Kingston upon Thames
Explore hidden histories, historic photos, and things you never knew about Kingston upon Thames from the collections and archives of Historic England.
Discover your local listed buildings and places
Introducing some of Kingston upon Thames' most historic sites, included in the National Heritage List for England. Some of these captions have been summarised by AI. Click through for the official List entry.
Clattern Bridge
Kingston upon Thames
Clattern Bridge, north-west of Guildhall, is a Grade I listed medieval multi-span bridge with impressive masonry and archaeological significance related to its Saxon origins.
Kingston Public Library, Museum and Art Gallery
Kingston upon Thames
Kingston library, 1903, and museum and art gallery, 1904, both designed by Alfred Cox, including the gate piers, boundary walls and early C19 coal post.
15 and 16 Market Place, Kingston upon Thames
Kingston upon Thames
Shop 1909, for Boots the Chemists by their architect M V Treleaven; extended 1929 by Percy J Bartlett. Sculpted figures probably by Gilbert Searle & Son.
Coronation Stone
Kingston upon Thames
An ancient sarsen stone, traditionally associated with a legend that seven Saxon kings were crowned upon it in Kingston in the C10.
Park Works: Fire watcher's post and former refuge and sta…
Kingston upon Thames
Former air raid refuge, canteen and staff facilities (1939-40) and associated fire watcher's post (1941), part of a factory block by A P Starkey for H D Symons and Co Ltd, specialist...
Former Cooper Cars Company workshop and showroom
Kingston upon Thames
Sports car workshop and showroom. Built c1958 for Charles Cooper to the designs of Richard Maddock on the site of his earlier garage. Second-storey draughtsman's office added c1960.
Church of St James
Kingston upon Thames
Church: 1931-33 by JE Newberry and CW Fowler in a restrained Perpendicular manner typical of the inter-war churches designed by the practice.
Former Lambeth Waterworks uncovered coalstore including t…
Kingston upon Thames
Built in 1851-2, Lambeth Waterworks' uncovered coalstore, designed by James Simpson, features Romanesque style and was later integrated into Kingston University.
Kingston upon Thames War Memorial
Kingston upon Thames
First World War memorial by Richard Goulden, unveiled on 11 November 1923, with Second World War additions.
Surrey County Hall, with lamp standards outside the south…
Kingston upon Thames
Surrey County Hall, built in 1890-1893 for Surrey County Council to designs by CH Howell, and enlarged in 1928-1930 and 1938 by ranges by E Vincent Harris, with additional rebuilding and...
Memorial Gates outside Church of All Saints
Kingston upon Thames
War memorial gates erected in 1924.
Kingston Hill War Memorial
Kingston upon Thames
War memorial in the form of a tall Portland stone cross set on a plinth.
Brick reservoir 300yds (270m) SW of Gallows Conduit, Coombe
Kingston upon Thames
Gallows Tamkin House is a historic conduit part of Hampton Court's water supply system, showcasing Tudor period engineering sophistication and group value with related conduit buildings.
Castle Hill earthwork, Chessington
Kingston upon Thames
The earthwork at Castle Hill, Chessington, is the remains of a medieval hunting lodge in Chessington Park, illustrating the hunting interests of the medieval nobility.
New Malden War Memorial
Kingston upon Thames
First World War memorial with later additions for the Second World War.
Old Malden War Memorial
Kingston upon Thames
War memorial in the form of a wooden aedicule, with a bronze crucifix and plaques affixed.
New Malden (URC) War Memorial
Kingston upon Thames
First World War memorial in the form of a tall stone cross on a plinth, with Second World War additions.
Kingston upon Thames through time
This timeline shows the first period of use for buildings and places on the National Heritage List for England, just one of the details recorded for every list entry. Click around to see how Kingston upon Thames changes over time.
Early medieval AD 410 to AD 1066
This period, often associated in England with Anglo-Saxons and Vikings, saw a reduction in urban living from the Roman period and increased migration from northern Europe.
Traces of this period can be found in cemeteries, particularly in artefacts and in some of the very early churches, as this period also saw the growth of Christianity in Britain.
Medieval AD 1066 to AD 1540
This period, sometimes known as the Middle Ages, began with the Norman invasion in AD 1066. It saw a significant rise in military and defensive buildings such as castles and earthworks, as well as religious houses dominating a largely agricultural landscape.
The monarchy and Church dominated the period, which also saw the break with the Roman Catholic Church and the English reformation.
Post medieval AD 1540 to AD 1901
The Post-Medieval period brought seismic changes to life in England, with religious reformation leading to the democratization of worship and the destruction of hundreds of religious houses.
