Gas Holder Collection

Gas light a066010
Kings Cross, London. A street view with an open gas street light in the foreground, two high walls to either side of the road

Gasholder Park, Kings Cross DP220107
Gasholder Park, Kings Cross, Camden, London. Twilight view of Gasholder No 8 and apartments built within refurbished gasholder guide frames

Gas street light, Kings Cross a066009
KINGS CROSS, London. A street view with an open gas street light in the foreground, a three wheeled van approaching and the gasometers at Kings Cross in the distance behind a high wall

Gas holders, Kings Cross DD004573
Goods Way in Kings Cross showing the premises of Baldwins Covent Garden in the foreground and gas holders behind. Photographed by Paul Barkshire, 24th October 1981. Gasometer

Gas holders 29224_024
Kennington, London. Gas holders near the Oval cricket ground. Gasometer

Canons Marsh JEH_22046_006
Canons Marsh, Bristol. This area of Bristol has seen significant redevelopment. Shown here are the gas works and an inter-war warehouse that has since been replaced by the Lloyds Bank HQ at

Kings Cross Gas Holders J890288
KINGS CROSS GAS HOLDERS, London. View from the canal looking south with St Pancras Station in the distance

St. Pancras. A terminus of the London, Midland and Scottish Railway, 1935. Creator: Unknown
St. Pancras. A terminus of the London, Midland and Scottish Railway, 1935. From " Railway Wonders of the World, Vol. 1". [The Amalgamated Press Limited, London, 1935]

Gas storage tanks. Supporting structures of three gas storage tanks and two electricity pylons and power lines silhouetted against a setting sun

Gas plant, c1880 (illustration)
2450318 Gas plant, c1880 (illustration) by Dressel, August (b.1862) (after); (add.info.: Science. Energy. Gasworks in Germany (sectional view).Illustration by August Dressel in

Gas plant, c1880 (illustration)
2450317 Gas plant, c1880 (illustration) by Dressel, August (b.1862) (after); (add.info.: Science. Energy. Gasworks in Germany.Illustration by August Dressel in: Weltall und Menschheit)

Gas tank, Detroit City Gas Company, Detroit, Mich. between 1900 and 1905. Creator: Unknown
Gas tank, Detroit City Gas Company, Detroit, Mich. between 1900 and 1905

The London Gas Supply; Sketches showing Method of Manufacture; The Coke Ground, 1891. Creator: Unknown
'The London Gas Supply; Sketches showing Method of Manufacture; The Coke Ground, with Gas Holders in the rear, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44

Air raid damage to the gas holder at Swindon Works, 1942
Swindon Works following the air raid on 27th July 1942. The gas holder at the gas works is pock-marked by machine gun fire from a lone aircraft that had swooped over the town early in the morning

Camley Gdns, Camden, London, UK, 30 / 1 / 10. Creator: Ethel Davies
Camley Gdns, Camden, London, UK, 30/1/10. Camley Street Natural Park, with the disused gasworks behind, Camley Gardens, Camden, London, NW1, England, UK

Gas holders 33238_003
Chelmsford, Essex. Gas Holders 114 and 115 at Chelmsford Gas Works, 2016

Branksome Gas Works 33558_029
Branksome Gas Works, Poole, Dorset, 2018. SZ0592

Branksome Gas Works 33558_039
Branksome Gas Works, Poole, Dorset, 2018. SZ0592

Barrack Road gasholders 29351_012
Barrack Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, 2015. 19th century gas holders, the northern of which is Grade II listed. TG5206

Hollicombe gas works. 1936

The Torquay Road at Hollacombe, Paignton in about 1910 when trams and horses competed for road space

Torquay Road at Hollacombe in 1868 showing the first gasworks buildings. Notice the narrow road and the ford at the bottom of the hill

The story of gas (colour litho)
3099317 The story of gas (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The story of gas)

