River Thames Collection

New Hydraulic Lift at the Victoria Docks, 1858. Creator: Walmsley
New Hydraulic Lift at the Victoria Docks, [London], 1858. The new graving-docks in connection with the Victoria Docks, the construction of which was commenced about two years back

Henley Regatta, c1896. Artist: Marsh Brothers
Henley Regatta, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

View of the west side of Tower Bridge, London, c1950
View of the west side of Tower Bridge, Stepney, London, c1950, from the beach at Tower Wharf, showing children playing. Barges pass along the river in the background

Isambard Kingdom Brunel Standing Before the Launching Chains of the Great Eastern, 1857, printed 1863-64

Albert Bridge and River Thames at night, Chelsea, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The filming of Dr Who - Daleks characters across the river from Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament. 1964

Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

England, Oxfordshire, Henley-on-Thames, Boathouses and Rowers on River Thames

Thames Barrier on River Thames and Canary Wharf in the background, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Folly Ditch, Jacobs Island, (c1878). Creator: Unknown
Folly Ditch, Jacobs Island, (c1878). Jacobs Island, a notorious slum on the south bank of the River Thames in Bermondsey, London, was made famous in Charles Dickenss novel Oliver Twist

Sunrise looking down the river Thames to Tower Bridge, the Shard and city, London, England, UK

View over the Thames from Richmond Hill, Richmond, Surrey, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Marlow, Buckinghamshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Richmond Bridge, River Thames, Richmond, London, England, UK

River Thames and Windsor Castle, Windsor, Berkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Henley on Thames, Bridge and River Boat, Oxfordshire, England

Tower Bridge, London, England, UK

Richmond upon Thames, Surrey, England

River Thames at Abingdon, Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Old Street Map of The Isle of Dogs and River Thames at Greenwich 1908
Detailed colour Street Plan of London from 1908 covering the area around The Isle of Dogs and The River Thames at Greenwich.The image has been remastered from Bartholomews Handy Atlas of London

Tower Bridge and HMS Belfast on the River Thames at dusk, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The Shard and Tower Bridge at night, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

London, The Shard and Tower Bridge
UK, England, London, River Thames, The Shard and Tower Bridge

UK, London, The City, Waterloo Bridge over River Thames
UK, London, The City and St. Pauls Cathedral, Waterloo Bridge over River Thames

St Pauls Cathedral and the Millennium Bridge, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Sunrise looking down the river Thames to Tower Bridge, London, England, UK

The Sharp Family, 1779-1781, (1942). Creator: Johan Zoffany
The Sharp Family, 1779-1781, (1942). Portrait of the musical and aptly named Sharps aboard their sailing barge Apollo on the River Thames at Fulham in London: Mary Lloyd-Baker (nee Sharp)

Agas Map of London, c1561. Sheet 10, showing part of Southwark, London Bridge, ships on the River Thames, part of the City of London and the Tower of London with its moat

Old pub on the River Thames, London, 1926-1927. An old tavern on the riverside at Limehouse. Illustration from Wonderful London, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, Volume I

HMS Belfast moored near Tower Bridge on the Thames, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Richmond Hill, London, 1875 (oil on canvas)
OJ8866 Richmond Hill, London, 1875 (oil on canvas) by Cole, George Vicat (1833-93); Private Collection; eAckermann Johnson; English, out of copyright

Richmond Hill View, Surrey, England, 28 / 6 / 10. Creator: Ethel Davies; Davies, Ethel
Richmond Hill View, 28/6/10. The famous view from Star and Garter Hill looking over the River Thames at Richmond, Surrey, England

Aerial view over River Thames, City of London, The Shard and Canary Wharf, London, England

An Exact Delineation of the cities of London and Westminster and the suburbs (engraving)
XJF2639696 An Exact Delineation of the cities of London and Westminster and the suburbs (engraving) by Faithorne, William (1616-91) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Tomblesons Panoramic Map of the Thames and Medway (engraving)
587722 Tomblesons Panoramic Map of the Thames and Medway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tomblesons Panoramic Map of the Thames and Medway)

Mortlake Terrace: Early Summer Morning, 1826 (oil on canvas)
3089827 Mortlake Terrace: Early Summer Morning, 1826 (oil on canvas) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851); Orleans House Gallery, Twickenham

Albert Bridge illuminated at night, London, England, UK

River Thames, Richmond, London, England, UK

Henley Bridge, Henley-on-Thames, London, 1803

View of London, 1926-1927. Artist: Captain Alfred G Buckham
View of London, 1926-1927. A biplane flies over the River Thames. Illustration from Wonderful London, volume I, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)

Millenium Wheel (London Eye) with Big Ben on the skyline beyond at sunset, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

UK, England, London, City of London, Skyline, including the Cheesegrater and Walkie-Talkie

Panorama of London, 1616 (engraving)
XOS1448854 Panorama of London, 1616 (engraving) by Visscher, Nicolaes (Claes) Jansz (1586-1652); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of London from South bank with its Tudor theatres)

UK, London, The City, Waterloo Bridge over River Thames
UK, London, The City and St. Pauls Cathedral, Waterloo Bridge over River Thames

Marlow Bridge crossing the river Thames, Marlow, Buckinghamshire, England, UK

Windsor, August 1928
A GWR Publicity view of Windsor and the River Thames in Berkshire, August 1928. A boat of holidaymakers and people on day trips are travelling along the river

The New Zealander, 1872. Creator: Gustave Doré
The New Zealander, 1872. A figure sits on the banks of the River Thames contemplating the downfall of the city. From, " LONDON. A Pilgrimage" by Gustave Dore and Blanchard Jerrold

Panorama of the City of London, 1710. Artist
Panorama of the City of London, 1710. View of the City of London from the south bank of the River Thames with the Royal arms in the top left and the City arms in the top right

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The River Thames, a majestic waterway that weaves through the heart of England, holds within its currents a rich tapestry of history and beauty. From Isambard Kingdom Brunel standing proudly before the launching chains of the Great Eastern to the boathouses and rowers dotting its shores in Henley-on-Thames, this iconic river has witnessed countless tales unfold. As one navigates downstream, they encounter the imposing Thames Barrier with Canary Wharf's towering skyline as its backdrop. A testament to human engineering prowess and resilience against nature's forces, it stands guard over London like a silent sentinel. When night falls, the Albert Bridge casts an enchanting glow upon the tranquil waters below. Chelsea comes alive under its ethereal radiance as the city lights dance upon the surface, creating a mesmerizing spectacle that captures hearts. Traveling back in time along Folly Ditch and Jacobs Island circa 1878 reveals glimpses into London's past. The streets whisper stories of bygone eras when life flowed alongside these very banks. At sunrise, as golden hues paint the sky above Tower Bridge and illuminate The Shard piercing through London's bustling cityscape, one cannot help but be captivated by this breathtaking panorama, and is a moment frozen in time where modernity meets tradition on this timeless river. Delving further into history unveils an old street map showcasing The Isle of Dogs and Greenwich along with an Agas Map from 1561 depicting ancient London. These relics transport us back centuries ago when explorers set sail from these very shores to chart new territories across distant seas. A glimpse into everyday life during 1926-1927 presents an old pub nestled beside River Thames - witness to laughter shared over pints amidst changing tides of time. Meanwhile, Marlow in Buckinghamshire beckons visitors with its idyllic charm; here lies another chapter waiting to be explored along this storied watercourse.