In parallel, there was a huge expansion of scientific study and enlightenment that permanently altered the nation's social structure and landscape. Industrialization and mass production lead to wider global trade, emigration, and immigration.
20th century AD 1901 to AD 2000
The 20th century saw an incredible expansion of England's transport networks, with suburban growth shadowing rapid infrastructural expansion. The establishment of state schools, hospitals, and modern technical colleges, with new architectural styles, radically changed the appearance of towns and cities.
Two catastrophic world wars and the 1918 pandemic also brought unprecedented change, altering England's built environment and social structures forever.
Early medieval AD 410 to AD 1066
This period, often associated in England with Anglo-Saxons and Vikings, saw a reduction in urban living from the Roman period and increased migration from northern Europe.
Traces of this period can be found in cemeteries, particularly in artefacts and in some of the very early churches, as this period also saw the growth of Christianity in Britain.
Medieval AD 1066 to AD 1540
This period, sometimes known as the Middle Ages, began with the Norman invasion in AD 1066. It saw a significant rise in military and defensive buildings such as castles and earthworks, as well as religious houses dominating a largely agricultural landscape.
The monarchy and Church dominated the period, which also saw the break with the Roman Catholic Church and the English reformation.
Post medieval AD 1540 to AD 1901
The Post-Medieval period brought seismic changes to life in England, with religious reformation leading to the democratization of worship and the destruction of hundreds of religious houses.
In parallel, there was a huge expansion of scientific study and enlightenment that permanently altered the nation's social structure and landscape. Industrialization and mass production lead to wider global trade, emigration, and immigration.
20th century AD 1901 to AD 2000
The 20th century saw an incredible expansion of England's transport networks, with suburban growth shadowing rapid infrastructural expansion. The establishment of state schools, hospitals, and modern technical colleges, with new architectural styles, radically changed the appearance of towns and cities.
Two catastrophic world wars and the 1918 pandemic also brought unprecedented change, altering England's built environment and social structures forever.
Aerial photos of Kingston upon Thames
Aerial photography helps reveal secrets of England's changing landscapes that are impossible to see from the ground.
Kingston Upon Thames
The town and the River Thames, Kingston upon Thames, 1924
Kingston Upon Thames
All Saints' Church and the Market Place, Kingston Upon Thames, 1952
Tolworth
The Siebe Gorman Neptune Diving Equipment Works and environs, Tolworth, 1948
Tolworth
The Siebe Gorman Neptune Diving Equipment Works and environs, Tolworth, 1948
Ewell
Mortimer Crescent and Hogsmill River, Ewell, 1937
Ewell
Riverview Road and Hogsmill River, Ewell, 1937
Old Malden
Malden Homes at Percy Gardens, Old Malden, 1953
Old Malden
Malden Homes at Percy Gardens, Old Malden, 1953
New Malden
Springfield Mental Hospital Annexe and environs, New Malden, 1927
New Malden
Housing off Franks Avenue, New Malden, 1937
Kingston upon Thames in the Historic England Archive
The Historic England Archive cares for over 15 million images, dating from the 1850s to the present day. Discover stunning images of Kingston upon Thames' past.
Charles George Harper Collection
Ham, Richmond Upon Thames, Greater London Authority
Date created: 1892 - 1933
Exterior view of the Dysart Arms public house, with the inn sign in the foreground
Eric de Mare
Richmond, Richmond Upon Thames, Greater London Authority
Date created: 1945 - 1980
Interior detail view of an unidentified house in Richmond designed by David Dry, showing a staircase. See also AA98/07013-15, AA98/07017
John Gay Collection: London
Richmond Park, Kingston Upon Thames, Greater London Authority
Date created: Jan 1962 - May 1964
A herd of deer lie on the grass in the shade at Richmond Park.
John Gay Collection: Highgate and Hampstead
Kingston Upon Thames, Greater London Authority
Date created: 1966 - 1975
A detail view showing the curved steps leading from the driveway to the entrance to Weeton, 2 The Drive in Kingston upon Thames
John Gay Collection: Modern Architects
Kingston Upon Thames, Greater London Authority
Date created: 1966 - 1975
A view of the driveway, garage and front elevation of Weeton, 2 The Drive in Kingston upon Thames.
