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Beaconsfield Buildings a83 / 01849
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Size: 3769 x 5059 (7.9MB)
Date: 24th May 2016
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
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Source: Historic England Archive
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Beaconsfield Buildings a83 / 01849
Beaconsfield Buildings, Randells Road, London. A view through the courtyard of the flats immediately west of Gifford Street just prior to demolition. These Victorian tenements date from around 1879 and were intended to provide decent housing for working people at affordable rents. The site is now occupied by Bingfield Park. Photographed by Gordon Barnes, June 1969
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Media ID 12122349
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the last moments of Beaconsfield Buildings, a once-proud example of Victorian social housing located on Randells Road in London. Dated around 1879, these tenements were a testament to the era's commitment to providing decent and affordable housing for working people. With their red-brick facades and neatly arranged windows, they stood as a symbol of the social progress and community spirit of the time. The scene depicted in the photograph is a view through the courtyard of the flats immediately west of Gifford Street. The image captures the intricate details of the buildings' architecture, from the ornate iron railings and balconies to the laundry lines strung between the windows. The lush greenery in the courtyard adds a touch of serenity to the bustling urban environment. Sadly, the Beaconsfield Buildings were slated for demolition in the late 1960s, a victim of the relentless march of progress and urban renewal. The site is now occupied by Bingfield Park, a modern housing development that bears little resemblance to the historic buildings that once stood here. This photograph, taken by renowned photographer Gordon Barnes in June 1969, serves as a poignant reminder of a bygone era. It invites us to reflect on the importance of preserving our architectural heritage and the role that historic buildings play in shaping our communities and our sense of place. The Beaconsfield Buildings may no longer exist, but their legacy lives on in the memories of those who lived there and in the photographs that capture their essence.
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