Trafalgar Square Collection (#7)

The Riots in London on Sunday, 13 November, Defence of Trafalgar-Square (engraving)
1591530 The Riots in London on Sunday, 13 November, Defence of Trafalgar-Square (engraving) by Almond, William Douglas (1866-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Riots in London on Sunday)

The Queens Jubilee Thanksgiving Festival in London, Tuesday, 21 June (engraving)
1594938 The Queens Jubilee Thanksgiving Festival in London, Tuesday, 21 June (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Colonial Procession passing through Trafalgar Square, the Canadian Mounted Troops preceding the Premier of Canada
1597591 The Colonial Procession passing through Trafalgar Square, the Canadian Mounted Troops preceding the Premier of Canada (engraving) by Overend

Nelsons Statue (engraving)
1587109 Nelsons Statue (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nelsons Statue. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 29 October 1842)

Coronation Night Illuminations in London, the Scene in Cockspur Street, looking towards Trafalgar Square (litho)
1601453 Coronation Night Illuminations in London, the Scene in Cockspur Street, looking towards Trafalgar Square (litho) by Read

Statue of the late General Sir Henry Havelock in Trafalgar-Square (engraving)
1612881 Statue of the late General Sir Henry Havelock in Trafalgar-Square (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Advertisement, Scene in Trafalgar Square on the Night of 21 October (engraving)
1615091 Advertisement, Scene in Trafalgar Square on the Night of 21 October (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement)

Little soldier and girl kissing in Trafalgar Square (colour litho)
811580 Little soldier and girl kissing in Trafalgar Square (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Little soldier and girl kissing in Trafalgar Square)

Trafalgar Square, London (engraving)
979415 Trafalgar Square, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trafalgar Square, London)

The Jubilee of Her Majesty the Queen (engraving)
1050675 The Jubilee of Her Majesty the Queen (engraving) by Wyllie, Charles William (1853-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Jubilee of Her Majesty the Queen)

St Martins Church, 1754 (engraving)
3038355 St Martins Church, 1754 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of the south west front of the church of St Martin-in-the-Fields)

Kaiser Wilhelm II leading troops into Trafalgar Square, London (litho)
3093799 Kaiser Wilhelm II leading troops into Trafalgar Square, London (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Club Houses, Pall Mall, 1842 (colour litho)
872447 The Club Houses, Pall Mall, 1842 (colour litho) by Boys, Thomas Shotter (1803-74); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Trafalgar Square, London (hand-coloured photo)
908059 Trafalgar Square, London (hand-coloured photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Thanksgiving Day (engraving)
1057735 Thanksgiving Day (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thanksgiving Day. Illustration for The Graphic)

The Riot in Trafalgar Square (engraving)
1046287 The Riot in Trafalgar Square (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Riot in Trafalgar Square)

Opening of the Grand Hotel, Trafalgar Square (engraving)
1045433 Opening of the Grand Hotel, Trafalgar Square (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Opening of the Grand Hotel, Trafalgar Square)

The Recent Rioting in London (engraving)
1046293 The Recent Rioting in London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Recent Rioting in London)

"Caught Fishing in Preserved Waters", a Tragedy in Trafalgar Square (b / w photo)
1063269 " Caught Fishing in Preserved Waters", a Tragedy in Trafalgar Square (b/w photo) by English photographer

Sketches in the Crowd on the Day of the Shahs Arrival in London (engraving)
1105417 Sketches in the Crowd on the Day of the Shahs Arrival in London (engraving) by Barnard, Frederick (1846-96) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Nelson Column, Trafalgar Square, 16 November 1843 (engraving)
1100868 The Nelson Column, Trafalgar Square, 16 November 1843 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Nelson Column, Trafalgar Square, 16 November 1843)

Under Observation
Chris Hamilton

Picture shows night time crowds in Trafalgar Square, celebrating the Silver Jubilee of King George V and Queen Mary. The celebrations lasted from 6th May to 12th May 1935. Picture taken 6th May 1935

Aerial view of Trafalgar Square, London, taken from the St Martins in the Fields Church tower. Picture taken 5th August 1932

British soldiers of the East Surrey Regiment, seen here at Le Quesnoy, Northern France. Giving cheers for King George V, on 11th November 1918

Trafalgar Square is a public square in the City of Westminster, Central London, built around the area formerly known as Charing Cross. Circa 1920

