Norwood Collection

Croydon Fire Brigade, South Norwood station
The firefighters of the Croydon Fire Brigade serving at South Norwood station, South Norwood High Street, together with their horse drawn manual fire engine

The Adventure of the Norwood Builder, Sherlock Holmes
The Return of Sherlock Holmes, the Adventure of the Norwood Builder, a Sherlock Holmes story by Arthur Conan Doyle. " A wild-eyed

Childrens Exercise Drill at Cleevedon Toddlers Home, South
Staff take young children through an exercise drill at the Cleevedon Toddlers Home, South Norwood, run by the Reformatory and Rescue Union (later known as the Childrens Aid Society)

Infants playground, Lambeth Schools, West Norwood, London
Infants (girls and boys together) at play at the Lambeth Schools for workhouse children on Elder Road, West Norwood, South London. A young Charlie Chaplin was briefly a resident of the Schools in 1898

Upper Norwood / Anerley Hl
Upper Norwood: Anerley Hill

Collieries at Langwith, Norwood and Glapwell in North Derbyshire
Printed by Pawson and Brailsford.Glapwell Colliery, near Chesterfield closed in the early 1970s. Norwood Colliery, near Killamarsh closed in 1943

North Surrey District School, Anerley, Upper Norwood, Surrey
The North Surrey District School at Anerley, Upper Norwood, with the Crystal Palace visible behind. The school was opened in 1850 to house pauper children away from the workhouse

LCC-LFB West Norwood fire station, SW London
Located in Norwood Road, West Norwood fire station was built in 1916

GYPSY QUEEN, 18th CENTURY. Margaret Finch, queen of the Norwood gypsies, who was particularly known for her knowledge of futurity, is seen in her characteristic squat

The First London County Council (engraving)
1055803 The First London County Council (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The First London County Council)

Queen of the Gipsies
Margaret Finch, Queen of the Gipsies at Norwood, in south London with two pet dogs - one is smaller than a tankard!!

The Avenue, Sydenham, 1871. Artist: Pissarro, Camille (1830-1903)
The Avenue, Sydenham, 1871. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Market Garden opposite Lambeth Schools, Norwood, London in 1907

Brockwell Park, Norwood, London, early 1900s

Grangewood Park, South Norwood, London Date: 1907

Annual Festival at College for the Blind, Norwood
The annual festival at the crystal palace of the Royal Normal College and Academy for the Blind in Upper Norwood, London. Various games and exercises are depicted

NORWOOD CEMETERY
A suburban burial place - Norwood Cemetery in south London

South London Metropolitan Cemetery, Norwood (engraving)
3655746 South London Metropolitan Cemetery, Norwood (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: South London Metropolitan Cemetery, Norwood)

Margaret Finchs Cottage, Norwood, in 1808 (engraving)
3637134 Margaret Finchs Cottage, Norwood, in 1808 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Margaret Finchs Cottage, Norwood, in 1808)

Margaret Finch, Queen of the Gypsies at Norwood (engraving)
821333 Margaret Finch, Queen of the Gypsies at Norwood (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Margaret Finch, Queen of the Gypsies at Norwood)

Norwood, London (engraving)
585991 Norwood, London (engraving) by Baynes, Thomas Mann (1794-1854); Private Collection; (add.info.: Norwood, London; Plate from Views of Picturesque Scenery of the Environs of London illustrated)

Photograph of White Swan PH, Norwood, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1934

Photograph of White Hart Hotel, Upper Norwood, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Face on view of the pub

Photograph of Rosemary Branch PH, West Norwood, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub

Photograph of Rising Sun PH, Spa Hill Upper Norwood, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

Rising Sun PH, Anerley Road Upper Norwood, Greater London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

Photograph of Paxton Hotel, West Norwood, 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 1934

Photograph of Park Tavern, West Norwood, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Face on view of the pub

Photograph of Number 1 PH, West Norwood, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

Photograph of Jolly Sailor PH, Norwood, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1934

Photograph of Goathouse PH, Norwood, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

Photograph of Crown PH, Norwood, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1938

Photograph of Bricklayers Arms, Norwood (Old), London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Photo of Pub under construction

