Blackfriars Collection (page 6)

City and Blackfriars panorama with The Shard, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Blackfriars Old Bridge during its Construction, Showing the Temporary Foot Bridge. from a Print of 1775, London

Falling in of the Chapel at Blackfriars, London

Laying the Foundation-Stone of Blackfriars Bridge, 1760, London

Source Size = 3759 x 2513
Statue of Francis I. of France, Temporarily Placed in Position on Blackfriars Bridge, London, Uk

Source Size = 2571 x 2473
" mr. Bunn on the Stage, " at the St. Jamess Theatre, Scene, the Blackfriars Theatre

Blackfriars Stairs, 1660 (engraving)
XJF488914 Blackfriars Stairs, 1660 (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 17th century view of Blackfriars stairs on the northern bank of the River Thames)

The Triumph of Poverty, drawn by Jan de Bisschop, c. 1650 (pen, ink & wash on paper)
XJF472269 The Triumph of Poverty, drawn by Jan de Bisschop, c.1650 (pen, ink & wash on paper) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Plan of London, c. 1560-70 (engraving)
XJF359081 Plan of London, c.1560-70 (engraving) by Agas, Ralph (c.1540-1621); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Title page of The Dutchesse of Malfy by John Webster, 1640 (print)
XJF2906508 Title page of The Dutchesse of Malfy by John Webster, 1640 (print) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Apothecaries Lane, 1855 (w / c on paper)
XCF267437 Apothecaries Lane, 1855 (w/c on paper) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Map of East London, plates 20-21, from Carys Actual Survey of Middlesex
XYC258622 Map of East London, plates 20-21, from Carys Actual Survey of Middlesex, 1786 (hand-coloured engraving) by Cary, John (c.1754-1835) (after); 15.2x21.1 cm; Yale Center for British Art

Detail of River Thames and St Pauls Cathedral from Civitas Londinium (woodblock
XJF1766046 Detail of River Thames and St Pauls Cathedral from Civitas Londinium (woodblock print) by Agas, Ralph (c.1540-1621); Private Collection; (add.info.: Known as the Agas Map)

Blackfriars old bridge, London, UK, 19th century engraving

London, Somerset House Terrace from Waterloo Bridge Somerset House Terrace and the Thames: a View from the North end of Waterloo Bridge with St

London, St. Pauls and Blackfriars Bridge signed, William Marlow, 1740-1813, British

Covent Garden Cart
circa 1900: A Covent Garden horse-drawn cart piled high with baskets in a street near Blackfriars, London. (Photo by London Stereoscopic Company/Getty Images)

QUEEN VICTORIA (1819-1901). Crossing Blackfriars bridge in London, 1869. Contemporary English wood engraving

Thames Swimmers
7th September 1907: Competitors line up for the start of the Richmond to Blackfriars swimming race. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Blackfriars Bridge
June 1912: Traffic leaving Blackfriars Bridge, London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

London Tram
1900: A London tram running between Brixton, Kennington, Elephant and Castle, and Blackfriars Bridge. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Albion Mills, on the south side of Blackfriars Bridge, burning, 3 March 1791, after set alight by arsonists. Built by Boulton and Watt, it was first steam-powered flour mill in London

Manchester at night: Blackfriars Bridge and a view of cotton mills from the river Irwell showing the mill windows lit up as a night shift was at work. Engraving c1850

Men and boys at Aspley Pellatts Falcon Glass Works, Holland Street, Blackfriars, London, 1842. Note cast iron roof trusses

Blackfriars Bridge, Manchester, England, showing cotton mills and industrial buildings along the River Irwell. Illustration by William Westall (1781-1850)

Cirro-cumulus cloud which occurs in summer in warm dry weather. Shown over the River Thames, London, England. In right foreground is a typical Thames sailing barge

Lord Mayor Hale Laying Foundation Stone of New Blackfriars Bridge, London, Uk, 1865

Aftermath of high explosive bomb, Blackfriars Road, WW2
Aftermath of a high explosive bomb at Blackfriars Road, London, on 24 October 1940. In the background is the train bridge between London Bridge and Waterloo stations

Engraving of Davies fire escape, Blackfriars Road, London
Engraving of Davies portable fire escape belonging to the Royal Society for Protection of Life from Fire, at the Obelisk in Blackfriars Road, London

Blitz in London -- Blackfriars Goods Depot, WW2
Blitz in London -- fire at the Blackfriars Goods Depot on 16 October 1940

Old fire engine in a museum
Old fire engine on display in a museum, with two dummy firefighters. The words Blackfriars Bridge can be seen on the engine

