Barges Collection

Maldon, a Blackwater Estuary town known for its Thames Sailing Barges, Essex, England, United Kingdom, Europe

THAMES BARGE SARA
Calm waters, a fine impression of the sailing barge Sara on the River Thames, England. Date: 1960s

Maldon, a Blackwater Estuary town known for its Thames Sailing Barges, Essex, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Thames Sailing Barge
A Thames sailing barge is a type of commercial sailing boat once common on the River Thames in London. The flat-bottomed barges with a shallow draught and leeboards

Hull Harbour
Barges and steamships in Princes Docks, Hull

Lancashire Cotton Barge
Barges loaded with bales of raw cotton, destined for the cotton mills, Leeds - Liverpool Canal, Blackburn, Lancashire, England. Date: 1930s

A ship unloading at the pier at Battersea Power Station, seen from across the Thames, London, England. 1960 s

Horse-Drawn Canal Barge
On the road: two canal barges are pulled along by horses on the river bank; the lead horse is tempted onwards with a bowl of food

Pont Des Arts / Paris
View of this footbridge near the Louvre from the Pont Royal. Named the Passarelle des Arts in 1804 because the Louvre was at that time known as the Palais des Arts

Wallingford Castle in 1810 During Bridge Repairs, engraved by Robert Havell the Younger
STC218479 Wallingford Castle in 1810 During Bridge Repairs, engraved by Robert Havell the Younger (1793-1878) published 1818 (aquatint) by Havell

London Docks 1930S
Barges, cranes and tramp steamers at the London Docks

Sailing Barge Match on the Thames, July 1864
Engraving of a sailing barge match on the Thames, from the Illustrated London News, 23rd July 1864. This match was hosted by the Prince of Wales Yacht Club over a course from Erith to the Chapman

Thames Barges 1907
Thames barges with their masts lowered, on the Medway at Maidstone, Kent. Back of the ancient Palace, the Church and Old College

Pyne - Bargemen
THAMES BARGE MEN Barges are an essential part of the transport system, bringing coal for fires, hay for horses, by river and canal

The Kings State Barge, Henley Royal Regatta, 1912 (colour litho)
3093760 The Kings State Barge, Henley Royal Regatta, 1912 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Kings State Barge, Henley Royal Regatta, 1912)

Grand Union Canal
Narrow boats passing through the locks on the Grand Union Canal at Rickmansworth, in the Colne Valley, Hertfordshire, England

Canal boats on The River Ouse - Ely - Cambridgeshire - England - UK
CAN-3210 Canal boats on the River Ouse, Ely, Cambridgeshire, England John Cancalosi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Skyline Of The Financial Section Of N. Y. The East
UNITED STATES - Circa 1950s: Skyline Of The Financial Section Of N.Y. The East River & The Brooklyn Bridge View From The Manhattan Bridge Barges Wharves Skyscrapers Piers. (Photo by H)

Thames London Bridge
Barges on the Thames, seen from London Bridge, looking towards Tower Bridge

T & W Farmiloe Limited - Rochester Row, Westminster, London
The warehouses of T & W Farmiloe Limited - Rochester Row, Westminster, London. In 1914 the company were manufacturing of Lead, White Lead, Paint, Colour and Varnish, Glass

Pleasure boats on the River Thames at Richmond Edwardian period

London Life - The Busy Docks of the Port of London Date: circa 1940

Oxo Tower Wharf CXP01_01_121
OXO TOWER WHARF, BARGEHOUSE STREET, SOUTHWARK, GREATER LONDON. A view of Oxo Tower Wharf from the north-east with Waterloo Bridge in the distance

NFS (London Region) narrow boat fitted with fire pumps
There were 18 river fire stations along the length of the River Thames during WW2. They were used to accommodate the crews on a 24 hour standby to operate the fireboats

Unloading Ships at London Docks, 1908
Illustration showing various cargoes coming ashore at London Docks, in the East End of London, 1908. Elephants tusks, barrels

Nymphenburg Palace, Munich, c. 1761. Creator: Bernardo Bellotto
Nymphenburg Palace, Munich, c. 1761

Newark Abbey Thames Lighter at Teddington Canal Scene with Barges The Lock--Glowing effect of Sunlight. From Lord de Tableys Collection Newark Castle Newwark Abbey on the Vey

Norwich Norfolk Wherry probably 1920s

London River - The Limehouse Barge-Builders, 1877 (oil on canvas)
TW427976 London River - The Limehouse Barge-Builders, 1877 (oil on canvas) by Hemy, Charles Napier (1841-1917); 91.5x137 cm; South Shields Museum & Art Gallery, South Shields

