Allhallows Collection

All Hallows by the Tower, sometimes known as All Hallows Barking, said to be the oldest church in the City of London. It survived the Great Fire of London in 1666

Old Ecclesiastical Architecture in the City (engraving)
1049897 Old Ecclesiastical Architecture in the City (engraving) by Brewer, Henry William (fl.1858-d.1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old Ecclesiastical Architecture in the City)

Allhallows, Bread Street (engraving)
1053905 Allhallows, Bread Street (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Allhallows, Bread Street)

The Tower of London from Great Tower Street
LLM462329 The Tower of London from Great Tower Street by Fulleylove, John (1847-1908); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tower of London from Great Tower Street)

Curious Easter Custom at a City Church, Allhallows, Lombard-Street, Gifts to Christs Hospital Boys (engraving)
1626930 Curious Easter Custom at a City Church, Allhallows, Lombard-Street, Gifts to Christs Hospital Boys (engraving) by English School

Allhallows, London-Wall (engraving)
1100606 Allhallows, London-Wall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Allhallows, London-Wall)

Church of Allhallows in Bread Street and Church of St Michael in Wood Street, London (engraving)
983914 Church of Allhallows in Bread Street and Church of St Michael in Wood Street, London (engraving) by English School

Allhallows, Bread Street (engraving)
1053906 Allhallows, Bread Street (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Allhallows, Bread Street)

Allhallows, Bread Street (engraving)
1053904 Allhallows, Bread Street (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Allhallows, Bread Street)

All Hallows Barking
Engaving depicting Allhallows in 1750. It is said to be he oldest church in the City of London. It survived the Great Fire of London in 1666, but was badly damaged during the Blitz in World War II

Central Bedfordshire SG19 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Central Bedfordshire SG19 1

Bedford MK40 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Bedford MK40 1

Medway ME3 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Medway ME3 9

THE CHURCH OF ALLHALLOWS THE GREAT IN 1784 London, UK, 19th century engraving

THE CHURCH OF ALLHALLOWS, BARKING, IN 1750. London, UK, 19th century engraving

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"Allhallows: A Testament of Resilience and History" Nestled in the heart of the City of London, All Hallows by the Tower stands as a testament to centuries past. Known also as All Hallows Barking, this historic church has witnessed the ebb and flow of time, surviving both the Great Fire of London in 1666 and the devastating Blitz during World War II. As one gazes upon its ancient walls, adorned with intricate engravings depicting old ecclesiastical architecture in the city, a sense of awe washes over. The church's enduring spirit is palpable; it has weathered storms that have left others crumbling. In an enchanting engraving capturing a curious Easter custom at another City church - Allhallows Lombard-Street - we catch glimpses of gifts being bestowed upon Christ's Hospital boys. This scene speaks volumes about the community that once thrived within these hallowed halls. Further explorations through engravings reveal more treasures hidden within this sacred space. The Church in Bread Street and St Michael in Wood Street stand side by side, their architectural beauty immortalized on paper for generations to admire. The allure extends beyond its physical presence; it permeates into maps showcasing Central Bedfordshire SG19 1 and Bedford MK40 Even from afar, people recognize its significance as they trace their fingers along these maps, seeking connection to something greater than themselves. Allhallows Bread Street emerges repeatedly throughout our journey into history's embrace. Its image etched onto engravings serves as a reminder that even amidst change and transformation, some things remain constant – like this timeless place where faith finds solace. Today, visitors flock to witness this living relic firsthand – a sanctuary where stories echo through each stone laid long ago.