Finsbury Park Collection

Finsbury Park (b / w photo)
2803266 Finsbury Park (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Finsbury Park. Illustration for Pictorial London (Cassell, c 1905)

Halton WA8 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Halton WA8 9

Jimmy Reed, Manor House, London, 1964. Creator: Brian Foskett
Jimmy Reed, Manor House, London, 1964

Duke Ellington Band, Finsbury Park Astoria, London, 1963. Creator: Brian Foskett
Duke Ellington Band, Finsbury Park Astoria, London, 1963

Sam Woodyard, American jazz drummer, c1963. Creator: Brian Foskett
Sam Woodyard, American jazz drummer, c1963

Lawrence Brown, American jazz trombonist, 1962. Creator: Brian Foskett
Lawrence Brown, American jazz trombonist, 1962

Louis Armstrong backsage at Finsbury Park Astoria, London, 1962. Creator: Brian Foskett
Louis Armstrong backsage at Finsbury Park Astoria, London, 1962

Louis Armstrong relaxing backstage, Finsbury Park Astoria, London, 1962. Creator: Brian Foskett
Louis Armstrong relaxing backstage, Finsbury Park Astoria, London, 1962

The Opening of Finsbury Park (engraving)
1104166 The Opening of Finsbury Park (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Opening of Finsbury Park)

Boating Lake, Finsbury Park, London (colour photo)
3095070 Boating Lake, Finsbury Park, London (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boating Lake, Finsbury Park, London)

Finsbury Park, Finsbury (b / w photo)
3628488 Finsbury Park, Finsbury (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Finsbury Park, Finsbury)

Sketch Plan of the Hackney Brook, compiled by E. Bolus (litho)
XJF262735 Sketch Plan of the Hackney Brook, compiled by E. Bolus (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The first travelling Pets Corner opens at Finsbury Park. It is organised by the Greater London Council Parks Department to provide pet visitors in areas where young people living in flats are barred

Haringey N4 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Haringey N4 2

Haringey N4 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Haringey N4 3

Jimmy Rushing, Finsbury Park Astoria, London, 1963. Creator: Brian Foskett
Jimmy Rushing, Finsbury Park Astoria, London, 1963

Cootie Williams, Duke Ellington Orchestra, Finsbury Park Astroria, London, 1962. Creator
Cootie Williams, Duke Ellington Orchestra, Finsbury Park Astroria, London, 1962

Louis Armstrong and All Stars on stage on Day 2, Finsbury Park Astoria, London, 1962

Danny Barcelona on stage on Day 2, Finsbury Park Astoria, London, 1962. Creator: Brian Foskett
Danny Barcelona on stage on Day 2, Finsbury Park Astoria, London, 1962

Danny Barcelona off stage on Day 2, Finsbury Park Astoria, London, 1962. Creator: Brian Foskett
Danny Barcelona off stage on Day 2, Finsbury Park Astoria, London, 1962

Trummy Young back stage on Day 2 at Finsbury Park Astoria, London, 1962. Creator: Brian Foskett
Trummy Young back stage on Day 2 at Finsbury Park Astoria, London, 1962

Louis Armstrong on stage on Day 2, Finsbury Park Astoria, London, 1962. Creator: Brian Foskett
Louis Armstrong on stage on Day 2, Finsbury Park Astoria, London, 1962

Count Basie backstage, Finsbury Park Astoria, London, 1963. Creator: Brian Foskett
Count Basie backstage, Finsbury Park Astoria, London, 1963

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"Finsbury Park: A Melting Pot of Music, History, and Natural Beauty" Step into the enchanting world of Finsbury Park, where captivating stories unfold against a backdrop of timeless photographs. This black and white snapshot takes us back to 1963 when the Duke Ellington Band graced the stage at Finsbury Park Astoria in London. The soulful melodies filled the air, leaving an indelible mark on music history. In another mesmerizing image from 1964, we find ourselves transported to Manor House as Jimmy Reed captivates his audience with his bluesy tunes. Brian Foskett's lens captures this momentous occasion for posterity. The rhythmic beats continue to echo through time as we glimpse Sam Woodyard, the American jazz drummer in action circa 1963. His passion for music reverberates through every beat he plays. Lawrence Brown's trombone skills take center stage in a photograph from 1962. With each note he plays, he paints a vivid musical landscape that transcends boundaries and touches hearts. Louis Armstrong himself graces these hallowed grounds backstage at Finsbury Park Astoria in London during that same year. In one photo, we see him immersed in relaxation before taking to the stage; while another reveals him caught up in conversation with fellow musicians - moments forever frozen by Brian Foskett's camera lens. But beyond its musical legacy lies more hidden treasures within Finsbury Park's embrace. An engraving depicting its grand opening transports us back to a time when excitement filled the air as people gathered eagerly to explore this new haven of leisure and entertainment. Nature lovers are drawn towards its serene Boating Lake captured beautifully in color photography - a tranquil oasis amidst bustling city life. And let us not forget about Finsbury itself; an old-world charm emanates from this black and white photograph showcasing its architectural splendor.