Rights Managed > Historic England > Industry > Engineering and Construction
Thames Foundry, Dagenham Works JLP01_01_048_22
Filename: jlp01_01_048_22.jpg
Size: 7171 x 6173 (3.9MB)
Date: 5th November 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive. Joh
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Thames Foundry, Dagenham Works JLP01_01_048_22
Ford Motor Company Works, Thames Foundry, Dagenham, Havering, Greater London. A view of the new foundry under construction at the Ford Motor Company Works, showing the east and part of the south elevation and the formation of roads in the foreground before the erection of structural steel.
The foundry opened in 1957 and cost £ 7.5 million to build. The building was a two-storey reinforced concrete structure, almost a quarter of a mile in length. The new facilities included kitchens and a canteen, toilet accommodation, a medical centre and a compressor house. There was also an ancillary building, 700 ft in length, roads to the site, a settling tank and ponds. It later closed in 1984
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 24022679
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1950s Building Construction Cranes Factory People Work Foundry
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the impressive construction of the Thames Foundry at the Ford Motor Company Works in Dagenham, Greater London. Taken in the 1950s, it showcases the east and part of the south elevation of this mammoth two-storey reinforced concrete structure. The image also reveals the formation of roads in the foreground before structural steel was erected. The foundry, which opened its doors to workers in 1957, was a monumental feat costing an astounding £7.5 million to build. Stretching nearly a quarter of a mile in length, this state-of-the-art facility boasted not only production areas but also essential amenities for employees. These included kitchens and a canteen for nourishment during long shifts, toilet accommodation for comfort and convenience, a medical center for healthcare needs, and even a compressor house. Adjacent to this colossal structure stood an ancillary building that spanned an impressive 700 feet. Additionally, roads leading to the site were constructed along with vital infrastructure such as settling tanks and ponds. Sadly, despite its grandeur and significance within Ford's operations over several decades, Thames Foundry met its demise when it closed down permanently in 1984. This remarkable photograph offers us a glimpse into both past industrial prowess and architectural marvels while paying homage to those who labored tirelessly within these walls.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
