Above: Part of John Rocque’s map of 1746 showing Deptford Creek. Deptford Bridge is shown with an arrow. North of the bridge is shown the words 'Tide Mill' and south of the bridge is shown 'Water Mill'. For those who want to become familiar with the tributaries of the Thames, it can be rather confusing…
Old Deptford History explores the hidden secrets of this district of south east London located on the south bank of the River Thames.
Grove Street with a railway connection from the Deptford Wharf Branch. Pamlin. (Collection)
Evelyn Street, Deptford
Deptford, London 1930's.factory in the centre is J Stones Engineering Ltd. Most of the Terrace housing in the background has now gone, replaced in the 1970's with a council estate. At the top of the photo is St Lukes Church and to the right John Evelyn School, now demolished.
South London Club Card holders receive 10% off. Manze's is an independent pie & mash shop in Deptford, South London.
1938
Father and sons, all Chimney Sweeps, Deptford, 1936. The name on the second sidecar is "T Pearce". The family-run business "Pearce & Grandson Chimney Sweeps" exists today in Bromley and can trace its history back for more than 300 years.
The Broadway
Catwalk leading to the shops
July 1983
In the midst of life I woke to find myself living in an old house beside Brick Lane in the East End of London
While I was on holiday around the beginning of last month, I watched the first part of a BBC Two series 'The Secret History of Our Streets.' It was an interesting programme, but as I watched it there were some aspects that didn't quite ring true, as well as a few silly gaffes. Like many
Old Deptford History explores the hidden secrets of this district of south east London located on the south bank of the River Thames.
Little Nan's - Deptford Market Yard pioneers This week, Little Nan's bar opened a permanent home in Deptford Market Yard, becoming part...
