Limehouse Collection (#2)

Photograph of Charlie Browns PH, Limehouse, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub

"The Strangers Home, "West India Dock Road, Limehouse (engraving)
1587370 " The Strangers Home, " West India Dock Road, Limehouse (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " The Strangers Home)

Some Inmates of the Strangers Home for Asiatics, Africans, and South Sea Islanders (litho)
1596898 Some Inmates of the Strangers Home for Asiatics, Africans, and South Sea Islanders (litho) by Almond, William Douglas (1866-1916); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Storm on the Thames, Tuesday, 18 January (engraving)
1590213 The Storm on the Thames, Tuesday, 18 January (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Storm on the Thames, Tuesday, 18 January)

Limehouse (litho)
5990669 Limehouse (litho) by Pennell, Joseph (1858-1926) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Limehouse. Illustration for A London Reverie by Joseph Pennell)

Poor children gleaning pieces of coal from the banks of the Thames at Limehouse, London (litho)
6014256 Poor children gleaning pieces of coal from the banks of the Thames at Limehouse, London (litho) by Ricketts, Charles (1866-1931); Private Collection; (add.info)

Punch cartoon: School Board and Washing: or, No Soft Soap - Industrial Schools in Victorian Britain (engraving)
6034876 Punch cartoon: School Board and Washing: or, No Soft Soap - Industrial Schools in Victorian Britain (engraving) by English School

Church of St Ann, Limehouse, London (engraving)
602974 Church of St Ann, Limehouse, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Front elevation of Church of St Ann, Limehouse)

St Annes Church, Limehouse, London (engraving)
602973 St Annes Church, Limehouse, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Annes Church, Limehouse)

Machine at a rope and sail cloth factory, East London
Yarn dressing and beaming machine at the Sir Joseph Huddart and Co rope and sail cloth factory, Limehouse, East London. Date: 1842

Rope making at a rope and sail cloth factory, East London
Flat rope making at the Sir Joseph Huddart and Co rope and sail cloth factory, Limehouse, East London. Date: 1842

Rope laying at a rope and sail cloth factory, East London
Rope making or laying at the Sir Joseph Huddart and Co rope and sail cloth factory, Limehouse, East London. Date: 1842

Rope spinning at a rope and sail cloth factory, East London
Rope spinning at the Sir Joseph Huddart and Co rope and sail cloth factory, Limehouse, East London, with a close-up view of the many strands of a rope. Date: 1842

Clock of St Anns Church, Limehouse, East London 1842
A man operating the workings of the clock belonging to St Anns Church, Limehouse, East London, to illustrate an article about a church clock factory and bell foundry, Moore and Co. 1842

Map, Tom Manns Dock Scheme, London. 1892

Messers Forrestts Life-Boat Building-Yard, Limehouse (engraving)
1612526 Messers Forrestts Life-Boat Building-Yard, Limehouse (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Messers Forrestts Life-Boat Building-Yard, Limehouse)

Irish-Stew Dinner to the Poor at the Conder-Street Mission-Hall, Limehouse (engraving)
1590225 Irish-Stew Dinner to the Poor at the Conder-Street Mission-Hall, Limehouse (engraving) by Paget, Walter (1863-1935); Private Collection; (add.info)

Hot-cross buns for poor children in the East-end of London
Some 500 children were given a feast of hot-cross buns on Good Friday at the Salmon Lane Mission, Limehouse Fields. Date: 1910

Sketches at the Strangers Home for Asiatics, Africans, and South Sea Islanders (litho)
1596867 Sketches at the Strangers Home for Asiatics, Africans, and South Sea Islanders (litho) by Almond, William Douglas (1866-1916); Private Collection; (add.info)

Advert, Thames & Channel Passenger Service, London Steamboat Company Limited, for steamboats calling at various points along the River Thames in London and places further afield in Essex

Members of the New Parliament (engraving)
1047896 Members of the New Parliament (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Members of the New Parliament)

Church of St George, Ratcliff Highway and Church of St John, Limehouse, London (engraving)
983917 Church of St George, Ratcliff Highway and Church of St John, Limehouse, London (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Church of St George)

Destruction of Limehouse Church by Fire (engraving)
1612057 Destruction of Limehouse Church by Fire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Destruction of Limehouse Church by Fire)

Distributing Soup at the Strangers Home, Limehouse (engraving)
1588579 Distributing Soup at the Strangers Home, Limehouse (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Distributing Soup at the Strangers Home, Limehouse)

Entrance to the Regents Canal (engraving)
605104 Entrance to the Regents Canal (engraving) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864); Private Collection; (add.info.: Entrance to the Regents Canal, Limehouse)

Bits of Old London, Old Inns (engraving)
1594737 Bits of Old London, Old Inns (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bits of Old London, Old Inns)

Ship Building at Limehouse, the President on the stocks (colour litho)
815393 Ship Building at Limehouse, the President on the stocks (colour litho) by Parrott, William (1813-69); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ship Building at Limehouse, the President on the stocks)

