Docks Collection (page 5)

On the Thames below Greenwich, c. 1905 (w / c on paper)
BOU217136 On the Thames below Greenwich, c.1905 (w/c on paper) by Dixon, Charles Edward (1872-1934); Private Collection; Bourne Gallery, Reigate, Surrey; English, out of copyright

Loading Timber, Southampton Docks, 1916-17 (oil on canvas)
SOU80731 Loading Timber, Southampton Docks, 1916-17 (oil on canvas) by Nevinson, Christopher Richard Wynne (1889-1946); 51x61 cm; Southampton City Art Gallery, Hampshire

Street scene outside the Dockyard Gates, Chatham, Kent. Date: circa 1910

The Launch of the Great Western in 1837, 1919 (oil on canvas)
2830977 The Launch of the Great Western in 1837, 1919 (oil on canvas) by Parsons, Arthur Wilde (1854-1931); 256.5x195.6 cm; Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Commencement of the Hull, Barnsley, and West Riding Railway and Dock (engraving)
1590204 Commencement of the Hull, Barnsley, and West Riding Railway and Dock (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Commencement of the Hull, Barnsley)

King George Dock, Hull, East Yorkshire. March 1965

Scenes at Gladstone Dock, Liverpool, Merseyside. 8th February 1949

The Kometa a Russian built Hydrfoil ferry boat August 1968. Seen here sailing down the River Thames in London past a moored ship unloading outside riverside warehouses The boat The KOMETA is in

Cheering sailors and Wrens of the Royal Navy line the entrance to Gladstone dock in Bootle, Liverpool to celebrate the arrival of the U-boat destroyer Captain Frederick John Walker on board HMS Stork

Finnieston Cantilever Crane, Stobcross Quay, Glasgow, Scotland. Date: 1950s

Conflagration at Sir C. Prices Wharf, Blackfriars, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Conflagration at Sir C. Prices Wharf, Blackfriars, 1845. The London fire brigade attempting to extinguish a fire...in the warehouses belonging to Sir Charles Price and Co

WINE TASTING, 1820
Wine tasting : assessing a fresh shipment newly arrived at the London Docks, Date: 1820

Limehouse Dock, 1872. Creator: Gustave Doré
Limehouse Dock, 1872. Limehouse Dock in Tower Hamlets used by seagoing vessels to offload cargo to canal barges, for onward transport along the Regents Canal. From, " LONDON

Dunbrody Emigrant Ship, New Ross, Co Wexford, Ireland

Wharves at Limehouse, London, c1850. Artist: Frederick J Goff
Wharves at Limehouse, London, c1850. View with barges in the foreground

Fennings Wharf, Bermondsey, London, c1835. View from the River Thames with Fennings Wharf in the centre, the Shot Manufactory, Bermondsey, on the left

East India Docks, Poplar, London, 1808. Artist: William Daniell
View of the East India Docks, Poplar, London, looking south towards Isle of Dogs with the River Lea on the left, 1808

Brunswick Dock, and East India Dock, Poplar, London, 1803. Artist: William Daniell
Brunswick Dock, and East India Dock, Poplar, London, 1803. Brunswick and East India Docks looking east with the River Lea in the middle distance and Perrys Masthouse on the right

Port Natal, Durban, Natal Province, South Africa. Date: circa 1905

Train at Calais Dock / 28
CALAIS - scene at dockside including the arrival of a train. Date: 1928

Untitled. Middlesbrough docks, sunset 1970s Date: 1970s

Alexandra Docks, Newport, Monmouthshire
Alexandra Docks, Newport, near Cardiff, Monmouthshire, Wales. Date: 1900s

Edinburgh: Plan of Leith, Showing the Proposed New Docks, 1804

A Prospect of Chatham Dock from Finsbery Windmill (engraving)
XJF3058229 A Prospect of Chatham Dock from Finsbery Windmill (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Birds Eye View of Sixth Street Wharf, Washington D. C, published by Charles Magnus
XZL151145 Birds Eye View of Sixth Street Wharf, Washington D.C, published by Charles Magnus, 1863 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Library of Congress, Washington D.C