John Laing Collection
Kingston Upon Thames, Greater London Authority
Date created: 30 Nov 1983
The first floor foyer of Kingfisher Leisure Centre, with large plants in pots in the foreground
Nigel Temple Collection of Postcards of Parks and Gardens
Surbiton, Kingston Upon Thames, Greater London Authority
Date created: 1910 - 1940
GENERAL VIEW
Eric de Mare
Richmond, Richmond Upon Thames, Greater London Authority
Date created: 1945 - 1980
Exterior detail view of an unidentified house in Richmond designed by David Dry, showing the front door and the number 20.
John Gay Collection: London
Richmond Park, Kingston Upon Thames, Greater London Authority
Date created: Jan 1962 - May 1964
A herd of deer lie on the grass in the shade at Richmond Park.
John Gay Collection: Modern Architects
Kingston Upon Thames, Greater London Authority
Date created: 1966 - 1975
The front elevation of Weeton, 2 The Drive in Kingston upon Thames seen from the road and showing the house, driveway and double garage
John Laing Collection
Kingston Upon Thames, Greater London Authority
Date created: 15 Mar 1984
Looking over the swimming pool at Kingfisher Leisure Centre, showing the waterspout in the lagoon zone and acoustic absorbent panels suspended from...
Nigel Temple Collection of Postcards of Parks and Gardens
Kingston-Upon-Thames, Kingston Upon Thames, Greater London Authority
Date created: 1914 - 1919
GENERAL VIEW ON THE PROMENADE
Stories about heritage in your local area
Historic England publishes news, blogs, research, videos, and podcasts celebrating England's rich heritage. Discover the stories we have about Kingston upon Thames.
A Brief Introduction to the History of the Railway in England
Mentions Surbiton Station
Discover when the first steam train was invented in England, and when the world's first public railway opened in Stockton and Darlington in 1825.
Who Was the First King of England?
Mentions Coronation Stone
Athelstan (or Æthelstan), the Anglo-Saxon ruler, is considered the first King of England, who reigned from AD 924 to 939.
5 Things to Know About Coronations
Mentions Coronation Stone
Discover the history and heritage behind the ancient English coronation ceremony.
Hidden in Plain Sight: Evidence of the Second World War
Mentions Park Works: Fire watcher's post and former refuge and staff facilities
Discover the evidence of how the Second World War had an impact on urban, suburban and rural England which are hidden in plain sight.
Quaker Meeting Houses Assessed
Mentions Kingston upon Thames
The deliberate simplicity of the Quaker place of worship.
Kingston upon Thames' social history through photos
Over 10,000 images from the Historic England Archive have been specially selected and re-captioned for teachers, students, and anyone who wants to learn more about their local area.
Weeton, 2 The Drive, Kingston Upon Thames, Greater London
Period: 1960s (1960 - 1969)
A view from the driveway at Weeton, 2 The Drive in Kingston upon Thames looking towards the Sunbeam Alpine car in the garage and the front elevation...
Weeton, 2 The Drive, Kingston Upon Thames, Greater London
Waterfront at Kingston Upon Thames, London
Period: 1950s (1950 - 1959)
A perspective view of the waterfront at Kingston with jetties and boats on the bank of the river. A building advertises the hire of motor boats.
Waterfront at Kingston Upon Thames, London
Town Hall, Kingston-upon-Thames, London
Period: Victorian (1837 - 1901)
This grand building was purpose-built as a town hall in 1838-40 by Charles Henman the elder.
Town Hall, Kingston-upon-Thames, London
The Twickenham Ferry, Twickenham, London
Period: 1950s (1950 - 1959)
A man rowing the Twickenham ferry rowing boat towards the slipway. The photographer sits inside the boat opposite the man.
The Twickenham Ferry, Twickenham, London
Southborough Park Estate, Surbiton, Greater London
Period: Victorian (1837 - 1901)
General view showing houses on the Southborough Park Estate.
Southborough Park Estate, Surbiton, Greater London
Sculpture, London Road, Kingston upon Thames, London
Period: 1990s (1990 - 1999)
When the old K6 type telephone boxes were withdrawn the question of what to do with them plagued many councils.
Sculpture, London Road, Kingston upon Thames, London
Picton House, 52 High Street, Kingston upon Thames
Period: Stuart (1603 - 1713)
A relatively modest house built between the 1730s and 1750s with lavish internal plasterwork and panelling.
Picton House, 52 High Street, Kingston upon Thames
Odeon Cinema, High Street, Kingston Upon Thames, Greater London
Period: 1930s (1930 - 1938)
A view of the cinema decorated for George V's jubilee. Opened as an Odeon in 1933, this cinema closed in 1967 and became a bingo hall until 1987.
Odeon Cinema, High Street, Kingston Upon Thames, Greater London
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