Camberwell Collection (#4)

Photograph of Beresford Arms, Camberwell, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

Photograph of Artichoke PH, Camberwell, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading record 1934

Camberwell Car Shed and trams, London, 1914. Interior of the shed with pits for access to the under-side of the vehicles. Double-decker trams stand waiting behind

Life Amongst the Sand Bags by Hugo Morgan, WW1
Book Cover mounted on card - Life Amongst the Sand Bags by Hugo Morgan (The Soldier Books). Design by 240455 Private George Barrow, 6th Battalion, Oxford & Bucks Light Infantry (formerly 7389)

Dr Lettsoms home - 2
DR LETTSOMs home at Camberwell Grove, Surrey, seen from the garden. Date: 1803

Inscription from Rocques map of London, listing the citys Aldermen and their areas
XJF438449 Inscription from Rocques map of London, listing the citys Aldermen and their areas, 1746 (engraving) by Rocque, John (c.1704-d.1762); Private Collection; (add.info)

Blitz in London -- a welcome tea break, WW2
London Auxiliary firefighters enjoy a welcome cup of tea from a grateful resident in Crawford Street, Camberwell, SE London

Dr Lettsoms home - 1
DR LETTSOMs home at Camberwell Grove, Surrey. Date: 1803

General Election Promo postcard for Sydney Hoffnung Goldsmid
The reverse of a promo postcard from January 1910 General Election for Sydney Hoffnung Goldsmid, Conservative candidate for Camberwell North who failed to defeat the incumbent Thomas James Macnamara

Dr Lettsoms House
Garden view of the home of that celebrated medical practitioner, Dr Lettsom, at Camberwell (then in the county of Surrey) Date: late 18th century

Rat catching on the home front during WWI
The Emancipation of Women - another sphere of industry. A member of a family of a resident in Camberwell who is the official rat-catcher to the London County Council

WW1 - Recruitment Day - Lord Derbys Group System
WW1 - Recruits in batches at Camberwell, London as they volunteer to join the army under Lord Derbys group system. The volunteers in this recruitment office raise their arms as they make an oath to

Pat O Keefe, WW1
British boxer and Middle Weight boxing champion of England, Pat O Keefe (1183-1960) pictured after joining the 1st Surrey Rifles and assisting the training of troops at Camberwell in 1915. Date: 1915

Boy and dog on a pavement, South London
Boy and dog on a pavement, Coldharbour Lane, South London, outside O Hughes tailors shop. Date: circa 1910s

The Kangaroo Marines by Captain R W Campbell, WW1
Book Cover mounted on card - The Kangaroo Marines by Captain R W Campbell - Author of Private Spud Tamson (published by Cassell)

Soldier writing, WW1
Soldier writing, from the Sketch Book of 240455 Private George Barrow, 6th Battalion, Oxford & Bucks Light Infantry (formerly 7389, Royal Berkshire Regiment)

Soldier smoking pipe - Bowler, Oxford & Bucks Light Infantry. From the Sketch Book of 240455 Private George Barrow, 6th Battalion, Oxford & Bucks Light Infantry (formerly 7389)

General Sir Horace Smith-Dorrien, WW1
Portrait of General Sir Horace Smith-Dorrien with the British flag. By 240455 Private George Barrow, 6th Battalion, Oxford & Bucks Light Infantry (formerly 7389, Royal Berkshire Regiment)

Air raid over London seen from Trafalgar Square, WW1
Air-raid over London seen from Trafalgar Square. By 240455 Private George Barrow, 6th Battalion, Oxford & Bucks Light Infantry (formerly 7389, Royal Berkshire Regiment)

Camberwell Grove
Fountain Cottage, in Camberwell Grove. Date: 1811

Dr Lettsoms Home
South London : the home of Dr Lettsom, a famous - and consequently wealthy - doctor in the 18th century. Date: circa 1805

Dr Lettsoms home - 3
DR LETTSOMs home at Camberwell Grove, Surrey, the Fountain Cottage in the grounds. Date: 1803

Source Size = 1900 x 2217
St. Jamess Church, Camberwell, London, 1871

Source Size = 1339 x 2917
St. Andrews (Formerly all Saints ) Church, Camberwell, Uk, 1866

A Map of Camberwell, London, 1746 (engraving)
XJF438439 A Map of Camberwell, London, 1746 (engraving) by Rocque, John (c.1704-d.1762); Private Collection; British, out of copyright

