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Mounted Print : Ordnance Survey Map, Neepsend area of Sheffield, 1889 (Yorkshire sheet number 294. 3. 25)
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Ordnance Survey Map, Neepsend area of Sheffield, 1889 (Yorkshire sheet number 294. 3. 25)
Surveyed 1889. Reprinted 1891
This map features:
Top left: Neepsend Gas Works, Hallamshire Works [Hallamshire Steel and File Company], Bardwell Street, Manchester, Sheffield and Lincolnshire Railway, Neepsend Lane, Neepsend Tavern, Cook Street, Boyland Place, Boyland Street, Engine Shed, River Don, Gasometer (x2), Prince of Wales Public House.
Top right: Manchester, Sheffield and Lincolnshire Railway, Boyland Street, Engine Shed, Rutland Road, Corporation Yard, Neepsend Brick Works, Rutland Street, Stone Yard.
Bottom left: River Don, Neepsend Lane, Rutland Road, Cannon Brewery, Burton Road, Philadelphia Steel Works [possibly William and Samuel Butcher], Bacon Island, Rutland Works [Samuel Osborn and Co. Limited], Neepsend Bridge, School [Neepsend National School], Playground, Corn Inn, Artisan works, Rutland Hotel Public House, Timber Yard.
Bottom right: Manchester, Sheffield and Lincolnshire Railway, Rutland Road, Cannon Brewery, Burton Road, Rutland Terrace, Hicks Street, Bury Street, Burton Road Brewery [Strouts Brewery Co.], Haddon Street, Percy Street, Rutland Square, Bingley Street, Vicarage [St Michaels and All Angels, Neepsend], Smithy, Corporation Yard, Timber Yard, Platt Street, Timber Yard.
Dimensions of original: 77 x 102 cm.
Scale 10.56 feet : 1 mile [1:500].
From an original at Sheffield Libraries: q00037 (sheet number 294.3.25)
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10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Step back in time with our vintage Ordnance Survey Map from Media Storehouse. This beautifully detailed reproduction showcases the Neepsend area of Sheffield in 1889, as depicted in Yorkshire sheet number 294.3.25 from Sheffield City Archives. Surveyed in 1889 and reprinted in 1891, this map offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. Key landmarks include Neepsend Gas Works, Hallamshire Works (Hallamshire Steel and File Company), and the Manchester, Sheffield and Lincolnshire Railway. Ideal for history enthusiasts, collectors, or those with a connection to Sheffield, this mounted photo is a unique and captivating addition to any home or office decor.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 14.1cm (8" x 5.6")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases an Ordnance Survey Map of the Neepsend area in Sheffield, dating back to 1889. The map, with a Yorkshire sheet number of 294.3.25, was surveyed and reprinted in 1889 and 1891 respectively. The map provides a detailed glimpse into the historical landscape of Neepsend during that period. In the top left corner, notable landmarks such as the Neepsend Gas Works, Hallamshire Works (Hallamshire Steel and File Company), Bardwell Street, Manchester Sheffield and Lincolnshire Railway can be observed. Other features include Neepsend Lane, Neepsend Tavern, Cook Street, Boyland Place, Boyland Street, Engine Shed, River Don along with two gasometers and Prince of Wales Public House. Moving to the top right section of the map reveals additional points of interest like Rutland Road Corporation Yard and Engine Shed alongside Manchester Sheffield and Lincolnshire Railway tracks. The presence of Neepsend Brick Works and Stone Yard further adds to this industrial landscape. In the bottom left corner lies River Don flowing through Cannon Brewery area towards Bacon Island where Philadelphia Steel Works (possibly William and Samuel Butcher) operated. Notable establishments like Rutland Works (Samuel Osborn & Co. ), Corn Inn Pub, Artisan works are also marked on this part of the map. Lastly in the bottom right section we find Burton Road Brewery (Strouts Brewery Co. ), Bingley Street leading up to St Michaels & All Angels Vicarage along with various timber yards nearby. With dimensions measuring at 77 x 102 cm. , this impressive piece offers a scale ratio of 10.56 feet : 1 mile [1:500]. It is sourced from an original document held by Sheffield Libraries under reference q00037 (sheet number 294.3.25).
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