Building From 1901 To 1962

Bow Library

One of many public libraries founded by John Passmore Edwards. Designed by S. B. Russell, it is a Grade II listed building and features the ornate 'Macullum' clock, which is named after a local philanthropist. After its opening, it soon proved to be too small and was extended. 1962 the library moved out to another extension in Stafford Road leaving this building as Vernon Hall. In 2002 it reopened as the first 'Ideas Store', offering adult education classes, library services and a café. The picture shows an original drawing for the library, although the cartouche plaque on the gable and the cupola were not included in the finished building.

Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk

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Bow Library

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Bow Library

{On the central plaque:} This stone was laid by J. Passmore Edwards Esq 19 Oc...

Vernon Hall

Vernon Hall Roman Road Formerly Bow Library from 1901 to 1962. Two thirds of ...

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Tom Thornton

Newspaper proprietor and campaigner. Born in Norwood. He became owner and editor of the Beckenham Journal, and used his influence in helping to establish the Croydon Road Recreation Ground. His pre...

Person, Commerce, Community / Clubs

1 memorial

Stoke Newington Literary Festival

From their website in 2022: "Since 2010, we’ve been celebrating the area’s radical and literary history with a festival that’s become one of the most eclectic, diverse and, frankly, FUN in the lite...

Event, Community / Clubs, Literature

1 memorial

Epsom and Ewell famous people

We have found another plaque in the same style erected under the name of 1937 - 1987 golden jubilee.

Group, Community / Clubs

1 memorial

Vernon Hall

It occupied the building that once was Bow Public Library. We can find find no further information about its function, nor who Vernon was.

Building, Community / Clubs

2 memorials

The Brentham Society

A registered charity. Established a year after Brentham Garden Suburb was designated a conservation area. It's aim is to encourage the preservation and improvement of the character of the suburb.

Group, Community / Clubs

1 memorial