Regents Canal Collection

Entrance to Regents Canal Dock, Limehouse, London, 1828. Artist: Frederick James Havell
Entrance to Regents Canal Dock, Limehouse, London, 1828. View with boats and crew on Regents Canal and figures on the dockside

Regents Canal (Grand Union), Regents Park, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

United Kingdom, England, London, Camden Town. Canal barges next to Camden Market

Entrance to the Regents Canal, Limehouse, from London and it
931585 Entrance to the Regents Canal, Limehouse, from London and its Environs in the Nineteenth Century pub. Jones & Co. 1827-1829 (engraving) by Shepherd

The Great Northern Railway goods shed at the London terminus
5308396 The Great Northern Railway goods shed at the London terminus.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Great Northern Railway goods shed at the London terminus, designed by Lewis Cubitt)

An engraving depicting the gas works near the Regent's Canal, London. Engraving after a drawing by Thomas Homer
5310726 An engraving depicting the gas works near the Regent's Canal, London. Engraving after a drawing by Thomas Homer Shepherd (1792-1864) a British topographical watercolour artist

The Great Northern Railway goods shed at the London terminus
5308397 The Great Northern Railway goods shed at the London terminus.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Great Northern Railway goods shed at the London terminus, designed by Lewis Cubitt)

Regent's Canal, Little Venice, Maida Vale, London, England, UK

Word On The Water bookshop on Regents Canal, Kings Cross, London, England, UK

Regents Canal at Night
Long Exposure Photo of Regents Canal at night with lighted bridges reflecting the canal water. Night image. London, England

Word on the Water - a bookstore on a canal barge, Regents Canal, London, England

Regents Canal, London, England

Regents canal, Little venice, London, England, UK

"Venice in London", Paddington (colour litho)
5210921 " Venice in London", Paddington (colour litho) by Haslehust, Ernest William (1866-1949); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Venice in London", Paddington)

West Portal to Islington Tunnel, with a horse towing a barge along Regents Canal
6339909 West Portal to Islington Tunnel, with a horse towing a barge along Regents Canal by British School, (18th-19th century); (add.info.: West Portal to Islington Tunnel)

Barges and other boats at the City Basin (now City Road Basin, Islington), London, 1822
6339965 Barges and other boats at the City Basin (now City Road Basin, Islington), London, 1822 by British School, (18th-19th century); (add.info)

The Explosion on the Regents Canal (engraving)
1053162 The Explosion on the Regents Canal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Explosion on the Regents Canal)

Junction of the Regents Canal (engraving)
820555 Junction of the Regents Canal (engraving) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Limehouse Dock, Regents Canal, from London and it
931599 The Limehouse Dock, Regents Canal, from London and its Environs in the Nineteenth Century pub. Jones & Co. 1827-1829 (engraving) by Shepherd

Junction of the Regents Canal at Paddington, from London and it
931590 Junction of the Regents Canal at Paddington, from London and its Environs in the Nineteenth Century pub. Jones & Co

Regents Canal, the City Basin, London (coloured engraving)
585880 Regents Canal, the City Basin, London (coloured engraving) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864); Private Collection; (add.info.: Regents Canal, the City Basin)

Taking the Census (engraving)
605212 Taking the Census (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page from the Illustrated Times (published on 20 April 1861)

Park Village East in Regents Park (engraving)
605101 Park Village East in Regents Park (engraving) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864); Private Collection; (add.info.: Park Village East, Regents Park)

The double lock and east entrance to the Islington Tunnel (engraving)
605102 The double lock and east entrance to the Islington Tunnel (engraving) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mouth of the tunnel on the Regents Canal, Islington, London (engraving)
585889 Mouth of the tunnel on the Regents Canal, Islington, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mouth of the tunnel on the Regents Canal, Islington)

The Lights o London (colour litho)
557981 The Lights o London (colour litho) by Concanen, Alfred (1835-86); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lights o London. First performed at the Princesss Theatre, 10 September 1881)

South West View of Sadlers Wells and View of the Theatre in its former state
STC425169 South West View of Sadlers Wells and View of the Theatre in its former state, engraved by William Wise (fl.1790-1818), pub. Robert Wilkinson, London, 1814 (engraving) by Andrews, R.C

Explosion on the Regents Canal (engraving)
1589315 Explosion on the Regents Canal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Explosion on the Regents Canal)

Destructive Explosion (engraving)
1589312 Destructive Explosion (engraving) by Hind, Robert Neal (1817-79) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Destructive Explosion. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 10 October 1874)

West entrance to the tunnel, Regents Canal, Islington, London (coloured engraving)
585893 West entrance to the tunnel, Regents Canal, Islington, London (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: West entrance to the tunnel)

