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Viewing 401 Child Records for Series: Early Photographic Print Collection: Dorset

Grey's Bridge crosses the River Frome west of Dorchester. It was built in 1748 for Laura, widow of George Pitt of Kingston Maurward. A plaque on parapet threatens transportation for life for anyone found guilty of wilfully damaging the bridge.

Date:
1880 - 1920
Location:
Grey's Bridge, London Road, Dorchester, West Dorset, Dorset
Reference:
OP10454
Type:
Photograph (Positive)

The former gatehouse to the infantry barracks was constructed between 1876-77. Here, two soldiers stand to attention beside the entrance.

Date:
1877 - 1900
Location:
The Keep Military Museum, Bridport Road, Dorchester, West Dorset, Dorset
Reference:
OP10455
Type:
Photograph (Positive)

Borough Gardens lie on the west side of Dorchester. They were laid out to a plan by William Goldring of Kew, and were opened to the public on 30th July 1896. The bandstand was donated in 1897 as a memorial to Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee.

Date:
1897 - 1905
Location:
Borough Gardens, Dorchester, West Dorset, Dorset
Reference:
OP10456
Type:
Photograph (Positive)

Borough Gardens lie on the west side of Dorchester. They were laid out to a plan by William Goldring of Kew, and were opened to the public on 30th July 1896. The bandstand was donated in 1897 as a memorial to Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee.

Date:
1897 - 1905
Location:
Borough Gardens, Dorchester, West Dorset, Dorset
Reference:
OP10457
Type:
Photograph (Positive)

A view north-west along over Castletown and along Chesil Beach. Chesil Beach is a natural feature which forms part of Dorset's Jurassic Coast.

Date:
1860 - 1900
Location:
Portland, Castletown, Weymouth And Portland, Dorset
Reference:
OP10458
Type:
Photograph (Positive)

Children around the mill pond in Church Hill. The present watermill dates from 1754, but an earlier building may have been on this site.

Date:
1860 - 1900
Location:
Church Hill, Swanage, Purbeck, Dorset
Reference:
OP10459
Type:
Photograph (Positive)

The vaulted north porch of Christchurch Priory. The church of the Augustinian priory was founded around 1150.

Date:
1860 - 1900
Location:
Christchurch Priory, Church Street, Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Reference:
OP10460
Type:
Photograph (Positive)

The 14th century carved stone Jesse Reredos in the quire depicts the genealogical tree of Christ rising from Jesse. In the Epiphany panel, the infant Jesus is depicted with Mary, Joseph and the Three Kings bearing gifts.

Date:
1860 - 1900
Location:
Christchurch Priory, Church Street, Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Reference:
OP10461
Type:
Photograph (Positive)

Corfe Castle sits in the gap in the Purbeck Hills and was built as a defence against sea attacks. Much of the village at its base was built using stone from the now ruined castle.

Date:
1860 - 1900
Location:
Corfe Castle, Purbeck, Dorset
Reference:
OP10462
Type:
Photograph (Positive)

The Outer Gatehouse at Corfe Castle. The bridge in the foreground links the castle to the village, and was constructed in the 12th or 13th century.

Date:
1860 - 1900
Location:
Corfe Castle, Purbeck, Dorset
Reference:
OP10463
Type:
Photograph (Positive)

Bala Bridge (Pont Tryweryn) crossing the River Dee, Wales

Date:
1860 - 1900
Reference:
OP10464
Type:
Photograph (Positive)

Llanywchllyn Bridge (Ty Newydd), Wales

Date:
1860 - 1900
Reference:
OP10465
Type:
Photograph (Positive)

Christchurch Priory and the Constable's House viewed from the bridge over the River Avon. The church of the Augustinian priory was founded around 1150.

Date:
1860 - 1900
Location:
Christchurch Priory, Church Street, Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Reference:
OP10466
Type:
Photograph (Positive)

A view through the Outer Gateway towards the Keep at Corfe Castle. The castle sits in a commanding position in the gap in the Purbeck Hills and was built as a defence against sea attacks

Date:
1860 - 1900
Location:
Corfe Castle, Purbeck, Dorset
Reference:
OP10467
Type:
Photograph (Positive)

St. Michael's Church, Llan Ffestiniog, Wales

Date:
1860 - 1900
Reference:
OP10468
Type:
Photograph (Positive)

An unidentified stone chapel with a bell turret, thought to be located in Wales

Date:
1860 - 1900
Reference:
OP10469
Type:
Photograph (Positive)

A view between trees across the Pleasure Gardens. The Pleasure Gardens developed as a public space in the mid-19th century, and by the end of the century they had become a popular place to walk.

Date:
1870 - 1900
Location:
Pleasure Gardens, Bournemouth
Reference:
OP10470
Type:
Photograph (Positive)

A view showing bathing machines on Bournemouth beach. A steamer sits st the pier behind. The ornate clock tower and entrance to Bournemouth pier were constructed in 1878.

Date:
1878 - 1900
Location:
East Cliff Promenade, Bournemouth
Reference:
OP10471
Type:
Photograph (Positive)

An elevated view across the Pleasure Gardens towards the sea, showing the spires of several Bournemouth churches

Date:
1891 - 1900
Location:
Pleasure Gardens, Bournemouth
Reference:
OP10472
Type:
Photograph (Positive)

A view of an unidentified wooded chine, probably in the parish of Bournemouth

Date:
1870 - 1900
Location:
BOURNEMOUTH
Reference:
OP10473
Type:
Photograph (Positive)