City Of Westminster Collection

Gin Lane, 1751. Artist: William Hogarth
Gin Lane, 1751.The scene is the St Giles slums. A child falls to its death from the arms of its drunk mother who sits with ulcerated legs. A skeletal figure holds an empty glass

Billy Higgins and David Williams, Ronnie Scotts, Soho, London, Sep 1993. Artist: Brian O Connor
Billy Higgins and David Williams, Ronnie Scott s, Soho, London, Sep 1993

Marylebone Town Hall, One of the Most Eminent of Londons New Buildings, c1935. The Town Hall on Marylebone Road in central London opened in 1920

Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh on their coronation day, Buckingham Palace, 1953
Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh on the day of their coronation, Buckingham Palace, 1953. (Colorised black and white print)

An Exact Delineation of the cities of London and Westminster and the suburbs (engraving)
XJF2639696 An Exact Delineation of the cities of London and Westminster and the suburbs (engraving) by Faithorne, William (1616-91) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

William Hogarth Four Times of the Day - Morning
Vintage engraving of showing a scene from William Hogarths Four Times of the Day. They are humorous depictions of life in the streets of London, the vagaries of fashion

Inside the clock face of Big Ben, Palace of Westminster, London, c1905. Photo published in Parliament Past and Present by Arnold Wright and Philip Smith, (London, c1905)

Ships figureheads over the gate at Castles Shipbreaking Yard, Westminster, London, 1909
Ships figureheads over the gate at Castles Shipbreaking Yard, Baltic Wharf, Millbank, Westminster, London, March 1909. Entrance to the yard, with wooden figures salvaged from ships decorating the sign

The Devils Acre - Westminster, 1872. Creator: Gustave Doré
The Devils Acre-Westminster, 1872. Devils Acre, a Victorian slum near Westminster Abbey had a high rate of mortality from diseases such as typhoid. From, " LONDON

Corner of Villiers Street, Charing Cross, 1896. Artist: Joseph Pennell
Corner of Villiers Street, Charing Cross, 1896. Street scene near Charing Cross Station in London. From The Magazine of Art. [Cassell & Company, London, Paris & Melbourne, 1896]

Savory & Moores Pharmacy, 143 New Bond Street, London, 1912. Shop front with window display and royal coat of arms over the door indicating by appointment to the royal family

The Grenadier in Wilton Mews, Where Coachmen Drink No More, c1935. Creator: Unknown
" The Grenadier" in Wilton Mews, Where Coachmen Drink No More, c1935. Public house in Belgravia, London, built in 1720 as the officers mess for the senior infantry regiment of the British

Mivarts Hotel, Brook Street, near Grosvenor Square, Westminster, London, c1850. Horse-drawn carriages and figures can be seen on the street

Berkeley Square, Mayfair, London, 1813. View with a coach and figures in the foreground

Art Blakey, Ronnie Scotts, London, 1984. Artist: Brian O Connor
Art Blakey, Ronnie Scott s, London, 1984. Art Blakey, also known as Abdullah Ibn Buhaina, was an American jazz drummer and bandleader

In Lansdowne Passage, Where A Highwayman Once Galloped For His Life, c1935. Creator: Taylor
In Lansdowne Passage, Where A Highwayman Once Galloped For His Life, c1935. Alley in Westminster, central London, with an iron bar set across it

Comedians Morecambe and Wise seen here showing off their medals outside Buckingham Palace after being invested by HM The Queen with the O.B.E. 23rd November 1976

Historic map of London (18th Century)
map/plan of the inner city of London from 1898

Gin Lane, February 1, 1751. Creator: William Hogarth
Gin Lane, February 1, 1751

Trial of Lord Lovat, Westminster Hall, London, 1747. Interior view of Westminster Hall, with both houses of Parliament assembled for the trial of the Jacobite, Simon, Lord Lovat

Street Walkers, 1786. Artist: Benjamin Smith
Street Walkers, 1786. A fashionably dressed man walking from Old Bond Street into Piccadilly encountering a courtesan

Lansdowne House in Berkeley Square, Mayfair, London, 1808

Toots Thielemans, Belgian jazz musician, Ronnie Scotts, London, 1978. Artist: Brian O Connor
Toots Thielemans, Belgian jazz musician, Ronnie Scott s, London, 1978. He is known for his guitar and harmonica playing, as well as his whistling skills

Queen Marys Chinese Chippendale Room at Buckingham Palace, c1935. From The Illustrated London News Silver Jubilee Record Number 1910-1935. [The Illustrated London News and Sketch, Ltd. London, 1935]

Mr. Churchill contemplates the ruins of the House of Commons, bombed in May 1941, 1941 (1955). Incendiary bombs which fell on the nights of 10

The Tea-Room, House of Commons, Westminster, London, 19th century. From Cassells Illustrated History of England, volume X, published by Cassell, Petter, Galpin and Co

Exterior of the north transept of the Crystal Palace, London, built for the Great Exhibition, 1851. Conceived by Prince Albert