Prospecting for Petroleum in Sussex (b / w photo)
1629371 Prospecting for Petroleum in Sussex (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Prospecting for Petroleum in Sussex)

English League Division One match at the Victoria Ground. Stoke City 1 v Liverpool 1. Stoke Citys Dennis Wilshaw battles for the ball with Ronnie Moran of Liverpool. 17th October 1959

Gas works for lighting town or large district, 1819. Artist: Friedrich Accum
Gas works for lighting town or large district. 1: Collapsing gas holder. 2: Retort House. 3: Purifying House with lime machine. 4: Directors Office. From Frederick Accum Coal Gas, London, 1819

Dismantling 33165_051
Gas holder, Wensley Road, Blackburn, Lancashire. A former landmark of the Blackburn skyline being dismantled. Photographed in May 2017. Gasometer

Gas holder 29224_026
Kennington, London. Gas holders near the Oval cricket ground. Gasometer

Gas Works 27531_007
Bromley by Bow Gas Works, Twelvetrees Crescent, Newham, London. Photographed in September 2012

Gasworks, Craven Arms EPW061708
The Gas Works and railway, Craven Arms, Shropshire. Photographed by Aerofilms Ltd in June 1939

Millennium Dome 18795_22
Millennium Dome, Greenwich, London. An aerial view of the Millennium Dome situated on a former gas works site by the River Thames

No. 2 Gasometer, Sands End Lane, Fulham, 1954
Photograph showing No.2 Gasometer, Sands End Lane, Fulham, London in 1954. At that time this gasholder, which was built in 1830

Truck on construction site, (B&W)

Strudwick as a jumper. Bert Strudwick, Surreys wonderful wicket keeper shows his determination to be fit for the cricket season by taking a leap over the stumps at The Oval in jumping exercises

Gasometer, artwork
Gasometer. Gasometers, or gas holders, are used to store excess gas. The gasometer consists of one or more tiers floating on a pool of water

Gasometers, artwork
Gasometers at La Villette Gas Power Station, Paris, France. Gasometers, or gas holders, are used to store excess gas. The gasometer consists of one or more tiers floating on a pool of water

Gas storage tank. These tanks, known as gasholders or gasometers, are used to hold coal gas or natural gas. The volume of the container adjusts to the amount of gas held inside

Gas Holder of Imperial Gas Company, Bethnal Green, London

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"Preserving the Legacy: Gas Holders as Icons of Industrial Heritage" Gas light a066010, Gasholder Park, Kings Cross DP220107, Gas street light, Kings Cross a066009 - these are just some of the captivating glimpses into the world of gas holders. These towering structures have played an integral role in shaping our cities and illuminating our streets. In Kings Cross alone, the imposing presence of Gas holders has left an indelible mark on its landscape. The iconic Gas holders at Kings Cross DD004573 stand tall as silent witnesses to a bygone era when gas was king. Canons Marsh JEH_22046_006 captures another stunning example where these colossal containers once stood proudly. The significance of these structures extends beyond their architectural grandeur. As depicted in Kings Cross Gas Holders J890288, they were essential for storing and distributing gas that powered homes and industries alike. St Pancras Terminal's photograph from 1935 reminds us how vital gas was during that time. However, not all memories associated with they are positive. The image showcasing air raid damage to the Swindon Works' gas holder in 1942 serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced during wartime. Yet amidst change and progress, there is also beauty to be found within this industrial heritage. Ethel Davies' photograph taken at Camley Gardens showcases how nature can reclaim spaces once dominated by industry – transforming them into serene havens. Today, we witness both dismantling efforts like in Dismantling 33165_051 and preservation initiatives such as those captured in Gas holders 33238_003. These images remind us that while technology advances relentlessly forward, it is crucial to preserve remnants of our past for future generations to appreciate. Gas storage tanks have come a long way since their inception; yet their historical significance remains undeniable. From powering cities to witnessing wartime struggles or becoming green oases, gas holders have left an indelible mark on our urban landscapes.