New Church of the Holy Trinity, Tulse-Hill, Norwood (engraving)
1602198 New Church of the Holy Trinity, Tulse-Hill, Norwood (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Church of the Holy Trinity, Tulse-Hill, Norwood)

Portraits of the winners of a beauty contest for British women workers of the First World War organised by the Daily
6015408 Portraits of the winners of a beauty contest for British women workers of the First World War organised by the Daily Mirror newspaper (b/w photo) by English Photographer

General view of Norwood Cemetery (engraving)
605184 General view of Norwood Cemetery (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: General view of Norwood Cemetery)

The Beulah Spa, Norwood (engraving)
611017 The Beulah Spa, Norwood (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Beulah Spa, Norwood.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English

A view of Mr Nesbitts (late the Earl of Bristol s) Villa, near the Horns in Norwood (engraving)
606769 A view of Mr Nesbitts (late the Earl of Bristol s) Villa, near the Horns in Norwood (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cambridge Hotel, Westow Hill, Upper Norwood, South London
Cambridge Hotel (public house), Westow Hill, Upper Norwood, South London. circa 1908

Croydon Fire Brigade, South Norwood station
The firefighters of the Croydon Fire Brigade serving at South Norwood station, South Norwood High Street, together with their horse drawn manual fire engine. Date: 1870

Members of the New Parliament (engraving)
1047896 Members of the New Parliament (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Members of the New Parliament)

South Metropolitan Cemetery (engraving)
605196 South Metropolitan Cemetery (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page from The Pictorial Times)

A Gothic font in the Church of Norwood, London, Middlesex (engraving)
602623 A Gothic font in the Church of Norwood, London, Middlesex (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Gothic font in the Church of Norwood, London)

The late Mr C H Spurgeon (litho)
1614652 The late Mr C H Spurgeon (litho) by Railton, Herbert (1857-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Mr C H Spurgeon)

Residences at Tunbridge Wells, Premises in the Haymarket, Plan and View of School Premises at Dover
5204756 Residences at Tunbridge Wells, Premises in the Haymarket, Plan and View of School Premises at Dover, Premises at Norwood for the London and County Banking Company

Christmas Entertainment at the Normal College for the Blind, Norwood (engraving)
1050209 Christmas Entertainment at the Normal College for the Blind, Norwood (engraving) by Macquoid, Percy (1852-1925); Private Collection; (add.info)

Beulah Spa, Norwood, the Blenheim Free Dispensary Fete (engraving)
1102070 Beulah Spa, Norwood, the Blenheim Free Dispensary Fete (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Beulah Spa, Norwood, the Blenheim Free Dispensary Fete)

Samudas Atmospheric Railway (engraving)
1101485 Samudas Atmospheric Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Samudas Atmospheric Railway)

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"Discover the rich history and diverse attractions of Norwood" Explore the heroic efforts of the Croydon Fire Brigade at South Norwood station, as they bravely protect the community. Step into Sherlock Holmes' world with "The Adventure of the Norwood Builder, " a thrilling tale set in this captivating neighborhood. Witness the joyous Children's Exercise Drill at Cleevedon Toddlers Home in South Norwood, fostering healthy habits from an early age. Experience boundless laughter and playfulness at Lambeth Schools' Infants playground in West Norwood, London - a haven for young minds to flourish. Marvel at the breathtaking views from Upper Norwood/Anerley Hill, offering panoramic vistas that will leave you speechless. Immerse yourself in North Derbyshire's industrial heritage by exploring Collieries at Langwith, Norwood, and Glapwell - a testament to hard work and resilience. Uncover knowledge and wisdom passed down through generations as you learn about Margaret Finch, Queen of the Gypsies in 18th-century Norwood. Her foresight was legendary. Trace back to historical milestones with The First London County Council engraving - witness how governance shaped this vibrant community. Embark on exciting Southern Railway Excursions advertised throughout town - let your wanderlust take flight with unforgettable adventures awaiting you. Feel secure knowing that LCC-LFB West Norwood fire station stands ready to protect its residents against any threat - safety is their utmost priority. Indulge your curiosity by delving into fascinating stories surrounding North Surrey District School in Anerley/Upper Norwood. Education has always been valued here. Norwood: where history meets modernity; where tradition intertwines with progress. Come experience it all firsthand.