Entrance to the Regents Canal (engraving)
605104 Entrance to the Regents Canal (engraving) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864); Private Collection; (add.info.: Entrance to the Regents Canal, Limehouse)

Explosion on the Regents Canal (engraving)
605090 Explosion on the Regents Canal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page from the Illustrated London News (published on 20 October 1874)

Census (engraving)
2773404 Census (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Census. Illustration for the Illustrated Times)

City Basin on the Regents Canal. (engraving)
605103 City Basin on the Regents Canal. (engraving) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864); Private Collection; (add.info.: City Basin on the Regents Canal)

The explosion on the Regents Canal; North Gate Bridge as it was (engraving)
585879 The explosion on the Regents Canal; North Gate Bridge as it was (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Thames and its Tributaries (engraving)
5213472 The Thames and its Tributaries (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Thames and its Tributaries)

Not to be Disconcerted (engraving)
5237224 Not to be Disconcerted (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Not to be Disconcerted)

Macclesfield Bridge in Regents Park (coloured engraving)
960049 Macclesfield Bridge in Regents Park (coloured engraving) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Macclesfield Bridge in Regents Park, London)

Park Village East in Regents Park (coloured engraving)
960054 Park Village East in Regents Park (coloured engraving) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Park village East in Regents Park, London)

The Double Dock and East Entrance to the Islington Tunnel, Regents Canal
931598 The Double Dock and East Entrance to the Islington Tunnel, Regents Canal, from London and its Environs in the Nineteenth Century pub. Jones & Co

The explosion on the Regents Canal; The bridge an hour after the explosion (engraving)
585886 The explosion on the Regents Canal; The bridge an hour after the explosion (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The explosion on the Regents Canal; Residence of the park keeper after the explosion (photo)
585885 The explosion on the Regents Canal; Residence of the park keeper after the explosion (photo) by English Photographer

Gas works, near the Regents Canal (engraving)
582997 Gas works, near the Regents Canal (engraving) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gas works, near the Regents Canal)

Sketch Plan of the Hackney Brook, compiled by E. Bolus (litho)
XJF262735 Sketch Plan of the Hackney Brook, compiled by E. Bolus (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The British Expedition to Abyssinia (engraving)
1620674 The British Expedition to Abyssinia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The British Expedition to Abyssinia)

Scene of the Explosion on the Regents Canal, on Friday Morning, 2 October (engraving)
1589303 Scene of the Explosion on the Regents Canal, on Friday Morning, 2 October (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Gas Works, near the Regents Canal, from London and it
931619 Gas Works, near the Regents Canal, from London and its Environs in the Nineteenth Century pub. Jones & Co. 1827-1829 (engraving) by Shepherd

City Basin, Regents Canal, from London and it
931584 City Basin, Regents Canal, from London and its Environs in the Nineteenth Century pub. Jones & Co. 1827-1829 (engraving) by Shepherd

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"Exploring the Historic Regents Canal: A Journey through London's Waterways" Step back in time as we delve into the captivating history of Regents Canal, a hidden gem nestled within the bustling cityscape of London. This enchanting waterway has witnessed countless stories unfold since its grand entrance at Limehouse in 1828, beautifully captured by artist Frederick James Havell. As we navigate along this picturesque canal, we find ourselves immersed in the vibrant atmosphere of Camden Town. Here, colorful canal barges gracefully line up next to Camden Market, creating a charming scene that epitomizes the unique character of this lively neighborhood. Continuing our journey towards Kings Cross, an unexpected treasure awaits us - Word on the Water. This delightful bookstore housed on a canal barge offers book lovers and wanderers alike a truly magical experience amidst the tranquil waters of Regents Canal. Moving further westward, we arrive at Little Venice - a true oasis within London. The serene beauty of this area is reminiscent of its Italian namesake and provides visitors with an idyllic spot to unwind and soak in the peaceful ambiance. Regents Park proudly boasts another section of this remarkable waterway. Here, locals and tourists can enjoy leisurely strolls or bike rides along its banks while admiring stunning views across Europe's largest grassed public space. When night falls upon Regents Canal, it transforms into an ethereal wonderland. The shimmering reflections cast by streetlights dance upon its surface as if whispering secrets only known to those who dare venture out after dark. The West Portal to Islington Tunnel stands as a testament to both engineering marvels and hardworking horses that once towed barges along these historic waters. It serves as a reminder of how vital this canal was for trade and transportation during its heyday. In 1822 at City Basin (now City Road Basin), numerous barges and boats would gather for business endeavors or simply revel in the camaraderie of fellow waterway enthusiasts.