Freemasonry in South London: New Masonic Hall, Camberwell, Engraving 1876, Uk, Britain
FREEMASONRY IN SOUTH LONDON: NEW MASONIC HALL, CAMBERWELL, ENGRAVING 1876, UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom, great britain, european

Map showing the Distribution of Deaths from Cholera in the Registration Districts of London
XJF275636 Map showing the Distribution of Deaths from Cholera in the Registration Districts of London, 1866 (litho) (b/w photo) by English School

Map of East London, plates 20-21, from Carys Actual Survey of Middlesex
XYC258622 Map of East London, plates 20-21, from Carys Actual Survey of Middlesex, 1786 (hand-coloured engraving) by Cary, John (c.1754-1835) (after); 15.2x21.1 cm; Yale Center for British Art

Ad Infinitum
1939: A wall of posters in Camberwell, London advertising various products such as Nestles Milk, Oxo, Camp Coffee and Marmite. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Freemasonry in South London: New Masonic Hall, Camberwell, Engraving 1876, Uk, Britain
FREEMASONRY IN SOUTH LONDON: NEW MASONIC HALL, CAMBERWELL, ENGRAVING 1876, UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom, great britain, european

Ragged School dinner
A Ragged School dinner, Camberwell, London, c1910

Camberwell Workhouse inmates at Bognor Regis
A large party of inmates from the Camberwell workhouse in south east London eating their dinner during their annual outing to Bognor Regis, West Sussex

Horse-drawn omnibus, London, 1945
Horse-drawn omnibus. Taken outside the Westminster Bank in the City. This is the Camberwell and Clapham service operated by The Star Omnibus Company

Camberwell Beauty C1860
CAMBERWELL BEAUTY

Camberwell Beauty Butterfly - feeding on rotten apple, Lower Saxony, Germany
USH-3736 Camberwell Beauty Butterfly - feeding on rotten apple Lower Saxony, Germany Nymphalis antiopa Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Horse Bus Scrap
This horse bus plies from Camberwell to Camden Town, passing Charing Cross and the Zoo : the advertisement for Ridges Food is written backwards to puzzle you

Nautilus Swim Club 3
Members of the Nautilus Swimming Club, based at Camberwell Baths in south-east London, pose in a meadow before settling down to their River Picnic

Nautilus Swim Club 2
Members of the Nautilus Swimming Club, based at Camberwell Baths in south-east London, pass through a lock on the Thames on their way to their River Picnic

CAMBERWELL
The village of Camberwell, viewed from the Grove and looking northeast - you can just see St Pauls in the distance

Labour Exchange
LABOUR EXCHANGE at Camberwell Green, expectant claimants and busy officials

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Camberwell, a historic neighborhood nestled in the heart of London, is a place brimming with rich heritage and captivating stories. From its iconic landmarks to its significant institutions, it has played an integral role in shaping the city's history. One such institution that stands tall within Camberwell is St Giles Hospital. With its imposing facade and grand architecture, this hospital has been a pillar of healthcare for generations of Londoners. Its walls have witnessed countless tales of resilience and healing. As you stroll through the streets of Camberwell, you can't help but notice the London arms and seals adorning various buildings. These symbols serve as reminders of the area's connection to the capital city and its enduring legacy. The LCC-MFB Peckham fire station in Camberwell stands as a testament to bravery and sacrifice. This station has seen young firefighters bravely battling flames during times of crisis, including the devastating Blitz in World War II on Foreign Street. Another significant landmark is the Workhouse Infirmary on Havil Street. Once providing shelter for those less fortunate, it now serves as a reminder of compassion amidst adversity - a place where lives were transformed through care and support. In contrast to these historical sites lies Nautilus Swim Club 1 – an oasis where residents can escape from their daily routines by diving into crystal-clear waters or lounging by serene poolsides. It offers respite from bustling city life while fostering community bonds among swimmers. To truly understand Camberwell's roots, one must delve into history books like A Map of Bermondsey from 1746 or explore vintage photographs like that capturing Marlborough Arms – both offering glimpses into bygone eras when horse-drawn carriages roamed these very streets. And let us not forget The First London County Council – an engraving that immortalizes pioneers who laid foundations for modern governance structures we benefit from today. Their vision shaped the Camberwell we know and love.