Rope Walk Collection

Rope maker twisting rope yarns together while an apprentice turns a wheel to revolve the hook
FLO4577592 Rope maker twisting rope yarns together while an apprentice turns a wheel to revolve the hook. Handcoloured woodcut engraving from The Book of English Trades

Orkney Islands KW15 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Orkney Islands KW15 1

Somerset TA12 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Somerset TA12 6

Telford and Wrekin TF4 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Telford and Wrekin TF4 3

Medway ME4 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Medway ME4 4

Edinburgh EH3 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Edinburgh EH3 9

Wyre Forest DY12 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wyre Forest DY12 1

A Rope Walk, 1887. Creator: Peter Henry Emerson
A Rope Walk, 1887. A work made of photoetching, pl. xxviii from the album " wild life on a tidal water: the adventures of a house-boat and her crew" (1890); edition 270/500

Ropes and Cordage (engraving)
5221728 Ropes and Cordage (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ropes and Cordage)

The famous covered way, "The Rope Walk"(litho)
2794330 The famous covered way, " The Rope Walk" (litho) by Furniss, Harry (1854-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: The famous covered way, " The Rope Walk")

View looking up the river, taken from below the Rope Walk and Wapping, c
2832389 View looking up the river, taken from below the Rope Walk and Wapping, c.1804, 1825 (pencil & w/c on paper) by Rowbotham, Thomas Leeson the Elder (1783-1853); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery

The famous Dutch Woman, 1690 (print)
4071436 The famous Dutch Woman, 1690 (print) by Lauron, Marcellus or Marcel (1653-1702) (after); 30.8x20.8 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

East Riding of Yorkshire YO15 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of East Riding of Yorkshire YO15 2

Cornwall TR4 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Cornwall TR4 8

Rother TN31 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Rother TN31 7

Eastleigh SO31 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Eastleigh SO31 4

Somerset TA21 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Somerset TA21 9

Wiltshire SN12 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wiltshire SN12 7

Wakefield WF11 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wakefield WF11 9

West Berkshire RG18 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of West Berkshire RG18 3

Sedgemoor TA6 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Sedgemoor TA6 4

Telford and Wrekin TF8 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Telford and Wrekin TF8 7

Teignbridge TQ14 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Teignbridge TQ14 9

Cornwall PL26 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Cornwall PL26 6

Cornwall PL28 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Cornwall PL28 8

Fylde PR3 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Fylde PR3 1

Isle of Wight PO34 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Isle of Wight PO34 5

Bedford MK42 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Bedford MK42 0

Lincoln LN6 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Lincoln LN6 7

Charnwood LE12 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Charnwood LE12 6

Manchester M3 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Manchester M3 7

Ipswich IP4 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Ipswich IP4 1

Calderdale HX2 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Calderdale HX2 7

East Lothian EH32 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of East Lothian EH32 9

Doncaster DN8 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Doncaster DN8 5

Weymouth and Portland DT3 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Weymouth and Portland DT3 4

Cheshire East CW12 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Cheshire East CW12 1

Maldon CM9 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Maldon CM9 5

Colchester CO7 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Colchester CO7 0

North Somerset BS48 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of North Somerset BS48 3

Arun BN17 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Arun BN17 5

Craven BD23 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Craven BD23 1

BN Brighton, BN43 5
BN43 5

BN Brighton, BN27 3
BN27 3

Mendip BA4 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Mendip BA4 6

BA Bath, BA3 5
BA3 5

View of the port and town of Newcastle upon Tyne, from the Rope Walk, Gateshead
XJF466214 View of the port and town of Newcastle upon Tyne, from the Rope Walk, Gateshead, engraved by Robert Havell, 1819 (engraving) by Richardson

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"Discover the Fascinating History of Rope Walks: From Orkney Islands to Cornwall" Step into the past and explore the intriguing world of rope walks, as we take you on a journey through various locations across the UK. Starting in the picturesque Orkney Islands (KW15 1 Map), where nature's beauty meets historical significance, you'll find remnants of an ancient rope walk that once thrived here. Venturing southward to Somerset (TA12 6 Map), another map leads us to a hidden gem - a rope walk nestled amidst charming countryside. This location offers a glimpse into traditional craftsmanship and its importance in local industries. Heading towards Telford and Wrekin (TF4 3 Map) in Shropshire, we encounter yet another fascinating site. Here, history intertwines with innovation as modern machinery replaced manual labor in rope production. Witness how technology revolutionized this age-old trade. Our next stop takes us to Edinburgh (EH3 9 Map), where an iconic rope walk stands tall against the city's skyline. Dating back to 1887, this historic landmark showcases architectural brilliance while preserving the legacy of ropes and cordage manufacturing. Continuing our exploration downstream along riverside paths brings us to Wyre Forest (DY12 1 Map). Amongst lush greenery lies a scenic route known as "The Rope Walk, " offering breathtaking views that captivate both locals and visitors alike. Delving deeper into history, we uncover prints from centuries ago depicting notable figures like "The Famous Dutch Woman" from 1690 or scenes captured by renowned photographer Peter Henry Emerson at A Rope Walk in Norfolk during his time. As our adventure nears its end, we make one final stop at East Riding of Yorkshire (YO15 2 Map). Here lies evidence of how these long-established structures played vital roles within maritime communities for centuries on end. Lastly, let's not forget Cornwall (TR4 8 Map), where the rugged coastline meets a rich maritime heritage.