Designed by Edward Cresy (architect, 1792–1858). In the days before telephones, the service provided by the local brigade was not known for its rapid response. If there were a fire, the address of the man who had the key had to be found on a notice board, and while he was being fetched, neighbours would try to summon members of the brigade. The building is now a private residence.
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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Clapham fire station
The Lodge, built 1868. Clapham fire station 1868 - 1902. The Clapham Society
First mentioned in 1842. It occupies the site of the former Christopher Inn. On its northern side it still retains the red brick fronts of several 18th century houses. It has since returned to its ...
Club for the American forces in the UK during WW2. Also known as the American Red Cross Club. This is where those "oversexed, overpaid and over here" GIs hung out. From British History online: The...
We can find no information but assume this is/was a group created to protect the heritage of St John's Wood.
A long-running squat. News of evictions prompted some interviews with residents. In 2013 Brixton Blog reported: "Many are professional artists; others work in jobs ranging from retail to community ...
The association's home page has "To manage and maintain, within the resources of the association, an adequate day to day advice and advocacy service." The company overview says it was incorporate...
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