West India Quay Collection

A Map of Limehouse and Rotherhithe, London, 1746 (engraving)
XJF438443 A Map of Limehouse and Rotherhithe, London, 1746 (engraving) by Rocque, John (c.1704-d.1762); Private Collection; British, out of copyright

Barrels of molasses, West India Docks, London, 1926-1927. Artist: Langfier Photo
Barrels of molasses, West India Docks, London, 1926-1927. Illustration from Wonderful London, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, Volume I, published by Amalgamated Press, (London, 1926-1927)

The new East and West India Docks at Tilbury, opened last week, 1886. Creator: Unknown
The new East and West India Docks at Tilbury, opened last week, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

Port of London Authority - Map, 1937. Creator: Unknown
Port of London Authority - Map, 1937. The River Thames in London, showing Tower Bridge, the Tower of London, St Katharine Docks, Western and Eastern Docks, West India Docks, Blackwall Basin

West India Dock, 1895. Creator: Thomas Robert Way
West India Dock, 1895

Tower Hamlets E14 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Tower Hamlets E14 4

Carriers of Londons Food: Unloaded Cargo Boats in the South Dock of the West India Docks, c1935. Ships at the Isle of Dogs on the River Thames in London

View of West India Docks, Poplar, London, 1802

Plan of proposed docks at the Isle of Dogs, now the site of West India Docks, London, 1820

Proposed canals and docks, London, 1800. Plan of a proposed canal and wet docks for the Isle of Dogs, to aid West India trade

View of West India Docks from the south east, 1840. Artist: William Parrott
View of West India Docks from the south east, 1840. Showing figures making repairs to ships and boats or handling cargo

West India Docks, Poplar, London, 1830. Artist: William Parrott
West India Docks, Poplar, London, 1830; view of a ship being fitted out by caulkers, shipwrights, riggers and sailors

West India Docks, Poplar, London, c1830. Artist: Thomas Barber
View of West India Docks, Poplar, London, c1830; with vessels on the water

West India Docks, Poplar, London, 1802. Artist: William Daniell
View of the newly constructed West India Docks, Poplar, London, looking north, 1802

West India Dock, London, 19th century. Artist: J Woods
West India Dock, London, 19th century. Sailing ships on the Thames

Dockers unloading sugar at West India Docks, London, 1889. Each docker wheels a trolley carrying a single sack which is recorded and marked

Unloading frozen meat from Australia, South West India Dock, Millwall, London, 1881. Interior of the hold of the Catania, which sailed on 28 August from Sydney with nearly 120 tons of meat

West India Docks, London, 1808-1810. Artist: Augustus Charles Pugin
West India Docks, London, 1808-1810. The docks were built in 1799-1802. The chief engineer was William Jessop, and the warehouses were built by George Gwilt (1746-1807)

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West India Quay at Canary Wharf

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"West India Quay: A Historic Hub of Trade and Maritime Splendor" Step back in time to the bustling West India Quay, a vibrant hub of trade and maritime activity. This captivating corner of London has witnessed centuries of history unfold, leaving behind a rich tapestry of stories and memories. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds as you stroll along the quayside. Picture barrels upon barrels filled with golden molasses, symbolizing the lucrative sugar trade that once thrived here. The West India Docks, dating back to 1802, were at the heart of this bustling industry, serving as a vital link between London and its colonial territories. As you explore further, let your imagination soar with an engraving from 1746 depicting Limehouse and Rotherhithe on an intricately detailed map. Marvel at how this area has transformed over time into what is now known as Canary Wharf Crossrail Station – a testament to London's ever-evolving landscape. The ship "Tory, " captured in an intriguing image from 1845, stands tall amidst the West India Docks' labyrinthine waterways. Its presence serves as a reminder of the countless vessels that once sailed these waters carrying goods from far-flung corners of the world. Transport yourself even deeper into history with plans for proposed docks at Isle of Dogs in 1820 – plans that eventually materialized into what we know today as West India Docks. These ambitious projects aimed to revolutionize London's trading capabilities by connecting it through canals and expanding its reach across Europe. Intriguing glimpses into daily life emerge through photographs capturing cargo boats unloading food supplies in South Dock during the 1930s. These hardworking carriers played an essential role in ensuring Londoners had access to sustenance during challenging times. Artistic renderings by William Parrott transport us visually to different eras.