Blitz in London -- warehouses, Surrey Docks, WW2
Warehouses in a smoky atmosphere following heavy bombing raids on the Surrey Commercial Docks in Rotherhithe, SE London. This raid took place on 7 September 1940

Sunderland Docks
Industrial scene of ships docked at Sunderland in County Durham

Cloondara, Co Longford, Ireland; Town At The End Of The Grand Canal

Canadians in Southampton
The Southampton contingent of the CCCF who were billeted near the docks at the Apollo Hotel. The Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters

Saint-Sever Port, Rouen, 1896 (oil on canvas)
XIR181208 Saint-Sever Port, Rouen, 1896 (oil on canvas) by Pissarro, Camille (1830-1903); 65x92 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Historic Docks, Portsmouth, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Container ship lifeboat. This emergency lifeboat (orange) is aboard the Kyoto Express, a container ship owned by the German transportation company Hapag-Lloyd

Grand Canal, Venice
The Grand Canal Venice. The Academy of Science and Arts is on the left

Emigrants embarking at the Royal Albert Docks, London, 1911
Illustration showing emigrants about to board the New Zealand liner Paparoa to make passage to Queensland, Australia, 1911

Shipping wild animals in the London Docks
Animals of Messrs. Howe and Cushings menagerie being loaded at the London Docks. An elephant is being hoisted up by a chain and girth to be put on board the ship, while a cage full of lions

Railway bridge across the river Severn
The new bridge across the Severn. The view as it will appear from Gatcomb, with the docks in the distance

Selling Fish by Docks
The fish-market alongside the quays where the fishing-boats dock - housewives and cooks come to buy fish fresh from the sea

West India Dock 1825
The West India Import Dock

Warehouses and boats in marina at docks, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Harbour tug with containers and cranes in the background, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, North America

Unloading a Timber Boat
Workmen unloading a timber boat at Bristol docks, Gloucestershire, England

Unloading Coal 1930S
Unloading anthracite coal at Bristol docks, Gloucestershire, England. A metamorphic rock, anthracite is almost smokeless and is used to make high grade steel

Bristol / Docks 1915
Bristol: the docks

Dover Harbour Postcard
A steam train pulled up on the Admiralty Pier alongside a paddle steamer

Arrivals by German Boat
At the docks: arrivals by a German steamer; men and women, some Jewish, wait on dockside having travelled by boat from Germany

West India Docks 1895
WEST INDIA DOCKS

Newquay Docks
Newquay Harbour

Filey Fisherman making nets early 1900s

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"Docks: A Journey Through History and Industry" Step back in time as we explore the captivating world of docks. From Isambard Kingdom Brunel's innovative use of chains to Aberdeen Harbour's bustling activity in Scotland, these structures have played a vital role in shaping our maritime heritage. Witness the grandeur of The Transporter Bridge, an iconic landmark that spans the River Tees in Middlesbrough, Teesside. Its towering presence stands as a testament to human engineering prowess and connects communities on either side. During the Second World War in 1940, HMS Exeter arrived at Plymouth's dock, carrying stories of bravery and sacrifice. This historic moment reminds us of the pivotal role docks played during times of conflict. In Portsmouth, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom lies HMS Victory proudly docked. As one gazes upon this magnificent vessel that once sailed into battle under Admiral Nelson's command, it is impossible not to feel a sense of awe and admiration for its rich history. Liverpool Docks come alive with vibrant energy as Cid Officers transform into hardworking dockers. These dedicated individuals ensure smooth operations while preserving their city's reputation as a thriving port. Manchester Docks witnessed powerful suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst making her mark on history. Her activism amidst these industrial surroundings serves as a reminder that progress can be made even against formidable odds. At Hartlepool Maritime Experience stands HMS Trincomalee—a British frigate from 1817—offering visitors an immersive journey through time. Step aboard this majestic ship and imagine life at sea centuries ago. A glimpse into Dublin's past reveals an intricate map from 1797 showcasing the strategic importance of its docks within trade networks across Europe. These waterways served as gateways to prosperity for countless merchants throughout history. The Prospect of Whitby pub stands tall along London's river Thames—an enduring symbol representing centuries-old connections between pubs and ports alike.