Southwark Bridge Road Collection

Southwark SE1 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Southwark SE1 0

The Prince and Princess of Wales at the Evelina Hospital for Sick Children, Southwark Bridge Road (engraving)
1596563 The Prince and Princess of Wales at the Evelina Hospital for Sick Children, Southwark Bridge Road (engraving) by Wilson

London fires; Lookout at the Central Fire Brigade Station, Southwark Bridge Road (engraving)
608799 London fires; Lookout at the Central Fire Brigade Station, Southwark Bridge Road (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

London Fires, Look-Out at the Central Fire Brigade Station, Southwark Bridge-Road (engraving)
1594709 London Fires, Look-Out at the Central Fire Brigade Station, Southwark Bridge-Road (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London Fires)

City of London EC4R 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of City of London EC4R 1

Firemen aboard a fire engine, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1929. Firefighters with brass helmets pose on a turntable ladder vehicle

Crew in breathing apparatus, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1934. Fire engine with ladder and fire hose visable

Firemen aboard a foam tender, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1929
Firemen aboard a foam tender, Cannon Street Fire Station, London, 1929. Firemen with brass helmets sit aboard a vehicle equipped with a hose and large drum containing foam

Fireman using a hose, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1910
Fireman on a training exercise using a hose, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1910. Firemen in brass helmets demonstrating motor fire escape vehicle ladder and first aid spray

Firemen aboard a motor fire escape vehicle, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1909. Firefighters in brass helmets sit on a fire engine equipped with a removable ladder which could be

Firemen demonstrating hoses worked by a petrol motor pump, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, 1909
Firemen demonstrating hoses worked by a petrol motor pump through top windows onto the courtyard, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1909

Firemen in brass helmets aboard a motor hose tender, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1909. Moustached firemen pose on a vehicle; one is ringing the bell

Firemen demonstrating motor steamer hoses, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1910. Firefighters in brass helmets demonstrate the use of hoses

Firemen aboard a motor steamer, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1909. Firefighters with moustaches and brass helmets sit aboard a fire engine

Firemen demonstrating the magirus ladder, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1910. A fireman perches at the top of an extendable ladder

Firemen demonstrating a horse-drawm escape vehicle, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1910
Uniformed firemen demonstrating a horse-drawn escape vehicle in courtyard, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1910. Ropes, extendable fire escape and fire bell visable

Demonstrating how to pick up an unconscious person, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1910
Firemen demonstrating how to pick up an unconscious person, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1910. Firefighters practise techniques for rescuing people overcome by smoke

Firemen carrying out scaling ladder drill, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, 1910
Uniformed firemen carrying out scaling ladder drill in courtyard, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, 1910. Firefighters practise using ladders

London Fire Brigade Headquarters, Southwark, London, 1911
Exterior of old London Fire Brigade Headquarters, Southwark, London, 1911. Eastern fac ade of the Victorian Gothic building, seen from the north

London Fire Brigade Headquarters, seen from the street, Southwark, London, (c1900-c1935?)
Exterior of old London Fire Brigade Headquarters, seen from the street, Southwark, London, (c1900-c1935?). Fire station with tower which was used for pracise; the headquarters were built in 1877

Toll houses on Southwark Bridge, London, 1827. Artist: John Chessell Buckler
Toll houses on Southwark Bridge, London, 1827. Also showing Southwark Bridge Road

Entrance to Thrales brewhouse (later Berkeley Perkins brewery), Southwark, London, c1820. Depicts Anchor Brewery in Park Street, Southwark

London fires, 1887. Lookout at the Central London Fire Brigade Station, Southwark Bridge Boad. A print from The Illustrated London News, 19th Febuary 1887

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"Exploring the Rich History of Southwark Bridge Road: From Shakespeare's Globe Theatre to London Fires" Southwark Bridge Road, located in the heart of London, is a street that holds a captivating history. One notable landmark along this road is none other than Shakespeare's Globe Theatre. In 2006, an exquisite ink and gouache painting captured the essence of this iconic theater, reminding us of its enduring legacy. But Southwark Bridge Road has witnessed more than just theatrical brilliance and has also been witness to moments of compassion and resilience. An engraving depicts the Prince and Princess of Wales visiting the Evelina Hospital for Sick Children on this very road, showcasing their dedication towards improving healthcare for young ones. However, not all memories are joyful ones. Engravings from different eras depict lookout points at the Central Fire Brigade Station on Southwark Bridge Road during devastating London fires. These images serve as a reminder of both the bravery and challenges faced by firefighters in protecting lives and property. Maps highlighting Southwark SE1 0 and City of London EC4R 1 further emphasize how this road connects various parts of the city together—a bustling thoroughfare where people from all walks of life converge. The historical photographs capture scenes from within London Fire Brigade Headquarters—firefighters aboard fire engines or foam tenders, crews donning breathing apparatuses or utilizing hoses—all depicting their unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives amidst raging infernos. As we traverse through time along Southwark Bridge Road, we uncover stories that intertwine artistry with tragedy; tales that showcase both grandeur and human resilience. This street stands as a testament to our collective heritage—a place where culture thrives alongside acts of heroism—and reminds us why it remains an integral part of London's tapestry even today.