A West Indiaman in Cox and Curlins Yard, Limehouse (etching)
2775907 A West Indiaman in Cox and Curlins Yard, Limehouse (etching) by Moses, Henry (1782-1870); Private Collection; (add.info.: A West Indiaman in Cox and Curlins Yard, Limehouse)

Limehouse (etching)
2775904 Limehouse (etching) by Moses, Henry (1782-1870); Private Collection; (add.info.: Limehouse. Illustration for Sketches of Shipping Drawn and Etchd by Henry Moses)

Irish stew diner to the poor at the Conder Street Mission Hall (engraving)
728690 Irish stew diner to the poor at the Conder Street Mission Hall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Ruins of Limehouse Church (engraving)
585589 Ruins of Limehouse Church (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The figures of people standing among the ruins of St Annes church in Limehouse)

Messrs Forrestts life boat building yard, Limehouse (engraving)
585566 Messrs Forrestts life boat building yard, Limehouse (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

New Members of the House of Commons, Heroes of the Conflict (b / w photo)
1100115 New Members of the House of Commons, Heroes of the Conflict (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Members of the House of Commons)

The Thames and its Tributaries (engraving)
5213472 The Thames and its Tributaries (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Thames and its Tributaries)

The Old East Indiaman "Canton, "used for Seventy Years as a Graving Dock at Limehouse (b / w photo)
1592391 The Old East Indiaman " Canton, " used for Seventy Years as a Graving Dock at Limehouse (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Receiving Applicants at the Strangers Home for Asiatics, Africans, and South Sea Islanders (litho)
1596897 Receiving Applicants at the Strangers Home for Asiatics, Africans, and South Sea Islanders (litho) by Almond, William Douglas (1866-1916); Private Collection; (add.info)

New Members of the New House of Commons (engraving)
1603398 New Members of the New House of Commons (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Members of the New House of Commons)

Members of the New London County Council (engraving)
1626221 Members of the New London County Council (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Members of the New London County Council)

New Members of the House of Commons (engraving)
1623165 New Members of the House of Commons (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Members of the House of Commons)

The Socialist Sunday Meetings at the East End (engraving)
1041143 The Socialist Sunday Meetings at the East End (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Socialist Sunday Meetings at the East End)

St Anne s, Limehouse (engraving)
1101726 St Anne s, Limehouse (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Anne s, Limehouse)

The Members of the New London County Council, 1892 (engraving)
1056323 The Members of the New London County Council, 1892 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Members of the New London County Council, 1892)

Le Dock De Lime-House (engraving)
3650125 Le Dock De Lime-House (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Dock De Lime-House)

Lime-House Dock (engraving)
3650135 Lime-House Dock (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lime-House Dock. Illustration for Londres by Louis Enault illustrated by Gustave Dore)

Limehouse Church; St Annes Church, Limehouse, London (engraving)
602976 Limehouse Church; St Annes Church, Limehouse, London (engraving) by Browne, Hablot Knight (Phiz) (1815-92); Private Collection; (add.info.: Limehouse Church; St Annes Church, Limehouse)

St Annes Church, Limehouse, London (engraving)
602975 St Annes Church, Limehouse, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Annes Church, Limehouse, London; from The Illustrated London News)

The burning of St Annes Church in Limehouse (engraving)
585587 The burning of St Annes Church in Limehouse (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The burning of St Annes Church in Limehouse, East London)

Two Nestorians at the Strangers Home for Asiatics, Limehouse (engraving)
1587646 Two Nestorians at the Strangers Home for Asiatics, Limehouse (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two Nestorians at the Strangers Home for Asiatics)

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"Limehouse: A Glimpse into the Historical Tapestry of London's River Thames" Step back in time to 1926-1927, where an old pub on the banks of the River Thames in Limehouse served as a hub for both locals and Cid Officers disguised as dockers. This bustling establishment witnessed secret conversations and covert operations during those intriguing times. Delve even further into history, all the way back to 1828 when Frederick James Havell captured the enchanting entrance to Regents Canal Dock in Limehouse through his artistic lens. The image transports us to a bygone era, where trade flourished along this vital waterway connecting Limehouse with other parts of London. The Harbour Masters office at 74 Narrow Street stands tall in our memories from around 1905. This iconic building was not only a symbol of authority but also witnessed countless tales of maritime adventures and shipyard activities that shaped Limehouse's identity. Political fervor took center stage in Limehouse during the Liberal Election Campaign Card of 1909. As politicians rallied their supporters, this vibrant neighborhood became a hotbed for political discourse and activism. Limehouse Basin emerges as a picturesque gem against the backdrop of Canary Wharf today. Once an integral part of London's trading network since its inception in 1827, it now offers tranquil waterside walks and stunning views that captivate visitors from across Europe. Traveling even further back in time, we find ourselves standing near Limehouse Bridge overlooking the majestic River Thames circa 1751. The view is awe-inspiring; one can almost imagine ships sailing past while witnessing daily life unfold along these historic shores. The Grapes Pub holds its own special place within Limehouse's narrative - an enduring establishment that has welcomed patrons for generations with open arms. Its walls echo with laughter, stories shared over pints, and moments frozen in time that make it an essential part of Limehouse's social fabric.