Clerkenwell Collection (#6)

Clerkenwell Cavalry. Aquatint by and after Thomas Rowlandson, 1799 (c). From a volume of 86 aquatints entitled ?Loyal Volunteers of London and Environs

The Northampton Institute, London
The Northampton Institute was not in the town of Northampton but, in fact, a college in Clerkenwell, London, built in 1894 on land presented by the Marquess of Northampton

C D Monninger, London
C D Monninger, Clerkenwell Road, London, manufacturers of saws, files and other metal tools -- handwritten invoice. 1897

Inmates of John Grooms Orphanage for Maimed and Crippled Girls at Clacton-on-Sea. Groom, a London engraver and evangelical preacher

John Groom Tribute Sculpture
Illustration of a sculpture dedicated to John A Groom, founder of the Crippleage and Flower Girls Mission on Sekforde Street, Clerkenwell, later moving to Edgware Way, Hendon

2634700; out of copyright

Firefighters in action, Rosebery Avenue, WW2
Firefighters in action in burning debris in Rosebery Avenue, Clerkenwell, London, following a flying bomb attack

LCC-MFB Clerkenwell fire station EC1
The original Clerkenwell fire station built in 1870, located at 42-44 Rosebery Avenue, Farringdon. The station was substantially extended in 1896 and the fire engines pulled out into Farrington Road

LCC-LFB first emergency tender crew, Clerkenwell
It was more a dedicated breathing apparatus fire engine but is deemed to be the forerunner of the emergency tenders. This fire engine also had a petrol engine generator to supply the electric

LCC-LFB Major fire, Farringdon Street EC4
Fire seriously damages a Farringdon Street office building in Clerkenwell, City of London. Two turntable ladders are at work together with the 15 pumps

East Ham Fire Brigade appliance
An Appliance new to East Ham Fire Brigade in March 1963 (source: HCB file 831 - registration WHV 383); it was Londons P232

Prisoners at Clerkenwell House of Correction, London, taking their turn on the treadmill while the men who have just done their stint wait in silence until it is their turn again

The Fleet Ditch near West Street, during alterations, 1844
The Fleet Ditch near West Street. From a sketch taken during alterations, 1844.Engraving from Old and new London Volume 2 by Walter Thornbury.Published by Cassell, Petter and Galpin

The Crypt of St. Johns, 1878
The Crypt of St.John s. Clerkenwell. Engraving from Old and new London Volume 2 by Walter Thornbury. Published by Cassell, Petter and Galpin, 1878

Hicks Hall, 1750. 1878
Hicks Hall about 1750. Engraving from Old and new London Volume 2 by Walter Thornbury.Published by Cassell, Petter and Galpin, 1878

Coffee-Room at St. Johns Gate, 1878
Coffee-Room at St.Johns Gate. Engraving from Old and new London Volume 2 by Walter Thornbury.Published by Cassell, Petter and Galpin, 1878

The Old House of Detention, 1878
The Old House of Detention, Clerkenwell. Engraving from Old and new London Volume 2 by Walter Thornbury.Published by Cassell, Petter and Galpin, 1878

Ray Street, 1820
Ray Street, Clerkenwell, about 1820. Engraving from Old and new London Volume 2 by Walter Thornbury. Published by Cassell, Petter and Galpin, 1878

The needle-room, Clerkenwell Prison, London, 1874. Prisoners sewing mailbags, a common form of prison labour in British jails

The oakum-shed, Clerkenwell Prison, London, 1874. Oakum is a tarred fibre used in shipbuilding. It used to be made from old tarry ropes and its preparation was a common form of prison labour

St Johns Gate on a Sunday, Clerkenwell, London, 1926-1927. Artist: McLeish
St Johns Gate on a Sunday, Clerkenwell, London, 1926-1927. The gate was built in 1504 by Thomas Docwra, prior of the Priory of the Knights of Saint John

Chapel Royal choirboys in procession, Clerkenwell, London, 1926-1927. Procession going to a commemorative service of the order in the Grand Priory Church

Election hustings in Clerkenwell Green during the Finsbury election, London, 1852. A print from The Illustrated London News (10 June 1852)

St Johns Gate, Clerkenwell, London, c1920s. The gate was built in 1504 by Thomas Docwra, prior of the Priory of the Knights of Saint John. It served as the south entrance to the inner precinct

Prisoners at Clerkenwell House of Correction, London, 1874. Prisoners, in prison uniform, take their turn on the treadmill while the men who have just done their stint wait in silence until it is

Henry Foster, Churchman
HENRY FOSTER English churchman, vicar of Clerkenwell, in his fortieth year. Date: 1734 - 1814

