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"Woolwich: A Historic Borough on the Banks of the Thames" Discover the rich history and diverse attractions of Woolwich

Background imageWoolwich Collection: The Reinforcements for Canada, shipping Horses on Board the Calcutta at Woolwich by the Hydraulic

The Reinforcements for Canada, shipping Horses on Board the Calcutta at Woolwich by the Hydraulic Crane (engraving)
1620103 The Reinforcements for Canada, shipping Horses on Board the Calcutta at Woolwich by the Hydraulic Crane (engraving) by English School

Background imageWoolwich Collection: A Detachment of the Royal Artillery leaving Woolwich for the Gold Coast (engraving)

A Detachment of the Royal Artillery leaving Woolwich for the Gold Coast (engraving)
1621075 A Detachment of the Royal Artillery leaving Woolwich for the Gold Coast (engraving) by Robinson, Charles (1840-81); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Wreck of the Thames Steam Boat Metis, at Woolwich (engraving)

Wreck of the Thames Steam Boat Metis, at Woolwich (engraving)
1620570 Wreck of the Thames Steam Boat Metis, at Woolwich (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wreck of the Thames Steam Boat Metis, at Woolwich)

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Girls making Cartridges for Enfield Rifles at the Royal Arsenal, Woolwich (engraving)

Girls making Cartridges for Enfield Rifles at the Royal Arsenal, Woolwich (engraving)
1620410 Girls making Cartridges for Enfield Rifles at the Royal Arsenal, Woolwich (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Shipping Guns for India at Woolwich (engraving)

Shipping Guns for India at Woolwich (engraving)
1621744 Shipping Guns for India at Woolwich (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shipping Guns for India at Woolwich)

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Firing the 111-Ton Gun at Woolwich (engraving)

Firing the 111-Ton Gun at Woolwich (engraving)
1594995 Firing the 111-Ton Gun at Woolwich (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Firing the 111-Ton Gun at Woolwich, the Largest Gun in Existence)

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Deck of the Convict Ship at Woolwich (engraving)

Deck of the Convict Ship at Woolwich (engraving)
1594156 Deck of the Convict Ship at Woolwich (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Deck of the Convict Ship at Woolwich)

Background imageWoolwich Collection: The Old Marine Barracks, Woolwich (engraving)

The Old Marine Barracks, Woolwich (engraving)
1594155 The Old Marine Barracks, Woolwich (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Old Marine Barracks, Woolwich)

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Launch of Her Majestys Armour-Plated Screw-Frigate Caledonia, 31 Guns, at Woolwich

Launch of Her Majestys Armour-Plated Screw-Frigate Caledonia, 31 Guns, at Woolwich, Yesterday Week (engraving)
1587909 Launch of Her Majestys Armour-Plated Screw-Frigate Caledonia, 31 Guns, at Woolwich, Yesterday Week (engraving) by Weedon

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Review of Royal Horse Artillery and Field Batteries at Woolwich, by the Duke of Cambridge

Review of Royal Horse Artillery and Field Batteries at Woolwich, by the Duke of Cambridge
1612502 Review of Royal Horse Artillery and Field Batteries at Woolwich, by the Duke of Cambridge, in the Presence of the Grand Duke Michael of Russia (engraving) by Skill

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Launch of the Screw Line-of-Battle Ship 'Anson'at Woolwich (engraving)

Launch of the Screw Line-of-Battle Ship "Anson"at Woolwich (engraving)
1612450 Launch of the Screw Line-of-Battle Ship " Anson" at Woolwich (engraving) by Weedon, Edwin (1819-79); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageWoolwich Collection: The Annual Ball of Non-Commissioned Officers at the Royal Artillery Schools, Woolwich (engraving)

The Annual Ball of Non-Commissioned Officers at the Royal Artillery Schools, Woolwich (engraving)
1609691 The Annual Ball of Non-Commissioned Officers at the Royal Artillery Schools, Woolwich (engraving) by English School

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Iron Ship fitting at the Royal Dockyard, Woolwich (engraving)

Iron Ship fitting at the Royal Dockyard, Woolwich (engraving)
1607836 Iron Ship fitting at the Royal Dockyard, Woolwich (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Iron Ship fitting at the Royal Dockyard, Woolwich)

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Royal Military Academy, Woolwich (colour photo)

Royal Military Academy, Woolwich (colour photo)
3094782 Royal Military Academy, Woolwich (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Royal Military Academy, Woolwich)

Background imageWoolwich Collection: War Preparations (litho)

War Preparations (litho)
1043157 War Preparations (litho) by Spence, Percy F.S. (1868-1933) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: War Preparations)

Background imageWoolwich Collection: The Moncrieff Seven-Ton Gun Carriage (engraving)

The Moncrieff Seven-Ton Gun Carriage (engraving)
1057142 The Moncrieff Seven-Ton Gun Carriage (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Moncrieff Seven-Ton Gun Carriage)

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Prince Louis Napoleon at Woolwich, a Sketching Party (engraving)

