Clapton Collection

Clapton Orient FC football team 1936. Back row: Oakley, Murray, Farrell, Searle (Captain), Herod. Third row: Proudfoot (Manager), Wells, Heinemann, Rossiter, Iceton, Watson, Hillam, Affleck, Brooks

The Pond on Clapton Common, London - with a distant view of the Agapemon Church. Date: 1906

South-west view of the London Orphan Asylum in Lower Clapton, Hackney, London, c1830

Greyhound Stadiums in London
Page from the Bystanders Greyhound Racing Number showing views of various greyhound tracks and stadiums mushrooming around the country during the 1920s and 30s

Turnbull / Clapton Orient
R Turnbull, player for Clapton Orient; also played for Arsenal, Charlton and Chelsea

Salvation Congress Hall
Congress Hall, Lower Clapton, London, England - a meeting place for members of the Army

The Grocers School viewed from Hackney Downs - Downs Park Road Lower Clapton, North London. Renamed Hackney Downs School in 1906

Gloucester GL13 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Gloucester GL13 9

Clapton Orient footballers Jones, Fletcher and Ellis
Clapton Orient (later known as Leyton Orient) players Jones, Fletcher and Ellis enjoying their pre-war keep-fit diet of oranges Date: circa 1930s

Deaf and Dumb Asylum, Clapton, North East (b / w photo)
2774723 Deaf and Dumb Asylum, Clapton, North East (b/w photo) by Latham, Charles (d.1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: Deaf and Dumb Asylum, Clapton, North East)

London Orphan Asylum Lobby Card
A card pleading the case of Elizabeth Rose Shepherd which was distributed to those eligible to vote at an election of entrants to the London Orphan Asylum, Clapton. Date: 1857

Photograph of White Hart Hotel, Clapton, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Face on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1929

Photograph of Swan PH, Clapton, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1939

Photograph of Royal Sovereign PH, Clapton, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

Photograph of London Tavern, Clapton, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Face on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details

Photograph of Clapton Park Tavern, Lower Clapton, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

Howards House, Clapton
View of howards House in Clapton, London. A gabled house of c.1600 was acquired in 1715 by Samuel and Bucknall Howard, merchants who conveyed it in 1727 to John Howard

Portrait of John Burton of Clapton
HAC41199 Portrait of John Burton of Clapton by Denny, W. (19th century); Hackney Museum, London Borough of Hackney, UK; eHackney Museum; eHackney Museum; out of copyright

Advertisement for H Watts Mount Pleasant tavern and tea garden, High-Hill Ferry, Clapton (engraving)
3105764 Advertisement for H Watts Mount Pleasant tavern and tea garden, High-Hill Ferry, Clapton (engraving) by English School

Howards House, at Clapton, about 1800 (engraving)
3637011 Howards House, at Clapton, about 1800 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Howards House, at Clapton, about 1800)

The house in which John Howard was born (engraving)
729163 The house in which John Howard was born (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The house in which John Howard was born in Lower Clapton, London)

Sketch Plan of the Hackney Brook, compiled by E. Bolus (litho)
XJF262735 Sketch Plan of the Hackney Brook, compiled by E. Bolus (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The Salvation Army and its work (b / w photo)
6013645 The Salvation Army and its work (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Salvation Army and its work)

The Five Principal Institutions founded by the late Dr Andrew Reed (engraving)
1620214 The Five Principal Institutions founded by the late Dr Andrew Reed (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Congress Hall, Clapton (b / w photo)
3092089 The Congress Hall, Clapton (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Congress Hall, Clapton)

Nurses at Training School, Clapton, London. Reverse reads Nurses at Training School Clapton London. Annotated Miss Martha Malins indicated by x. c.1916. Date: circa 1916

Duke and Duchess of York at a Salvation Army Concert
Duke and Duchess of York at a Salvation Army Brass Band Concert - Congress Hall, Clapton - greeted by the Head of the Army, General Bramwell Booth (1856-1929) and Mrs Booth. Date: 1928

Somerset TA18 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Somerset TA18 8

Berkshire RG17 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Berkshire RG17 9

