Hamstead Collection

Old Street Map of Hamstead, Holloway and Islington 1908
Detailed colour Street Plan of London from 1908 covering the area around Hamstead, Holloway and Islington. The image has been remastered from Bartholomews Handy Atlas of London and Suburbs 1908

Hamstead Heath Snow
A winter scene on Hampstead Heath, London, with morning sunshine after a fall of snow. Date: 1960s

Hamstead, Albemarle County, Virginia, 1935. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Hamstead, Albemarle County, Virginia, 1935

Hamstead, Albemarle County, Virginia, 1935. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Hamstead, Albemarle County, Virginia, 1935

Birmingham B42 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Birmingham B42 1

Hampstead, the plague-ground of Londoners where the shades of smallpox and fever threaten the innocent holidaymakers
Hampstead, the plague-ground of Londoners... where the shades of smallpox and fever threaten the innocent holidaymakers... Date: 1875

Enemy aliens queue to register outside church, Sept 1939
A church in Hampstead helps to register crowds of enemy nationals just after the outbreak of war, September 1939. The Sphere emphasises that " all cases are examined with care and consideration

Barnsley Detachment Tankersley Brigade Rescue Party
Mine Fire at the Hamstead Colliery, Great Barr, Birmingham on 4th March, 1908. The Barnsley Detachment Tankersley Brigade Rescue Party

Isle of Wight PO41 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Isle of Wight PO41 0

Birmingham B43 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Birmingham B43 5

View of a tennis court and the sea, c1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
View of a grass tennis court and the sea, c1935. The setting may be Hamstead on the Isle of Wight

House for Edwin Long (1829-91), from The Architect, 7th March 1890 (b / w photo)
XJF268038 House for Edwin Long (1829-91), from The Architect, 7th March 1890 (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

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Step back in time with a glimpse into the rich history of Hamstead. Delve into an old street map from 1908, tracing the paths that once guided residents through this vibrant neighborhood. Picture a winter wonderland as Hamstead Heath is blanketed in snow, transforming it into a picturesque scene straight out of a storybook. However, not all tales from it can idyllic. In 1875, this area became known as the plague-ground of Londoners, where smallpox and fever lurked menacingly, threatening innocent holidaymakers who ventured too close to its grasp. Fast forward to September 1939 when enemy aliens were forced to queue outside churches for registration during times of war. The echoes of conflict reverberated through the streets as Barnsley Detachment Tankersley Brigade Rescue Party stood ready to face any danger that may arise. But let us not forget the beauty that also graced these lands. Explore Isle of Wight PO41 and Birmingham B43 5 on maps; they offer glimpses into other corners of England's diverse landscapes. And what better way to enjoy leisure time than on a tennis court overlooking the sea? A snapshot captured by Kirk & Sons of Cowes transports us back to c1935 when such moments were cherished. Yet tragedy struck on March 4th, 1908 when fire engulfed Hamstead Colliery, claiming the lives of twenty-six brave men in just one day. Their sacrifice serves as a somber reminder of the dangers faced by those working tirelessly beneath our feet. Amidst all these events lies an enduring sense of community and resilience within each house and garden that adorned this neighborhood throughout history. Created by Kirk & Sons of Cowes in c1935, their images capture moments frozen in time—testaments to lives lived and stories untold. Hamstead's past is woven with threads both dark and light—a tapestry of triumphs and tragedies, of ordinary lives intertwined with extraordinary events.