Blitz in London -- firefighters at work, Blackfriars, WW2
Blitz in London -- firefighters at work with hosepipes at the Blackfriars Goods Depot on 16 October 1940

Blackfriars bridge / IMechE

London, Blackfriars Bridge. Date: 1906

Patent poster for Shand, Mason & Co
A patent poster for Shand, Mason & Co, fire engine makers and hydraulic engineers, advertising three types of firefighting equipment

LCC-LFB fireboat Massey Shaw demonstrates pumping
Moored at its Blackfriars river station on the Victoria Embankment, the newly commissioned Massey Shaw fireboat demonstrates its massive pumping capacity by discharging a vast amount of water

LFB Massey Shaw fireboat on River Thames, London
Built in 1934 by J Samuel White at Cowes, Isle of Wight, the Massey Shaw cost £ 18, 000 to build. It was stationed at Blackfriars river station when this photograph was taken

NFS (London Region) River Thames Formation, WW2
The River Headquarters crest of the NFS River Thames Formation, which covered the Greater London area of the Thames, and included some eighteen fireboats and assorted fire floats and other tenders

NFS (London Region) fireboat at Grays, near Tilbury, WW2
An NFS fireboat at her moorings, R5Z-TS Exmouth river fire station, Grays near Tilbury, Essex, the furthest easterly river station in the London Region

NFS (London Region) fire float on the Thames, WW2
A motor launch fire float under tow by a fireboat on the River Thames

NFS (London Region) fireboat tender on the Thames, WW2
NFS (London Region) fireboat tender on the River Thames, viewed from Blackfriars river station, Victoria Embankment

Aftermath of a high explosive bomb at Blackfriars Road, WW2
Aftermath of a high explosive bomb at Blackfriars Road, London, on 24 October 1940

Blitz on London -- Blackfriars Goods Depot, WW2
London firefighters struggling to control a powerful jet of water whilst fighting a fire at the Blackfriars Goods (Railway) Depot, Southwark Street

Massey Shaw fireboat at Blackfriars river fire station
The Massey Shaw fireboat, launched in 1935, moored alongside her Blackfriars river station, located on the Victoria Embankment, City of London

Massey Shaw fireboat, Victoria Embankment, Blackfriars
The London Fire Brigades fireboat Massey Shaw being stowed with an anchor chain whilst alongside its moorings at the Blackfriars river fire station, its base station

FIRE ESCAPE LADDER, 1849. A new fire escape ladder on display in London. Wood engraving, English, 1849

St. Pauls Cathedral & Blackfriars Bridge, London. Photograph shows carriage and pedestrian traffic on the Blackfriar Bridge with St. Pauls Cathedral in the background. Date 188-. St

Queen Victoria at Blackfriars Bridge, London
Front cover of the Illustrated London News, 13th November 1869 showing Queen Victoria arriving at the Surrey end of Blackfriars Bridge ready to open it to the public. 1869

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"Blackfriars: A Historic Hub of Firefighting, Education, and Iconic Landmarks" Step into the rich history of Blackfriars, a district in London that has witnessed remarkable events and housed significant institutions. From the renowned London Fire Engine Establishment to its notable fire stations, Blackfriars holds a special place in firefighting history. The LCC-LFB Massey Shaw fireboat stationed at Blackfriars stands as a testament to the district's commitment to safeguarding lives along the River Irwell in Manchester. Transportation enthusiasts will be captivated by the sight of the vintage London Tram from 1952 gracefully traversing through Blackfriars' bustling streets. Meanwhile, the majestic LCC-LFB horse-drawn 75ft turntable ladder (TL) showcases both elegance and functionality in serving this vibrant community. Marvel at architectural wonders like the Unilever building nestled within Blackfriars, adding a modern touch to an area steeped in tradition. Fleet Street's charm is beautifully captured in an enchanting photograph from c. 1894—transport yourself back to an era when newspapers thrived on these very streets. The heroic efforts of firefighters are vividly depicted with images capturing London Fire Brigade's fireboat Massey Shaw navigating turbulent waters while underway—a symbol of bravery amidst adversity. Glimpse into yesteryears with a captivating snapshot showcasing Blackfriars Bridge circa 1890—an iconic landmark connecting communities for generations. History buffs will relish uncovering tales from centuries past; one such event was the conflagration at Sir C. Prices Wharf in 1845—a haunting image created by an unknown artist transports us back to that fateful day. Education finds its home here too—the prestigious City of London School stands tall as it imparts knowledge and shapes young minds within Blackfriar's boundaries.