Newington Butts Collection

Fishmongers Almshouses, Newington Butts and Bancrofts Almshouses, Bow Road, London (engraving)
983883 Fishmongers Almshouses, Newington Butts and Bancrofts Almshouses, Bow Road, London (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fishmongers Almshouses)

Elephant and Castle, Southwark, in the late 19th Century (b / w photo)
3637686 Elephant and Castle, Southwark, in the late 19th Century (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elephant and Castle, Southwark)

New Clock-Tower, Newington-Butts (engraving)
1589980 New Clock-Tower, Newington-Butts (engraving) by Watkins, Frank (fl.1859-94); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Clock-Tower, Newington-Butts)

Elephant and Castle, Southwark (b / w photo)
3637689 Elephant and Castle, Southwark (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elephant and Castle)

Rectorial House, Newington Butts
6340475 Rectorial House, Newington Butts by Smith, John Thomas (1766-1833); (add.info.: Rectorial House, Newington Butts. Singular building made of oak, chestnut and cedar)

Newington Butts in 1820 (engraving)
3637112 Newington Butts in 1820 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Newington Butts in 1820)

A view of the Old George, Newington Butts, London (coloured engraving)
607585 A view of the Old George, Newington Butts, London (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A view of the Old George, Newington Butts, London)

Rectorial House at Newington Butts, Southwark, London (engraving)
602769 Rectorial House at Newington Butts, Southwark, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rectorial House at Newington Butts, Southwark)

Church of St Mary Magdalen, Bermondsey and Church of St Mary, Newington Butts (engraving)
983881 Church of St Mary Magdalen, Bermondsey and Church of St Mary, Newington Butts (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Church of St Mary Magdalen)

Lambeth SE11 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Lambeth SE11 4

The Fishmongers Almshouses in 1850, (c1878). Creator: Unknown
The Fishmongers Almshouses in 1850, (c1878). The Fishmongers Almshouses, also known as St Peters Hospital, in the village of Newington Butts, (now part of south London)

Newington Butts in 1820, (c1878). Creator: Unknown
Newington Butts in 1820, (c1878). Cows and sheep in the village of Newington Butts, (now part of Elephant & Castle, south London)

Front of the Metropolitan Tabernacle, (c1878). Creator: Unknown
Front of the Metropolitan Tabernacle, (c1878). The Metropolitan Tabernacle at Newington Butts in south London, designed by William Wilmer Pocock and finished in 1861

United Parochial National Charity and Sunday Schools, Newington Butts, Southwark, London, 1824

Newington, Southwark, London, 1825. Artist: John Hassell
Newington, Southwark, London, 1825. View along Newington Butts from the north entrance, showing houses and shops

Newington Turnpike on Newington Causeway, Southwark, London, 1825. Artist: G Yates
Newington Turnpike on Newington Causeway, Southwark, London, 1825. View with the Elephant and Castle Inn beyond

Statue of James Hulbert, St Peters Hospital, Southwark, London, 1827. View of the statue in the square of the St Peters Hospital, commonly known as Fishmongers Almshouses, in Newington Butts

St Peters Hospital, Southwark, London, 1827. Artist: John Chessell Buckler
St Peters Hospital, Southwark, London, 1827. East view of the quadrangle of St Peters Hospital, commonly known as Fishmongers Almshouses, situated in Newington Butts, Southwark

The Elephant and Castle Inn, Newington Butts, Southwark, London, 1826. Busy street scene with horse-drawn carriages and a couple narrowly avoiding being run over in the centre

The George Tavern and shop fronts, Newington Butts, Southwark, London, c1825. Artist
The George Tavern and shop fronts, Newington Butts, Southwark, London, c1825

Interior of the Church of St Mary Newington, Newington Butts, Southwark, London, 1825

South-west view of the Church of St Mary Newington, Newington Butts, Southwark, London, 1798

Church of St Mary Newington, Newington Butts, Southwark, London, 1824

Men demolishing St Peters Hospital, Southwark, London, 1851. Artist: James Findlay
Men demolishing St Peters Hospital, Southwark, London, 1851. The building was also known as the Fishmongers Almshouses

Fishmongers Almshouses, Southwark, London, c1850. Also known as St Peters Hospital

Newington Causeway, Southwark, London, c1858. Street scen showing the Elephant and Castle Inn, Newington Butts and shops in Newington Causeway

Newington Butts, Southwark, London, 1792. Artist
Newington Butts, Southwark, London, 1792. View with figures and a horse and cart

The Rectors House on Newington Butts in Southwark, London, 1795. Artist
The Rectors House on Newington Butts in Southwark, London, 1795. View with a description below

Fishmongers Almshouses at St Peters Hospital, Newington Butts, Southwark, London, c1750

Newington Turnpike, Newington Causeway, Southwark, London, c1830
View of Newington Turnpike, Newington Causeway, Southwark, London, c1830

Elephant and Castle Inn, Newington Causeway, Southwark, London, c1830
View of Elephant and Castle Inn, Newington Butts and Newington Turnpike, Newington Causeway, Southwark, London, c1830. Also depicting a horse drawn carriage

Copy of a stained glass window, St Peters Hospital, Newington Butts, Southwark, London, 1825. St Peters Hospital was commonly known as the Fishmongers Almshouses

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2604331; out of copyright

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"Exploring the Rich History of Newington Butts: A Glimpse into London's Past" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating history of Newington Butts, a vibrant neighborhood nestled within the heart of London. From its humble beginnings as a bustling fish market to its transformation into a thriving community, this area has witnessed countless stories unfold. As you stroll through the streets, you'll encounter architectural gems like the Fishmongers Almshouses and Bancrofts Almshouses, standing as testaments to the benevolence that once thrived here. These structures served as havens for those less fortunate, providing shelter and support during times of need. Bow Road presents an enchanting scene captured in black and white photography from the late 19th century. The Elephant and Castle looms majestically, evoking memories of a bygone era when horse-drawn carriages traversed these cobbled streets. The New Clock-Tower proudly stands tall amidst Newington-Butts' landscape; an emblematic symbol marking time's passage while witnessing generations come and go. Its intricate engravings tell tales of progress intertwined with tradition. In contrast to monochrome photographs, another image showcases Southwark's Elephant and Castle district bathed in sepia tones. This snapshot transports us back to a time when life moved at a slower pace – where locals gathered at quaint establishments along Newington Butts for lively conversations over pints or hearty meals. Rectorial House emerges from history's pages with its grandeur intact. Once home to esteemed rectors who guided their flock towards spiritual enlightenment, it now serves as a reminder of faith's enduring presence throughout centuries past. Churches played significant roles in shaping communities around Newington Butts. The Church of St Mary Magdalen in Bermondsey stood alongside St Mary's Church on these hallowed grounds – both engraved images capturing their architectural splendor.