waits to cross a road to the market in Tooting, south London, on May 5, 2016. AFP PHOTO / JUSTIN TALLIS

Mr Drouets pauper school, Tooting, Surrey
A view of the school for pauper children, privately run by Bartholomew Peter Drouet at Tooting in Surrey (now south west London). In 1849, a cholera epidemic broke out at the school

Grove Hospital, Tooting - entrance
Women, one with a bicycle, stand at the entrance to the Grove Hospital, Tooting. Date: early 1900s

Wandsworth Unions Old Peoples Cottages at Tooting
Cottages for the elderly poor erected in 1902 at Church Lane, Tooting, by the Wandsworth and Clapham Union. The scheme was designed by C.A. Sharp. Date: circa 1911

Military patients at Grove Hospital, Tooting Grove, Surrey
The Grove Hospital, Tooting Grove, during the First World War when it became the Grove Military Hospital. Here, military patients, some wearing the hospital blues uniform

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"Tooting: A Historical Tapestry of Asylums, Hospitals, and More" Nestled in the serene landscapes of Surrey, it has witnessed a fascinating tapestry of institutions throughout its history. From the imposing walls Bec Asylum to the bustling platforms of Euston's London Underground, this area has been home to numerous significant landmarks. One such landmark is Airing Court at Fountain Mental Hospital, where patients found solace amidst nature's embrace. Meanwhile, Springfield Hospital stood as a beacon of hope for those seeking healing and recovery in Tooting's tranquil surroundings. Even children were not forgotten within these walls; the Childrens Ward at Fountain Mental Hospital provided specialized care and support for young minds struggling with their own battles. And just nearby stood Grove Hospital on Tooting Grove – a testament to compassionate healthcare practices that have shaped southwest London. In times when conflicts ravaged nations, Grove Military Hospital played an essential role in caring for wounded soldiers on Tooting Grove. Its dedication to serving those who served us remains etched in our collective memory. Fountain Hospital held its ground as another pillar of mental health care excellence within Tooting. With unwavering commitment and compassion, it offered sanctuary to individuals navigating life's stormy seas. St Benedicts Hospital added yet another chapter to Tooting's medical legacy by providing comprehensive healthcare services that catered to diverse needs across South London. It became synonymous with quality care delivered with warmth and empathy. Tooting Military Hospital proudly served Graveney residents during challenging times when injuries demanded immediate attention. The brave men and women who walked through its doors knew they were in capable hands. Beyond healthcare institutions, LCC-LFB Tooting fire station stands tall as a symbol of resilience against raging flames that threatened lives and livelihoods across Southwest London. Their tireless efforts continue safeguarding communities even today. And finally, Totting Bec Common offers respite from urban chaos, inviting residents to embrace nature's tranquility.