Tyburn Collection

London Map 1756
London still surrounded by fields, with Tyburn (note the gallows) and Buckingham House on the outskirts. Trafalgar Square doesn t exist, and Mayfair is still undeveloped

Birmingham B24 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Birmingham B24 0

The scourging of Titus Oates from Newgate to Tyburn (engraving)
1094563 The scourging of Titus Oates from Newgate to Tyburn (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The scourging of Titus Oates from Newgate to Tyburn)

Jack Sheppard, the notorious house and gaol breaker (engraving)
602497 Jack Sheppard, the notorious house and gaol breaker (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jack Sheppard)

Connaught Place is an street in the Bayswater area of the City of Westminster, London and a short walk to the site of the Tyburn Tree. Date: 1875

William Guest, condemned for high treason, drawn on a sledge to Tyburn (engraving)
608152 William Guest, condemned for high treason, drawn on a sledge to Tyburn (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Guest, condemned for high treason)

The Tyburn Turnpike (coloured engraving)
602468 The Tyburn Turnpike (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tyburn Turnpike, London.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English

GINGERBREAD VENDOR
Tiddy Dol, a noted gingerbread vendor of the London streets, sufficiently well-known to be featured in Hogarths Tyburn picture; his real name was Ford Date: 18th century

Shepherds Well in 1820, (c1876). Creator: Unknown
Shepherds Well in 1820, (c1876). Shepherds Well, known as The Conduit, source of the River Tyburn provided good quality drinking water for the residents of Hampstead

Entrance to Oxford Street at the Tyburn Turnpike, London, 1798. Artist: Heinrich Schutz
Entrance to Oxford Street at the Tyburn Turnpike, London, 1798. View showing Park Lane, with figures, including an impoverished family, horses and carriages

Tyburn turnpike, London, 1812. Artist: William Pickett
Tyburn turnpike, London, 1812. Tyburn turnpike was situated at the junction of what is now Bayswater Road and Oxford Street

Tyburn, Paddington, London, 1813
View of the Tyburn Turnpike, Paddington, London, 1813; the turnpike was situated at what is now the junction of Oxford Street and Bayswater Road

Tyburn, Paddington, London, 1696
Scene at Tyburn, Paddington, London, 1696; showing crowds gathered to watch a hanging. The triple gibbet and cart used for hanging can be seen in the centre

Map of the St Marylebone area, London. Date: circa 1900

2634700; out of copyright

Oxford Street at Cumberland Gate, London
Oxford Street at Cumberland Gate; the balconies on the houses at the left are for spectators for the public hangings which took place at Tyburn Date: 1896

Trial of the highwayman at the Old Bailey
The manacled rogue is seen in the foreground, his head bowed in despair as the witness by his side unfolds his damning evidence

Tyburn Turnpike
The principal entry into London from the west, at the western end of Oxford Street

Henrietta Maria / Penance
HENRIETTA MARIA queen of Charles I, made to do penance at Tyburn London, by her confessors

Campion & Parsons 1581
Edmund Campion (1540-1581) suspected of papist leanings, hanged at Tyburn, shown with fellow Jesuit Robert Parsons whose mission was to reclaim England for catholicism

Criminal, Henry Cook
HENRY COOK: Debtor, petty thief, giver of threats of violence, foot-pad, highwayman, horse thief, shoemaker, hanged at Tyburn 6 December 1741

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Tyburn: A Historical Journey through London's Dark Past Step back in time with us as we explore the intriguing history of Tyburn, a place that witnessed countless tales of crime, punishment, and rebellion. In 1756, on the streets of London, a map reveals the location - an infamous site where justice was served. Meanwhile, in Birmingham, The Moss Gear Company thrived as it supplied essential equipment to various industries. But amidst these bustling scenes lies a darker side. Elizabeth Brownrigg's name sends shivers down our spines as we recall her heinous crimes committed within the walls of her own home. Her brutal acts shocked society and ultimately led her to meet her fate at Tyburn. As we navigate through the city using maps from different eras like Birmingham B24 0 Map and St Marylebone area map, we uncover more stories etched into Tyburn's history. Engravings depict executions taking place during Jack Sheppard's era and Lord Ferrers' demise at this very spot. The Last Scene illustration from "Jack Sheppard: A Romance" transports us to 1839 when William Harrison Ainsworth captivated readers with his vivid storytelling. It reminds us that even fictional characters were entangled in Tyburn's web of intrigue. One haunting image shows Stephen Gardiner delivering his final words before meeting his end at Tyburn. This engraving captures the solemnity surrounding these grim events while highlighting their significance in shaping London's narrative. Tyburn stands not only as a physical location but also as a symbol representing an era defined by lawlessness and social unrest. Its legacy serves as a reminder that justice can be swift yet merciless – leaving an indelible mark on both individuals and society itself. Join us on this historical journey through time where each step unearths another captivating story tied to this notorious place called Tyburn - forever etched into London's dark past.