Hackney E5 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Hackney E5 9

BA Bath, BA3 4
BA3 4

Howards House, at Clapton, about 1800, (c1876). Creator: Unknown
Howards House, at Clapton, about 1800, (c1876). House on Lower Clapton Road of prison reformer John Howard, (1726-1790). From " Old and New London: A Narrative of Its History, Its People

South-east view of St James Church, Clapton, Hackney, London, c1860

Brooke House, Clapton, Hackney, London, c1854. Near the junction of Lower Clapton Road and Brooke Road

View of the London Orphan Asylum in Clapton, Hackney, London, 1828. Artist: WH Bond
View of the London Orphan Asylum in Clapton, Hackney, London, 1828

Birthplace of John Howard, philanthropist and prison reformer, Clapton, Hackney, London, c1830

Two vignettes relating to the 18th century philanthopist and prison reformer John Howard, 1836. The upper one shows Howards birthplace in Clapton, Hackney

Brooke House, Hackney, London, c1830. Artist: Dean and Munday
Brooke House, Hackney, London, c1830. Near the junction of Lower Clapton Road and Brooke Road in Clapton, Hackney

American speedway rider Art Pecha on his Harley-Davidson, Lea Bridge Stadium, Leyton, London, 1928
Harley-Davison. Place: Lea Bridge Speedway. Date: 14.7.28

A rider at Lea Bridge speedway circuit, Leyton, London, 1928. Artist: Bill Brunell
Unidentified motorcycle Event Entry No: 15. Place: Lea Bridge Speedway. Date: 14.7.28

Speedway race at Lea Bridge Stadium, Leyton, London, 1928. Artist: Bill Brunell
Unidentified motorcycle Event Entry No: 10. Place: Lea Bridge Speedway. Date: 14.7.28

Fallen rider in a speedway race at Lea Bridge Stadium, Leyton, London, 1928. Artist: Bill Brunell
Unidentified motorcycle. Place: Lea Bridge Speedway. Date: 14.7.28

A letter by John Howard, and a view of his residence at Cardington, mid-late 18th century, (1840). Artist: John Howard
Part of a letter by John Howard, and a view of his residence at Cardington, mid-late 18th century, (1840). View of the philanthropist and prison reformers birthplace at Clapton, Middlesex

Horse-drawn tram on a Victorian scrap, advertising Raphael Tuck & Sons Artistic Cards. Date: circa 1890s

Map of the Parish of Hackney, surveyed by John Rocque (c. 1709-1762) 1745 (litho)
XJF262736 Map of the Parish of Hackney, surveyed by John Rocque (c.1709-1762) 1745 (litho) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 SS Cabriolet

Salvation Army Maternity Home, Upper Clapton
The Salvation Army Maternity Home on Downs Road, Upper Clapton, London N.E

London Orphan Asylum, Hackney Road, Clapton
A view of the London Orphan Asylum, opened in 1825 at Hackney Road, Clapton. Date: circa 1840

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"Exploring the Rich History of Clapton: From Football to Asylums" Step back in time and discover the fascinating history of Clapton, a vibrant neighborhood in London. In 1936, Clapton Orient FC football team made waves with their remarkable skills on the pitch. The Pond on Clapton Common served as a tranquil oasis for locals seeking solace amidst bustling city life. Take a glimpse into the past with a south-west view of the London Orphan Asylum in Lower Clapton, Hackney, captured around 1830. Greyhound Stadiums dotted across London provided thrilling entertainment for sports enthusiasts. The Turnbull/Clapton Orient connection holds significance as it symbolizes an era when football united communities. Meanwhile, the Salvation Congress Hall stood tall as a beacon of hope and faith for those seeking spiritual guidance. Footballers Jones, Fletcher, and Ellis from Clapton Orient left an indelible mark on both local and national sporting history. The Grocers School viewed from Hackney Downs showcased educational institutions that nurtured young minds within this vibrant community. Venturing further out to Gloucester GL13 9 Map reveals how far-reaching Clapton's influence was beyond its borders. Even Deaf and Dumb Asylum found its place here, providing support to those who needed it most. Immerse yourself in nostalgia with images like the Lobby Card capturing moments at the London Orphan Asylum or photographs showcasing White Hart Hotel - both testaments to bygone eras etched into memory. Join us as we unravel these captivating stories that shaped Clapton's identity over centuries – where sport thrived alongside social welfare initiatives while preserving architectural gems that still stand today.