Prince Louis Napoleon at Woolwich, a Sketching Party (engraving)
1058965 Prince Louis Napoleon at Woolwich, a Sketching Party (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Prince Louis Napoleon at Woolwich, a Sketching Party)

Background imageWoolwich Collection: The Bursting of the 38-Ton 'Thunderer'Gun at Woolwich (engraving)

The Bursting of the 38-Ton "Thunderer"Gun at Woolwich (engraving)
1045233 The Bursting of the 38-Ton " Thunderer" Gun at Woolwich (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Cadet Life at Woolwich, the Riding School (engraving)

Cadet Life at Woolwich, the Riding School (engraving)
1058953 Cadet Life at Woolwich, the Riding School (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cadet Life at Woolwich, the Riding School)

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Lieutenant Frederick Nicolson, RA (engraving)

Lieutenant Frederick Nicolson, RA (engraving)
1058882 Lieutenant Frederick Nicolson, RA (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lieutenant Frederick Nicolson, RA)

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Learning to Sound the Bugle, a Class of Trumpeters from the Artillery Barracks at Woolwich

Learning to Sound the Bugle, a Class of Trumpeters from the Artillery Barracks at Woolwich practising the Bugle-Calls
1062764 Learning to Sound the Bugle, a Class of Trumpeters from the Artillery Barracks at Woolwich practising the Bugle-Calls on Blackheath (engraving) by Dadd

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Fire at the Royal Military Academy, Woolwich (engraving)

Fire at the Royal Military Academy, Woolwich (engraving)
1105172 Fire at the Royal Military Academy, Woolwich (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fire at the Royal Military Academy, Woolwich)

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Departure of the Emperor of Russia, the Embarkation at Woolwich (engraving)

Departure of the Emperor of Russia, the Embarkation at Woolwich (engraving)
1101272 Departure of the Emperor of Russia, the Embarkation at Woolwich (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Departure of the Emperor of Russia)

Background imageWoolwich Collection: A Trip to the Nore in a Cycle-Boat (colour litho)

A Trip to the Nore in a Cycle-Boat (colour litho)
1040900 A Trip to the Nore in a Cycle-Boat (colour litho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Trip to the Nore in a Cycle-Boat)

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Visit of the Grand Duke Constantine to Woolwich (engraving)

Visit of the Grand Duke Constantine to Woolwich (engraving)
1095962 Visit of the Grand Duke Constantine to Woolwich (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Visit of the Grand Duke Constantine to Woolwich)

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Picture taken at Number 56 (Woolwich) Squadron - air Training Corps

Picture taken at Number 56 (Woolwich) Squadron - air Training Corps. Picture shows Sir William Mitchell on Sunday morning 18th October 1942 on the front parade of the Royal Artillery Barracks

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Woolwich Market, South London, and a queue for oranges and other fruit and vegetables

Woolwich Market, South London, and a queue for oranges and other fruit and vegetables. Picture taken 17th January 1945

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Bombardier Derek Shipley of the Royal Artillery Motorcycle Display Team seen here

Bombardier Derek Shipley of the Royal Artillery Motorcycle Display Team seen here travelling thorough the tunnel of flames during a practice session before the start of the teams summer season of

Background imageWoolwich Collection: World Record Motor Cycle Body Jump By Royal Artillery. Sergeant Major, Gled Hill, Bem

World Record Motor Cycle Body Jump By Royal Artillery. Sergeant Major, Gled Hill, Bem, beats the world record by clearing 41 men. In an army barracks at Woolwich, London. 5th June 1971

Background imageWoolwich Collection: View of the interior of the new military chapel in Woolwich, London

View of the interior of the new military chapel in Woolwich, London. Sadly the church was hit by a V-1 flying bomb in 1944 and largely destroyed by fire. Date: 1863

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Exterior of the Royal Marine Barrack s, Woolwich, London designed by J

Exterior of the Royal Marine Barrack s, Woolwich, London designed by J. T Crew in with junction with Sir W. Denison costing 100, 000. Date: 1848

Background imageWoolwich Collection: HMS Warspite at Woolwich

HMS Warspite at Woolwich
HMS Warspite, the Marine Societys Training Ship in the River Thames at Woolwich, London. The Marine Society was founded in 1756 because of a shortage of volunteers for the British navy

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Embarkation of Her Majesty, 1842. Creator: Unknown

Embarkation of Her Majesty, 1842. Creator: Unknown
Embarkation of Her Majesty, 1842. Queen Victoria descending steps to the Admiralty barge before boarding the Royal George, River Thames, London. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Woolwich Dock Landing Place, Her Majestys Arrival, week ending Saturday, September 3

Woolwich Dock Landing Place, Her Majestys Arrival, week ending Saturday, September 3, 1842. Queen Victoria at Woolwich on the River Thames in London

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Embarkation of Her Majesty, at Woolwich, 1844. Creator: Ebenezer Landells

