Gasworks Collection (#2)

Reading, Berkshire - Old Gasworks sign. Date: 1980s

Deptford Creek Bridge, London, 1896. View of the bridge closed to shipping, looking towards the gas works and tall-masted ships in the distance. In the foreground is a barge, used for freight

Demolitions for the Broad Street Extension of the Great Eastern Railway, City of London, 1875. The top view shows destruction of City of London Theatre, with workmen, horses and cart on left

View of gas works in Pocock Street, Southwark, London, 1826. Artist: G Yates
View of gas works in Pocock Street, Southwark, London, 1826

Sulphur recovery plant under construction at the Coleshill Gas Works, Warwickshire, 1962. An engineer at work on an excavator arm in front of the sulphur recovery plant

Civil engineers on the site of Coleshill Gas Works, Warwickshire, 1962. The installation of a gantry section

Coleshill Gas Works under construction, Warwickshire, 1962. Artist: Michael Walters
Coleshill Gas Works under construction, Warwickshire, 1962. Civil engineers wait for the installation of a gantry section

Preparing to lift a fabricated section on the site of Coleshill Gas Works, Warwickshire, 1962

Carr House Gas Works, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, 1957. Artist: Michael Walters
Carr House Gas Works, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, 1957

Drawing retorts by hand, South Metropolitan Gasworks, Peckham, London, 1903 (1903). The South Metropolitan Gas Company was founded in 1829. From Living London, Vol. II, by George R. Sims

Gasworks by the Regents Canal, London, c1830. Artist: A McClatchie
Gasworks by the Regents Canal, London, c1830. A barge on the Regents Canal passing in front of a gasworks. The Regents Canal, connecting the Paddington Canal and the Thames at Limehouse

Lambeth Gas Works, 1872. Artist: Gustave Dore
Lambeth Gas Works, 1872. Showing gas retorts, coal pods and workers. From the 19th century, manufactured gas was made by the distillation of coal

Newquay Station, Cornwall, April 1960
A view of Newquay railway station, Cornwall in the spring of 1960, showing locomotive No. 5562 and the Newquay gasworks in the distance

A gas factory in 19th century England. In this building the conversion of coal into gas and coke took place. From Old England: A Pictorial Museum, published 1847

Newquay Station, Cornwall
A view of Newquay Station, Cornwall showing a locomotive at the platform. The Newquay gasworks are just visible in the background

Gasworks on Regents Canal, London, 1828
Gas works on Regents Canal, London, 1828. A barge on the Regents Canal passing in front of a gasworks. The Regents Canal, connecting the Paddington Canal and the Thames at Limehouse

Men taking a break from charging the retorts, Lambeth Gasworks, 1872
Men taking a break from charging the retorts while colleagues in background take their turn in the inferno, Lambeth Gasworks, 1872

Retort House, Great Central Gas Works, Bow Common, London, 1866
Retort House, Great Central Gas Works, Bow Common, London. It was here that Croll introduced the burning of incandescent coke as fuel immediately as it had been taken from retorts, saving10%

Retort House, Imperial Gasworks, Kings Road, London, 1876
Retort House, Imperial Gasworks, Kings Road, London. Wood engraving, 1876

Mr Gales Balloon crossing Vauxhall Bridge, London
Mr Gales Balloon on its flight from the London gasworks to Cremorne Gardens, Chelsea, seen here crossing Vauxhall Bridge. 1847

Street Preacher (Barnes)
A street preacher attracts a congregation near a gasworks Date: 1895

City skyline from Gasworks Park and Lake Union in Seattle, Washington, USA
City skyline from Gasworks Park and Lake Union in Seattle, Washington State, USA (Large format sizes available)

1965 Monaco Grand Prix: Jack Brabham: Jack Brabham
Monte Carlo, Monaco. 28-30 May 1965. Jack Brabham (Brabham BT11 Climax). Ref-3/1642. World Copyright - LAT Photographic

Liverpool Gasworks
Sectional diagram of the Liverpool gasworks in 1861 which produced coal gas chiefly for domestic illumination. From the right

1965 Monaco Grand Prix - Denny Hulme
1965 Monaco Grand Prix Monte Carlo, Monaco. 28-30 May 1965. Denny Hulme (Brabham BT7 Climax). Ref-3/1638. World Copyright - LAT Photographic

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"From Industrial Marvels to Grand Prix Glory: Exploring the Fascinating World of Gasworks" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating history of gasworks, where innovation, progress, and even sporting triumphs unfolded. The 1960 Monaco Grand Prix witnessed adrenaline-fueled excitement as sleek racing machines whizzed past the iconic gasworks backdrop. Delve deeper into the annals of time, and you'll discover a treasure trove of plans from The Sheffield Gas Company dating back to 1929. These intricate blueprints unveil their vision for Neepsend's lands, showcasing meticulous planning that fueled urban development. Branksome Gas Works takes center stage with evocative photographs like never before seen - images frozen in time that capture both its grandeur (33558_029) and its everyday hustle (33558_039). Step into an era when these colossal structures stood tall against the skyline, exuding power and industry. Travel further back to May 1865 with Alexander Gardner's lens capturing a mesmerizing view of Petersburg Gas Works. This glimpse into history offers a rare insight into how our ancestors harnessed gas for illumination during an era marked by transformational advancements. The Victorian London Lambeth Gasworks engraving by Gustave Dore transports us to another world altogether. His masterful strokes immortalize this architectural marvel while inviting contemplation on the impact such institutions had on society at large. Artistic renditions also find their place amidst this rich tapestry; "Waiting for Coke at the Gasworks" depicts Barriere d'Italie's bustling scene through an enchanting engraving. It encapsulates not only industrial processes but also human stories woven within these vibrant spaces. A step beyond lies New Gas Works' birth in 1821—a humble pencil sketch revealing early aspirations etched onto paper—an embodiment of dreams turned reality through sheer determination and ingenuity.