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The Battersea Heritage Collection

A growing library of articles exploring the architecture, history, and personalities that shaped SW11.

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Origins
The Early History of Battersea
How the early history helps explain the formation of modern Battersea.
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Origins
From Rural Lands to SW11 Suburbia
How rural evolution helps explain the formation of modern Battersea.
III
Origins
The Great Estates of Battersea
How the great estates helps explain the formation of modern Battersea.
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Origins
The Meaning Behind the Name Battersea
How the name helps explain the formation of modern Battersea.
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Origins
The Building Boom in Battersea
How the building boom helps explain the formation of modern Battersea.
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Origins
The Impact of Turnpikes on Battersea
How early roads helps explain the formation of modern Battersea.
VII
Origins
The Agricultural Past of SW11
How farming history helps explain the formation of modern Battersea.
VIII
Origins
Victorian Speculation in Battersea
How building speculation helps explain the formation of modern Battersea.
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Origins
The Settling of SW11
How the settling of the area helps explain the formation of modern Battersea.
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Origins
The Early Foundations of Northcote Road
How early building helps explain the formation of modern Battersea.
XI
Infrastructure
The History of Clapham Junction
Roads and rails that shaped the district around Clapham Junction.
XII
Infrastructure
The Railway Impact on SW11
Roads and rails that shaped the district around the railways in Battersea.
XIII
Infrastructure
The Omnibus Routes of Battersea
Transport networks that shaped the district around Battersea.
XIV
Infrastructure
The Making of Northcote Road Infrastructure
Urban planning that shaped the district around Northcote Road.
XV
Infrastructure
Transport Hubs and Growth in Battersea
Roads and rails that shaped the district around Battersea.
XVI
Infrastructure
The Tramways of Early Battersea
Transport networks that shaped the district around Battersea.
XVII
Infrastructure
The Evolution of Battersea Park Road Traffic
Roads and rails that shaped the district around Battersea Park Road.
XVIII
Infrastructure
Connectivity and SW11 Property
Roads and rails that shaped the district around the local property market.
XIX
Infrastructure
The Impact of the Tube on Battersea
Roads and rails that shaped the district around the Underground.
XX
Infrastructure
Infrastructure and Battersea Architecture
Urban planning that shaped the district around Battersea.
XXI
Architecture
The Historic Houses of Battersea
A close read of the historic houses of Battersea and what it reveals about SW11 design.
XXII
Architecture
Victorian Terrace Housing in SW11
A close read of victorian terrace housing in SW11 and what it reveals about SW11 design.
XXIII
Architecture
Mansion Flats Design in Battersea
A close read of mansion flats design and what it reveals about SW11 design.
XXIV
Architecture
The Red Brick Suburbs of Battersea
A close read of the red brick suburbs and what it reveals about SW11 design.
XXV
Architecture
The Influence of Architects on Battersea
A close read of the architectural influence and what it reveals about SW11 design.
XXVI
Architecture
The Evolution of the Battersea Villa
A close read of the evolution of the Battersea villa and what it reveals about SW11 design.
XXVII
Architecture
Edwardian Facades in SW11
A close read of edwardian facades and what it reveals about SW11 design.
XXVIII
Architecture
The Mock-Tudor Revival in Battersea
A close read of the mock-tudor revival and what it reveals about SW11 design.
XXIX
Architecture
The Arts and Crafts Influence in SW11
A close read of the arts and crafts influence and what it reveals about SW11 design.
XXX
Architecture
Public Building Architecture in Battersea
A close read of public building architecture and what it reveals about SW11 design.
XXXI
Street
Northcote Road History
A street-level look at Northcote Road history and the making of Battersea's atmosphere.
XXXII
Street
Battersea Park Road History
A street-level look at Battersea Park Road history and the making of Battersea's atmosphere.
XXXIII
Street
The Charm of Battersea Avenues
A street-level look at avenues and the making of Battersea's atmosphere.
XXXIV
Street
The Making of SW11 Streets
A street-level look at SW11 streets and the making of Battersea's atmosphere.
XXXV
Street
The Character of Battersea Mews
A street-level look at mews and the making of Battersea's atmosphere.
XXXVI
Street
Exploring the Core of Battersea
A street-level look at the core of the area and the making of Battersea's atmosphere.
XXXVII
Street
Residential Life on Northcote Road
A street-level look at residential life on Northcote Road and the making of Battersea's atmosphere.
XXXVIII
Street
The Evolution of SW11 Terraces
A street-level look at terraces and the making of Battersea's atmosphere.
XXXIX
Street
The Story of Battersea Gardens
A street-level look at the gardens and the making of Battersea's atmosphere.
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Street
The Atmosphere of Battersea Roads
A street-level look at roads and the making of Battersea's atmosphere.
XLI
Institution
The History of Battersea Power Station
Why Battersea Power Station mattered to local life and wider London culture.
XLII
Institution
The Local Libraries of Battersea
Why local libraries mattered to local life and wider London culture.
XLIII
Institution
Community Centers of SW11
Why community centers mattered to local life and wider London culture.
XLIV
Institution
The Growth of Battersea Schools
Why schools of SW11 mattered to local life and wider London culture.
