Lewisham Collection (page 3)

Lewisham SE15 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Lewisham SE15 6

Lewisham SE8 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Lewisham SE8 5

Lewisham SE8 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Lewisham SE8 3

Lewisham SE6 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Lewisham SE6 4

Lewisham SE6 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Lewisham SE6 3

Lewisham SE6 2 Map
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Lewisham SE6 1 Map
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Lewisham SE8 4 Map
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Lewisham SE4 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Lewisham SE4 2

Lewisham SE4 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Lewisham SE4 1

The High Street, Lewisham, south east London. Date: 1904

On Blackheath, Greater Londons Most Historic Common, c1935. Creator: Donald McLeish
On Blackheath, Greater Londons Most Historic Common, c1935. Boating lake at Blackheath in south-east London. From " Wonderful London, Volume 2", edited by Arthur St John Adcock

Where The Roman Road To Dover Crosses Shooters Hill Beyond Blackheath, c1935. Creator: W Whiffin
Where The Roman Road To Dover Crosses Shooters Hill Beyond Blackheath, c1935. Street empty of traffic, the route from London to Dover

The Royal Naval School, New Cross, (c1878). Creator: Unknown
The Royal Naval School, New Cross, (c1878). The Royal Naval School building was designed by John Shaw Jr, and opened c1844 at New Cross in south-east London

West Coombe, in 1794, (c1878). Creator: Unknown
West Coombe, in 1794, (c1878). West Combe in Blackheath, then a village outside London, was built in the 1720s. Among those who lived there over the years were the general

Lee Church in 1795, (c1878). Creator: Unknown
Lee Church in 1795, (c1878). St Margarets Church, Lee Terrace, near Blackheath in what is now south London. View of the mediaeval church dating from 1120

The Green Man, Blackheath, (c1878). Creator: Unknown
The Green Man, Blackheath, (c1878). The Green Man Hotel and tavern in Blackheath, then a village outside London, was an important staging post on the London-to-Dover route

Floating Dock, Deptford (1820), (c1878). Creator: Unknown
Floating Dock, Deptford (1820), (c1878). The Royal Navy Dockyard at Deptford on the River Thames operated from the mid-16th to the late 19th century

Display of posters at a training centre, Deptford, London, 1935
Display of posters at the Nynehead Street Non-Residential Training Centre, Deptford, London, 1935

Railway bridge across Deptford Creek, London, 1913. The bridge over Deptford Creek viewed from the south at low tide

Deptford Creek Bridge, London, 1896. View of the bridge closed to shipping, looking towards the gas works and tall-masted ships in the distance. In the foreground is a barge, used for freight

Class 3, Clyde Street School, Deptford, London, 1887. The boys and girls of Class 3 are posed outside their school. A girl in the front row holds a sign which says Jubilee Year

London County Council ambulance, Deptford, 1935
White London County Council ambulance, Deptford, 1935. The vehicle has ambulance written on its side, accompanied by a crest

Operating theatre, Lewisham Hospital, London, 1936

Open sided class sheds, Brent Knoll Open Air School, Forest Hill, London, 1928
Open sided class sheds, Brent Knoll Open Air School, Mayow Road, Forest Hill, London, 1928. Surrounded by wooden decking

Children resting in the garden, Birley House Open Air School, Forest Hill, London, 1908. Children resting either in deck chairs or lying on blankets on the grass

Children dressed as prehistoric cave dwellers, Birley House Open Air School, London, 1908
Children dressed as prehistoric cave dwellers, Birley House Open Air School, Forest Hill, London, 1908. With a hut shelter, chopping wood, making fire and pegging out an animal skin

History lesson in the Horniman Museum, London, 1908
History lesson in the Horniman Museum, Forest Hill, London, 1908. Children from Birley House Open Air School studying stone age implements with their teacher in a museum gallery

How to read a sun-dial, Birley House Open Air School, Forest Hill, London, 1908
A teacher showing children how to read a sun-dial to tell the time, Birley House Open Air School, Forest Hill, London, 1908

Arithmetic lesson in the garden, Birley House Open Air School, London, 1908
Arithmetic lesson in the garden, Birley House Open Air School, Forest Hill, London, 1908. The uniformed children all have their own small blackboards

Girls learning infant care, Birley House Open Air School, Forest Hill, London, 1908. Three girls, being supervised by a nurse, bathing and dressing a doll

