Author Archives: John

Brixton Brewery – welcome to Loughborough Junction

Posted on August 20, 2018 by John

Newly ensconsed in a large industrial unit on Milkwood Road, Brixton’s favourite brewers Brixton Brewery. The Brixton Pale Ale is my new favourite.   https://www.brixtonbrewery.com/  

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A history of 200 Coldharbour Lane – now home to Harbour Cycles

Posted on July 30, 2018 by John

On February 14th 2014, Harbour Cycles opened at 200 Coldharbour Lane, the latest in a long line of businesses occupying these premises for just over 150 years. In early 1860’s the railways arrived at what became known as Loughborough Junction.  … Continue reading →

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Joiners Arms Yard by Edward Arthur Phipson

Posted on June 30, 2018 by John

This painting by Edward Arthur Phipson was painted in 1922 and is part of the Southwark Council Art Collection https://heritage.southwark.gov.uk    

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Last Train From Denmark Hill by Thomas Bucci

Posted on May 2, 2018 by John

This painting is titled Last Train From Denmark Hill and was painted by Thomas Bucci. Thomas painted it I assume during a visit to London  which is undated. You can check out all his work via his website: https://thomasbucci.com

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Three views of London from Denmark Hill

Posted on April 30, 2018 by John

This undated painting titled A Panoramic View of London from Denmark Hill is by Alexander Nasmyth and is in the Hackney Council collection. Nasmyth  died in Edinburgh on April 10, 1840 This engraving titled A South View of the Cities … Continue reading →

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The Street Art around Loughborough Junction

Posted on March 25, 2018 by John

Always interesting is all the street / shop fascia art you can see around Loughborough Junction. By far the most prolific artist is Morganico, whose work can be seen in a number of places. Joels & Barneys Cafe, Loughborough Junction … Continue reading →

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Lizzie Parry

Posted on February 28, 2018 by John

Two pieces by Lizzie Parry.  www.lizzieparry.net Ruskin Park: coloured pencil on paper Ruskin Park: pastel on paper A couple of examples of Lizzie’s work which has number of Camberwell/Peckham  related pieces . Well worth a look.  

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Coldharbour Lane: names before numbers

Posted on January 31, 2018 by John

Before street numbering began in the 1870’s blocks of buildings had individual names. Today you can still see this on a number of terraces that still exist. This is Dover Terrace which runs from 171 Coldharbour Lane, the Dover Castle … Continue reading →

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Changing the Pickup, Coldharbour Lane by A.E.R.Larking

Posted on November 30, 2017 by John

This painting from the Southwark Council Art Collection was painted in 1947

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George Arthur Roberts, soldier, firefighter, Londoner and Trinidadian

Posted on October 15, 2017 by John

On 11th September, 2016, a blue plaque was unveiled on the Samuel Lewis Trust estate on Warner Road. Photo: Loughborough-Junction blog It was put up to celebrate the life of  George Roberts. He was born in Trinidad on August 1st, 1890. … Continue reading →

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