Embarkation of Her Majesty, at Woolwich, 1844. Creator: Ebenezer Landells
Embarkation of Her Majesty, at Woolwich, 1844. Her Majesty [Queen Victoria], Prince Albert, and the Princess Royal, embanked at Woolwich Dockyard on Monday morning

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Parade of Cadets in the Stone Court, 1844. Creator: Unknown

Parade of Cadets in the Stone Court, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Parade of Cadets in the Stone Court, 1844. Soldiers at the Royal Military Academy in Wooolwich, south-east London, outside the Gothic Dining Hall, with its elegant colonnade

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Cadets, in the New Appointments, 1844. Creator: Unknown

Cadets, in the New Appointments, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Cadets, in the New Appointments, 1844. Soldiers at the Royal Military Academy in Wooolwich, south-east London: Gentleman Cadets

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Launch of the 'Boscawen'at Woolwich, 1844. Creator: Unknown

Launch of the "Boscawen"at Woolwich, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Launch of the " Boscawen" at Woolwich, 1844. Crowds cheer as the warship HMS Boscawen is launched on the River Thames in London:ranges of seats

Background imageWoolwich Collection: The Examination in the Dining-Hall, 1844. Creator: Unknown

The Examination in the Dining-Hall, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The Examination in the Dining-Hall, 1844. Soldiers sitting exams at the Royal Military Academy in Wooolwich, south-east London: Tuesday, the 18th of June

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Trumpeter Gritten and Trumpeter Lang at Woolwich, 1856. Creator: Cundall & Howlett

Trumpeter Gritten and Trumpeter Lang at Woolwich, 1856. Creator: Cundall & Howlett
Trumpeter Gritten and Trumpeter Lang at Woolwich, 1856

Background imageWoolwich Collection: New railway carriage 1847

New railway carriage 1847
Sketch to show the improved railway carriage, construction by Adam of Fair Fields Works, for the North Woolwich Branch, with interiors for the first and second class compartments. Date: 1847

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Manufacture of War materials at Woolwich Arsenal 1877

Manufacture of War materials at Woolwich Arsenal 1877
Series of illustrations at Woolwich Arsenal, London, Harvey torpedoes being made by her Majestys Government to fabricate the artillery and ammunition for land and sea service. Date: 1877

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Convict Ship at Woolwich 1846

Convict Ship at Woolwich 1846
Convict Ship, docked at Woolwich in London and capable of holding 600 men. Date: 1846

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Onboard the prison ship The Warrior

Onboard the prison ship The Warrior
Interior of the convict ship The Warrior in Woolwich, London. Date: 1846

Background imageWoolwich Collection: Launch of HMS Caledonia 1862

Launch of HMS Caledonia 1862
Launch of Her Majestys armour-plated screw-frigate HMS Caledonia at Woolwich Date: 24 October 1862

Background imageWoolwich Collection: WOOLWICH BARRACKS

WOOLWICH BARRACKS
An illustration of the Woolwich Barracks, with two canons in the foreground. Date: ca1905

Background imageWoolwich Collection: RUNNING AT WOOLWICH 1867

RUNNING AT WOOLWICH 1867
Running at Woolwich via a rather hazardous looking ditch. Date: 1867

Background imageWoolwich Collection: HIGH JUMP 1850

HIGH JUMP 1850
Athletic games at the Royal Military Academy, Woolwich : the Running High Jump Date: 1850



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"Woolwich: A Historic Borough on the Banks of the Thames" Discover the rich history and diverse attractions of Woolwich, a captivating borough located near Greenwich in London, England. From iconic landmarks to significant historical sites, this area offers something for everyone. Immerse yourself in industrial heritage at the Tate & Lyle Refinery, where you can witness the fascinating process behind sugar production. Marvel at the engineering marvel that is The Thames Flood Barrier, standing tall against potential flooding and protecting London from its powerful tides. Step back in time with a visit to Woolwich Barracks, once home to brave soldiers who served their country with honor. Explore its storied past and gain insight into military life throughout centuries. Admire the intricate London arms and seals adorning various buildings around town, showcasing pride in local identity and tradition. Pay homage to firefighters' bravery at LCC-LFB Woolwich fire station or witness resilience amidst adversity at Hare Street's aftermath of a fire. Transport yourself further back as you explore historic photographs capturing Woolwich Barracks circa 1905. Delve into nostalgia as you discover images of early days from one of London's most renowned football clubs - Woolwich Arsenal Team - igniting passion among sports enthusiasts even then. Unleash your creativity by visiting an engineering workshop model that showcases innovation and craftsmanship. Or join football fanatics on a journey through time with Chelsea F. C. 's thrilling match against Woolwich Arsenal in 1907 – an event etched forever in sporting history. And finally, remember that even amidst all these remarkable sights lies room for humor – "Why the long face?" Perhaps it's just another day filled with excitement awaiting visitors like you. Intriguingly blending history, culture, sport, industry, and natural beauty along the banks of River Thames; come experience all that makes Woolwich truly special.