A View of Lincoln from the Foss Dyke, Dawn (oil on paper laid on board)
AGN268129 A View of Lincoln from the Foss Dyke, Dawn (oil on paper laid on board) by Wint, Peter de (1784-1849); 35.6x54.9 cm; Private Collection; Photo eAgnew s, London; English, out of copyright

Barges pass beneath the bridge over the canal in Old Brentford, west London. Date: circa 1880

A small tugboat pulling a number of Thames River Barges
A lovely postcard composition depicting small tugboat pulling a number of Thames River Barges. Date: circa 1909

Shipping in the Pool of London: A Vista from London Bridge to Tower Bridge, c1935. Barges on the River Thames. From " Wonderful London, Volume 1", edited by Arthur St John Adcock

Timber Barge 1940S
Underneath the arches - timber barges ( Bill and Coral ) being unloaded on the River Thames under Kingston Bridge, Surrey, England. Date: 1940s

Thames Embankment by night - View toward Westminster, London
Thames Embankment by night - View toward the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben and Westminster Bridge, London. Note the elctricity saving of only lighting every other light. Date: circa 1910s

Opening of New London Bridge
Opening of the New London Bridge by King William IV and Queen Adelaide. The River Thames is full of royal barges, and a balloon can be seen in the top right. 1 August 1831

Escape from Harbin - July 1900 - Boxer Rebellion
In 1900, Chinas anti-foreigner Boxer Rebellion broke out and spread to Manchuria. The Russian Military moved in to quell the uprising

Thames Barge
A coasting barge on the River Thames, London. In the background are a power station and Greenwich Hospital. Date: 1930s

Green Canal Barge - moored on Grand Western Union Canal near Taunton Somerset UK
MAB-1342 Green Canal Barge - moored on Grand Western Union Canal near Taunton Somerset UK Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Woolwich Power Station, SE London, with coal barges on the River Thames. Date: circa 1950s

Entrance to the Regents Canal, Limehouse, from London and it
931585 Entrance to the Regents Canal, Limehouse, from London and its Environs in the Nineteenth Century pub. Jones & Co. 1827-1829 (engraving) by Shepherd

Advert, John Cran & Co, Shipbuilders, Leith, Scotland
Advert for John Cran & Co, Shipbuilders and Engineers, Leith, Scotland. 1905

Scene on the Horan Canal near Canton, c. 1850 (colour litho)
STC225377 Scene on the Horan Canal near Canton, c.1850 (colour litho) by Allom, Thomas (1804-72) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Young Girls on a Barge; Jeunes Filles en Barques, 1903 (oil on canvas)
825463 Young Girls on a Barge; Jeunes Filles en Barques, 1903 (oil on canvas) by Lebasque, Henri (1865-1937); 60.3x91.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Thames sailing barge match (engraving)
587747 Thames sailing barge match (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thames sailing barge match: topsail barges starting)

British Barge-master of the Great Ouse at Huntingdon. Date: circa 1920s

New London Bridge Open
The opening of new London Bridge - barges on the Thames, crowds on the shore, flags flying and a balloon over Southwark cathedral

Invasion Plan / Tunnel
When Napoleon contemplates an attack on England, a tunnel beneath the Channel is one of his options, though it is unlikely he seriously considers it

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"Barges: Navigating History and Beauty on the Waterways" Explore the enchanting world of barges, where history intertwines with picturesque landscapes. Step aboard the Thames Barge Sara in Maldon, a Blackwater Estuary town renowned for its majestic Thames Sailing Barges in Essex. Feel the gentle sway as you glide along Pont Des Arts in Paris or witness the bustling activity at Hull Harbour. Immerse yourself in the rich maritime heritage as you marvel at a Thames Sailing Barge unloading cargo at Battersea Power Station, offering a glimpse into London's industrial past. Transport yourself to Lancashire, where cotton barges once dominated waterways, symbolizing an era of trade and prosperity. Travel back in time to witness horse-drawn canal barges gracefully meandering through tranquil canals, evoking nostalgia for simpler times. Admire The King's State Barge during Henley Royal Regatta of 1912; a vibrant color lithograph capturing regal elegance amidst fierce competition. Journey further into history as Wallingford Castle undergoes bridge repairs in 1810; an engraved masterpiece by Robert Havell the Younger showcasing architectural prowess against a backdrop of barge-filled waters. Relive July 1864 when sailing barge matches captivated spectators along the Thames; a thrilling display of skill and determination. Barges hold stories untold within their sturdy frames - tales of trade routes forged, communities connected, and dreams realized upon these floating vessels. Whether it be for commerce or leisurely exploration, these iconic symbols continue to grace our waterways with their timeless charm. So venture forth and embrace this captivating world that bridges past and present – where barges silently navigate rivers and estuaries alike – reminding us that beauty lies not only within grand palaces but also within humble vessels that have stood steadfast throughout centuries gone by.