Fog scenes at Trafalgar square, London. 5th December 1962

Jimmy Tarbuck signs autographs in Trafalgar Square, London while Miss Liverpool Maureen Martin poses with a bottle of champagne. 28th February 1966

Jimmy Tarbuck in Trafalgar Square, London with Miss Liverpool Maureen Martin. 28th February 1966

Nelsons Column being cleaned. Cleaner Ted Chambers on top of Nelsons Head, taking a break to survey the landscape of London through a telescope. Trafalgar Square, London, 2nd March 1968

The temperatures rose again today in London and pavements became hotter and hotter. A man relaxes in the sunshine in Trafalgar Square. 24th June 1976

Heatwave in Trafalgar Square, London. As the temperatures soared into the 80s again today, the cool fountains in Trafalgar Square were even more tempting to the people sitting around them

Heatwave in Trafalgar Square. As the temperatures soared into the 80s again today, the cool fountains in Trafalgar Square were even more tempting to the people sitting around them

A seasonal gift for Nelsons lion. One of the four lions at the base of Nelsons Column was given a large bowl of bones for Christmas by an anonymous admirer. 23rd December 1975

When pink Dorothy Provine arrived in London today she wanted to see the town and do some rubber necking at the famous sights

For the first time in over a hundred years Nelsons statue has a clean face. Several days of sand blasting have revealed scars from the last war

It was exactly 11. 50am on a cold bright morning at Trafalgar Square when four 8 year old
It was exactly 11.50am on a cold bright morning at Trafalgar Square when four 8 year old sea lions flipped and flapped their way down the steps at Trafalgar Square

Carol singing around the Christmas Tree in Trafalgar Square, London. Picture taken 22nd December 1949

Carol singing around the Christmas Tree in Trafalgar Square, London. Picture taken 22nd December 1949

Catching the sun on the highest spot in London. The statue of Nelson at the top of the column is being cleaned once again, and steeplejacks perched on the top made the most of the sun

Lights on the Norwegian Christmas Tree in Trafalgar Square. 19th December 1966

Trafalgar Square, cira 1935

Tippi Hedren, star of Hithcocks 1963 classic "The Birds"
Tippi Hedren, star of Hithcocks 1963 classic " The Birds". Hedren was succesful both as an actress and producer and her daughter, Melanie Griffith has followed in her footsteps

Paper seller John Townsend has been selling papers outside St Martin-in-the-Fields for a long time. Perhaps thats why the pigeons - so used to monuments around the square on which to perch - find

Ladies eating their packed lunch in Trafalgar Square, London, 26th August 1946

Three adults eating their packed lunch in Trafalgar Square, Westminster, London, 26th August 1946

Tourists in Trafalgar Square, London, 10th August 1969

London Victory Parade also known as the Peace Day Parade on 19th July 1919, to mark the formal end of the First World War that had taken place with the signing of the Treaty of Versailles

For sale as Licensed Images

Choose your image, Select your licence and Download the media

Discover the heart of London at Trafalgar Square, a historic landmark in the UK's bustling capital. Home to Nelson's Column, this iconic square pays homage to Admiral Horatio Nelson and his victory at the Battle of Trafalgar. The majestic statue stands tall, surrounded by four magnificent lions sculpted by Edwin Landseer. Trafalgar Square is not only a symbol of British pride but also a hub for cultural events. In 2009, it played host to the prestigious London Film Festival, attracting movie enthusiasts from all over the world. From here, you can enjoy breathtaking views down Whitehall, capturing the essence of England with its grand architecture. The diversity and creativity of London are on full display in Trafalgar Square. Witness Mumbai poster painters showcasing their artistry alongside traditional British landmarks. The square comes alive during Christmas when it illuminates with festive lights, creating a magical atmosphere that enchants both locals and tourists alike. As you stroll through this vibrant square, you'll pass by famous institutions like the National Gallery and St Martin in the Fields church. Immerse yourself in history as you admire vintage photographs depicting these timeless landmarks dating back to 1910. Capture unforgettable moments as rain transforms Trafalgar Square into a mesmerizing pool of reflections—a sight captured beautifully by Calkin in 1935. And don't forget to catch glimpses of red double-decker buses passing by while admiring stunning architectural marvels. Trafalgar Square truly encapsulates everything that makes London so special—history, culture, artistry—all converging within one captivating space.