Northampton Institute, Clerkenwell, London
The Northampton Institute was not in the town of Northampton but, in fact, a college in Clerkenwell, London, built in 1894 on land presented by the Marquess of Northampton

LFB firefighters in 100 yards race, White City Stadium
LFB firefighters in a 100 yards race for the Brigade Championship Final at White City Stadium, 30 August 1958. They are taking part in the LFB Athletic Association 47th Annual Athletic Meeting

Firefighters at Middlesex Street, Aldgate, E1
Lambeth and Clerkenwell emergency tender crews in Middlesex Street, Aldgate, London E1, on 23 June 1958. They are equipped with breathing apparatus, awaiting orders to enter a burning building

Firefighters in action, Great Sutton Street, Clerkenwell
Firefighters attending a fire at a brush factory in Great Sutton Street, Clerkenwell, London, on 18 September 1934. The London Salvage Corps is also in attendance. Date: 1934

John Grooms Sekforde Street, London
Inmates at work at John Grooms home for poor and disabled flower-sellers on Sekforde Street, Clerkenwell. Date unknown

John Grooms Home at Sekforde Street, London
John Groom and the Afflicted, Blind and Crippled Workers at the home he founded for their care on Sekforde Street, Clerkenwell. Date: Date unknown

ST JOHNs GATE 1815
Clerkenwell Date: 1815

St Johns Gate
Clerkenwell Date: circa 1770

HICKS HALL
Hicks Hall, Clerkenwell. Date: 1813

St Johns Gate
Engraving depicting St Johns Gate, in Clerkenwell, London, the residence of Edward Cave (1691-1754), an English printer, editor

Source Size = 3968 x 2689
Effects of the Explosion at Clerkenwell: Interiors of Houses in Corporation Lane, London, Uk, 1867

Source Size = 5697 x 3954
Effects of the Explosion at the House of Detention, Clerkenwell, Seen from Within the Prison Yard: Searching the Ruins, 1867

Source Size = 2412 x 1330
Effects of the Explosion at Clerkenwell: Corporation Lane by Night, London, Uk, 1867

Source Size = 3970 x 2712
The Clerkenwell House of Correction: the Oakum Shed, 1874

Source Size = 3974 x 2714
The Clerkenwell House of Correction: the Needle Room, 1874

Friends visiting Prisoners at the House of Correction, Coldbath Fields, print made by J
XJF488924 Friends visiting Prisoners at the House of Correction, Coldbath Fields, print made by J. Palmer, illustration from The Criminal Prisons of London

Clerkenwell Clock Factory: the Turret-Clock Shop, Uk

Clerkenwell Clock Factory: the Brass Foundry, Uk

Clerkenwell Clock Factory: the Clock-Case Shop, Uk

Clerkenwell Clock Factory: the Regulator and General Clock Shop, Uk

Newcastle House, c. 1790 (engraving)
XJF3038399 Newcastle House, c.1790 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Newcastle House in Clerkenwell Close was the mansion of the Cavendish family)

Brook-Hill Clerkenwell, 1846 (engraving)
XJF3038386 Brook-Hill Clerkenwell, 1846 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustrated London News, 8 August 1846. ); English, out of copyright

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Clerkenwell: A Historic Neighborhood with a Vibrant Past Step into the heart and you'll find yourself immersed in a rich tapestry of history and culture. From pub darts matches to heroic acts by the GLC-London Fire Brigade, this neighborhood has seen it all. In 1863, George Morris, the celebrated bell ringer, mesmerized locals with his skillful performance on eight bells. The echoes of his talent still resonate through time. Take a glimpse at an engraving from 1746 and you'll discover a map that unveils the secrets of old Clerkenwell within the City of London. It's like stepping back in time and witnessing how this area has evolved over centuries. Archbishop Manning made his mark on Clerkenwell Green in 1872, leaving behind an indelible legacy. His presence brought solace to many souls who sought guidance amidst bustling city life. The Hugh Myddelton Board School stands tall as a testament to education's importance. Opened by none other than the Prince of Wales himself, its walls have witnessed countless dreams taking flight. But not all moments were filled with joy; World War II left its scars on Turnmill Street as bombs fell during the Blitz. Yet even amidst destruction, resilience shone through as firefighters valiantly battled flames along Rosebery Avenue and attempted to right fallen carts across town. St John's Gate remains an iconic symbol standing proud against time's relentless march forward. Its majestic presence reminds us that history lives on in every brick and stone. Firefighters became heroes once again during WW2 as they fought bravely at Middlesex Street in Aldgate E1. Their selflessness saved lives while embodying the spirit of community that defines Clerkenwell. And let us not forget about Gunmakers Arms - a cherished establishment where friendships were forged over pints shared among kindred spirits seeking respite from the world outside.