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Agricultural Hall, Islington BL15826_009
Filename: BL15826_009.jpg
Size: 4820 x 3908 (5.9MB)
Date: 29th February 2008
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: English Heritage Images
Job Title: Photographer
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Agricultural Hall, Islington BL15826_009
AGRICULTURAL HALL, Islington, London. Interior view of the hall in 1900 during the Tramway Exhibition. The hall was later called the Royal Agricultural Hall and is now known as the Business Design Centre. Photographed by Bedford Lemere
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This striking photograph captures the interior of Agricultural Hall in Islington, London, during the Tramway Exhibition of 1900. The grandiose space, now known as the Business Design Centre, was once a hub for agricultural innovation and progress. The image, taken by the renowned photographic studio Bedford Lemere, showcases the vast expanse of the hall, filled with an array of agricultural machinery and equipment. The high ceilings, adorned with intricate ironwork, allow ample light to filter in, casting long shadows over the meticulously arranged displays. The Tramway Exhibition was a significant event in London's agricultural history, attracting farmers, manufacturers, and innovators from across the country. The exhibition showcased the latest advancements in agricultural technology, providing a platform for farmers to learn about new methods and techniques to improve their productivity and efficiency. The Agricultural Hall was built in 1862 and was originally designed to accommodate large livestock shows and agricultural exhibitions. Over the years, it has undergone various transformations, adapting to changing times and needs. In the early 20th century, it became known as the Royal Agricultural Hall, and later, in the 1980s, it was rebranded as the Business Design Centre, reflecting its new role as a venue for trade shows, conferences, and other business events. Despite these changes, the Agricultural Hall remains an iconic landmark in Islington, a testament to London's rich agricultural heritage, and a reminder of the important role that innovation and progress play in shaping our industries and communities.
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