Pupils preparing food outdoors, Birley House Open Air School, Forest Hill, London, 1908
Boys and girls preparing food outdoors, Birley House Open Air School, Forest Hill, London, 1908. Uniformed children are preparing vegetables and pastry in the gardens with instructors

Pupils in the garden doing needlework, Birley House Open Air School, Forest Hill, London, 1908
Boys and girls in the garden doing needlework, Birley House Open Air School, Forest Hill, London, 1908. Sitting in a semi-circle

View of St Pauls Church, Deptford, London, 1822. The Baroque church was designed by Thomas Archer, a pupil of Sir Christopher Wren

View of the Royal Dockyard, Deptford, London, 1793

London and Croydon Railway, New Cross, Deptford, London, 1839. Artist: Edward Duncan
London and Croydon Railway, New Cross, Deptford, London, 1839. View of the railway from the great cutting at New Cross Hill, looking towards the Greenwich Railway

Greenwich Railway, Deptford, London, 1836. Artist: GF Bragg
Greenwich Railway, Deptford, London, 1836. View from the Surrey Canal showing the towpath, barges and horses and a steam train on the viaduct

Le roi a la station de New Cross, 1844. Artist
Le roi a la station de New Cross, 1844. King Louis Phillippe of France being greeted at New Cross Station, Deptford, London. The King paid a state visit to Windsor Castle in 1844

A view of His Majestys Dock Yard at Deptford... London, 1772. HM Dockyard, also known as the Royal Dock and commonly called Kings Yard, was created in 1513, south of Great Howland Dock

Lee Place which stood on the north side of Old Road, Lewisham, London, c1795. Artist
Lee Place which stood on the north side of Old Road, Lewisham, London, c1795

Obelisk erected on Brockley Hill, possibly in Lewisham, London, c1795. Artist
Obelisk erected on Brockley Hill, possibly in Lewisham, London, c1795

Colfes Almshouses in Lewisham, London, c1795. The almshouses were founded by the Reverend Abraham Colfe in the 17th century

Church of St Margaret, Lee, Lewisham, London, 1809. View of the church with tombstones in the foreground

Church of St Margaret, Lee, Lewisham, London, 1841. Artist
Church of St Margaret, Lee, Lewisham, London, 1841

The Royal Naval School at New Cross, Lewisham, London, c1870

The Royal Naval School, Lewisham High Road, New Cross, Lewisham, London, c1870. Artist
The Royal Naval School, Lewisham High Road, New Cross, Lewisham, London, c1870. Above is a view of the south front with figures on the playing fields

Proposed design for Forest Hill Station, Lewisham, London, 1851. Artist
Proposed design for Forest Hill Station, Lewisham, London, 1851. Architects perspective design for the station, on the London and Brighton Railway. The station was never built to this design

Deptford Docks, London, 1753. Artist
Deptford Docks, London, 1753. Plan of the Dock Yard at Deptford including the surrounding area. In the upper section is a view of the River Thames with water vessels

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"Lewisham: A Historical Hub of Resilience and Care" During the Blitz in London, an ambulance races through the streets of Ladywell, Lewisham, its siren piercing the night as it rushes to save lives amidst the chaos of World War II. At Grove Park Railway Station in London, commuters embark on their daily journeys, unaware of the rich history that surrounds them. This bustling hub has witnessed countless stories unfold over time. The GLC-LFB New Lewisham fire station appliance room stands ready for action, a testament to the bravery and dedication of firefighters who protect this vibrant community. London arms and seals proudly adorn buildings across Lewisham, symbolizing its strong connection to the capital city and its enduring heritage. Grove Park Hospital in south east London serves as a beacon of hope for those seeking healing. Its doors have welcomed patients from all walks of life with compassion and care. Nestled within Lewisham's charming streets is Ladywell Lodge—a place where tranquility meets urban living. It offers solace amidst the hustle and bustle of city life. The iconic Lewisham Clock Tower stands tall at its heart—its timeless presence reminding residents of their shared history while marking each passing moment with grace. Lewisham Military Hospital on High Street holds tales untold by soldiers who found solace within its walls during times of conflict. Their sacrifices are honored here forevermore. Castle Coaches Bus weaves through busy roads, connecting people near and far. It carries dreams, aspirations, and memories along every route it travels within this vibrant borough. ASC Barracks in Grove Park echoes with stories from soldiers who once called it home—a place where camaraderie was forged amid duty and sacrifice for a greater cause. The GLC-LFB appliance fleet includes an Emergency Tender stationed in Lewisham—an emblematic reminder that heroes stand ever-ready to protect this cherished community when danger strikes.