Goodwin Sands Collection

Cricket Match upon the Goodwin Sands, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Cricket Match upon the Goodwin Sands, 1854. Evening game on the Kent coast. " The Goodwins, " which have been from time immemorial associated with peril and destruction

The Ramsgate Life Boat, a Night on the Goodwin Sands (engraving)
2773704 The Ramsgate Life Boat, a Night on the Goodwin Sands (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ramsgate Life Boat, a Night on the Goodwin Sands)

Cricket Match upon the Goodwin Sands (engraving)
1607671 Cricket Match upon the Goodwin Sands (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cricket Match upon the Goodwin Sands)

The Seapie (engraving)
1587180 The Seapie (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Seapie. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 3 December 1842)

New Beacon on the Goodwin Sands (engraving)
1096166 New Beacon on the Goodwin Sands (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Beacon on the Goodwin Sands)

The New Beacon on the Goodwin Sands, the Light of All Nations (engraving)
1586845 The New Beacon on the Goodwin Sands, the Light of All Nations (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Beacon on the Goodwin Sands)

A Wreck on the Goodwin Sands (engraving)
1045466 A Wreck on the Goodwin Sands (engraving) by Miles, Thomas Rose (1844-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Wreck on the Goodwin Sands)

Launching a lifeboat (colour litho)
5207666 Launching a lifeboat (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Launching a lifeboat)

The Trinity Beacon on the South Calliper of the Goodwin Sands (engraving)
1594577 The Trinity Beacon on the South Calliper of the Goodwin Sands (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The "Light for All Nations, "on the Goodwin Sands (engraving)
1095322 The " Light for All Nations, " on the Goodwin Sands (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The " Light for All Nations)

Captain Bullocks Safety Beacon on the Goodwin Sands (engraving)
1625133 Captain Bullocks Safety Beacon on the Goodwin Sands (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Captain Bullocks Safety Beacon on the Goodwin Sands)

Goodwin Sands (engraving)
1098376 Goodwin Sands (engraving) by Stanfield, C. (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Goodwin Sands. Illustration for The Illustrated London News)

Ground plan of the safety beacon, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Ground plan of the safety beacon, 1844. The Safety, or Refuge Beacon, was first erected on the Goodwin Sands through the indomitable perseverance of Captain Bullock

Capt. Bullocks safety beacon on Goodwin Sands, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Capt. Bullocks safety beacon on Goodwin Sands, 1844. The Safety, or Refuge Beacon, was first erected on the Goodwin Sands through the indomitable perseverance of Captain Bullock

East Goodwin Lightship one and a half miles east of the Goodwin Sands, 1937
East Goodwin Lightship is ituated about one and a half miles east of the Goodwin Sands, off the North Foreland, Kent, 1937. From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol. II, edited by Clarence Winchester

Treacherous Sands; Low tide, or low water slack, at Goodwin Sands
1st May 1948: Low tide, or low water slack, at Goodwin Sands. The area is seamed with gullies and swillies formed by the swirling tides. Some of the holes have twelve feet of water above the sand

England, Kent, Deal. Deal pier, in the coastal resort of Deal. Notable for its two castles. Deal is a member of the Confederation of Cinque Ports

Dangerous Waters
1st May 1948: The mastheads of previous victims can been seen over the flooding tide that hides the treacherous Goodwin Sands on the Kentish coast

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The Goodwin Sands: A Rich Tapestry of Maritime History Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating tales that surround the enigmatic Goodwin Sands. This treacherous stretch of sandbanks off the coast of Ramsgate has witnessed countless maritime adventures, both heroic and tragic. One such tale is that of The Ramsgate Life Boat, a symbol of bravery and selflessness. Its valiant crew battled against fierce waves to rescue stranded sailors from the clutches of this unforgiving landscape. Their unwavering determination saved lives and etched their names into history. Imagine a Night on the Goodwin Sands, as depicted in an enchanting engraving. The moonlight casts an ethereal glow upon a group of cricket enthusiasts engaged in a spirited match amidst this desolate yet mesmerizing backdrop. It's a testament to human resilience and our ability to find joy even in the most unlikely places. In another engraving titled The Seapie, we witness nature's delicate balance with man-made structures. A lone seagull perches atop one such creation, perhaps seeking solace or inspiration from its perch on these shifting sands. The New Beacon on the Goodwin Sands emerges majestically from another engraving—a guiding light for mariners navigating perilous waters. Known as "The Light of All Nations, " it stands tall as a symbol of hope and safety amidst chaos. But not all stories end happily; tragedy strikes too often here. In A Wreck on the Goodwin Sands, we see remnants scattered across this hauntingly beautiful terrain—a stark reminder that nature can be both breathtakingly awe-inspiring and mercilessly cruel. Yet amid these trials emerge acts of heroism like Launching a lifeboat captured vividly through color lithography—an image filled with courage, teamwork, and sacrifice—reminding us that humanity's strength lies within unity during times of crisis.