London From The Air the Palace of Westminster at lower right and County Hall at centre right
An aerial view over the Thames in London, with the Palace of Westminster at lower right and County Hall at centre right, circa 1950

1960 Vauxhall Cresta Friary estate in Covent Garden fruit market. Creator: Unknown
1960 Vauxhall Cresta Friary estate in Covent Garden fruit market

Long John Baldry, 100 Club, London, 1993. Creator: Brian Foskett
Long John Baldry, 100 Club, London, 1993

Guard at Buckingham Palace, London, England, United Kingdom

Saunders Roe A1; jet flying boat is towed to Westminster
Looking down on the lower Thames Reaches as the Saunders Roe A1 jet flying boat is towed to Westminster and moored off the South Bank. (Photo by Edward Miller/Getty Images)

Millbank, Westminster, London, 1840. Creator: William Parrott
Millbank, Westminster, London, 1840. View of Millbank with the River Thames to the right, showing Westminster Abbey, Westminster Bridge

Little Venice, Maida Vale, City of Westminster, London, England, UK

Peggy Lee, Pigalle Club, Piccadilly, St Jamess, London, 1961. Creator: Brian Foskett
Peggy Lee, Pigalle Club, Piccadilly, St James s, London, 1961

Night Rain Has Turned The Pavements To A Pool of Reflections, c1935. Creator: Calkin
Night Rain Has Turned The Pavements To A Pool of Reflections, c1935. The fountains in Trafalgar Square, central London. On the left is the National Gallery

Joe Pass, Ronnie Scotts, Soho, London, 1984. Artist: Brian O Connor
Joe Pass, Ronnie Scott s, Soho, London, 1984

View of London, c1650, (19th century). Panoramic view of London from the South Bank showing the old St Pauls Cathedral before the Great Fire of London in 1666

Horse Guards, City of Westminster, London, England
6317588 Horse Guards, City of Westminster, London, England by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: Horse Guards, City of Westminster, London, England, 19th century)

Ronnie Scott, The Old Place, Gerrard Street, London, 1959. Creator: Brian Foskett
Ronnie Scott, " The Old Place", Gerrard Street, London, 1959

Dexter Gordon, Marquee Club, 1962. Creator: Brian Foskett
Dexter Gordon, Marquee Club, 1962

Beneath the Quadriga, May 12 1937. From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

Exeter Change, Westminster
Interior view of Politos Royal Menagerie, Exeter Change, Strand, Westminster, London, 1812

A whist-er at Boodles - or a choice peice [sic] of double milled Yorkshire broad cloth, 1820. A very obese man in profile is about to step into Boodles club, Pall Mall

Zoological Gardens, Regents Park, Marylebone, London, c1840. Artist: FW Hulme
View of the tunnel in the Zoological Gardens at Regents Park, London, c1840; with groups of figures and families

Houses Of Parliament
July 1958: The Houses of Parliament and Westminster Bridge from the South Bank over the River Thames, London. (Photo by Holmes/Fox Photos/Getty Images)

Coronation of King George VI 12th May 1937. King George VI is passed one of the two sceptre used during the enthronement ceremony at Westminster Abbey

Her Majestys Procession march down Northumberland Avenue led by Colonel B. J. O. Burrows, O.B.E. T.D. and Five Companies of the Foot Guards as they escort the Queens coach to Westminster Abbey for

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Step into the captivating world of Westminster, where history and modernity intertwine seamlessly. Explore the vibrant streets that have witnessed centuries of change and transformation. Transport yourself back to 1751 with William Hogarth's iconic masterpiece, "Gin Lane. " Immerse yourself in the chaotic scenes of London life, a stark reminder of the city's colorful past. Marvel at the grandeur of Marylebone Town Hall, one of London's most eminent new buildings in 1935. Its architectural beauty stands as a testament to the city's commitment to progress and innovation. Witness a momentous occasion as Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh ascend to their thrones on their coronation day at Buckingham Palace in 1953. The palace exudes regal splendor, serving as an enduring symbol of British monarchy. Peer inside the majestic clock face of Big Ben within the Palace of Westminster. This iconic landmark has stood tall since 1905, marking time for generations while overlooking bustling city life below. Admire an engraving that offers an exact delineation of both London and Westminster along with its suburbs. This intricate artwork captures every nook and cranny, showcasing how these two cities coexist harmoniously. Discover Wilton Mews' hidden gem - The Grenadier - where coachmen once sought solace after long journeys through cobbled streets in 1935. Though now transformed, it remains a cherished piece of history etched into Westminster's fabric. Experience William Hogarth's "Four Times Of The Day - Morning, " capturing everyday life unfolding against Westminister’s backdrop during different timescales – reminding us that this vibrant district never sleeps. Step into Savory & Moores Pharmacy on New Bond Street in 1912; inhale nostalgia as you wander through aisles filled with remedies from yesteryears—a testament to timeless traditions preserved amidst urban evolution. Stroll through Berkeley Square in Mayfair, a tranquil oasis amidst the bustling city.