XLV
Institution
The Historic Pubs of Battersea
Why the historic pubs of SW11 mattered to local life and wider London culture.
XLVI
Institution
The Churches of Battersea
Why churches mattered to local life and wider London culture.
XLVII
Institution
The Fire Stations of SW11
Why fire stations mattered to local life and wider London culture.
XLVIII
Institution
The Development of Battersea Hospitals
Why hospitals mattered to local life and wider London culture.
XLIX
Institution
The Post Offices of Early Battersea
Why post offices mattered to local life and wider London culture.
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Institution
The Cultural Venues of Battersea
Why cultural venues mattered to local life and wider London culture.
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Culture
Famous Residents of Battersea
Famous residents of Battersea and the creative life that gave SW11 a larger public meaning.
LII
Culture
The Literary Life of SW11
The literary life of SW11 and the creative life that gave SW11 a larger public meaning.
LIII
Culture
The Artistic Legacy of Battersea
The artistic legacy of Battersea and the creative life that gave SW11 a larger public meaning.
LIV
Culture
Cultural Diversity in Modern Battersea
Cultural diversity in modern SW11 and the creative life that gave SW11 a larger public meaning.
LV
Culture
The Theatrical History of Battersea
The theatrical history of Battersea and the creative life that gave SW11 a larger public meaning.
LVI
Culture
Musical Heritage in SW11
Musical heritage in SW11 and the creative life that gave SW11 a larger public meaning.
LVII
Culture
Post-War Demographics in Battersea
Post-war demographics in Battersea and the creative life that gave SW11 a larger public meaning.
LVIII
Culture
The Cafe Culture of Northcote Road
The cafe culture of Northcote Road and the creative life that gave SW11 a larger public meaning.
LIX
Culture
How Battersea Found Its Voice
How Battersea found its voice and the creative life that gave SW11 a larger public meaning.
LX
Culture
Broadcasting and Media in Battersea
Broadcasting and media in Battersea and the creative life that gave SW11 a larger public meaning.
LXI
Domestic
Adapting the Battersea Home
How adapting the Battersea home connects domestic history to present-day refurbishment.
LXII
Domestic
Victorian Terraces and Modern Living in SW11
How victorian terraces connects domestic history to present-day refurbishment.
LXIII
Domestic
The Servants' Quarters of Battersea
How the servants' quarters connects domestic history to present-day refurbishment.
LXIV
Domestic
Rear Extensions in SW11
How rear extensions connects domestic history to present-day refurbishment.
LXV
Domestic
Converting Lofts in Battersea
How loft conversions connects domestic history to present-day refurbishment.
LXVI
Domestic
Kitchens in Edwardian Flats in SW11
How kitchens connects domestic history to present-day refurbishment.
LXVII
Domestic
Bathrooms and Heating in Battersea Homes
How bathrooms connects domestic history to present-day refurbishment.
LXVIII
Domestic
The Flow of the SW11 House
How the flow of the house connects domestic history to present-day refurbishment.
LXIX
Domestic
Restoring Original Features in Battersea
How restoring original features connects domestic history to present-day refurbishment.
LXX
Domestic
Open Plan Living in SW11 Blocks
How open plan living connects domestic history to present-day refurbishment.
LXXI
Planning
Battersea Conservation Areas Explained
What Battersea conservation areas means for owners, planners and heritage-led projects.
LXXII
Planning
Planning Rules for Battersea Facades
What planning rules for facades means for owners, planners and heritage-led projects.
LXXIII
Planning
Listed Buildings in SW11
What listed buildings in SW11 means for owners, planners and heritage-led projects.
LXXIV
Planning
Basement Extensions in Battersea
What basement extensions means for owners, planners and heritage-led projects.
LXXV
Planning
Rear Extensions and Setbacks in Battersea
What rear extensions means for owners, planners and heritage-led projects.
LXXVI
Planning
Protecting the SW11 Heritage
What protecting heritage means for owners, planners and heritage-led projects.
LXXVII
Planning
Trees and Boundaries in SW11 Planning
What trees and boundaries means for owners, planners and heritage-led projects.
LXXVIII
Planning
Roof Developments and Conservation in Battersea
What roof developments means for owners, planners and heritage-led projects.
LXXIX
Planning
Licences to Alter in SW11 Flats
What licences to alter means for owners, planners and heritage-led projects.
LXXX
Planning
Retrofit vs Heritage in Battersea
What retrofit vs heritage means for owners, planners and heritage-led projects.
LXXXI
Landscape
The Green Spaces of Battersea Park
The physical setting around Battersea Park and why it still matters.
LXXXII
Landscape
The Influence of Battersea Park on Battersea
The physical setting around Battersea Park and why it still matters.
LXXXIII
Landscape
The Planting of Street Trees in SW11
The physical setting around street trees in SW11 and why it still matters.
LXXXIV
Landscape
The Verges and Hedges of Battersea
The physical setting around verges and hedges and why it still matters.
LXXXV
Landscape
The Lost Rivers of SW11
The physical setting around the lost rivers of SW11 and why it still matters.
LXXXVI
Landscape
Ecology and Urban Wildlife in Battersea
The physical setting around ecology and urban wildlife and why it still matters.
LXXXVII
Landscape
Private Front Gardens in SW11
The physical setting around private front gardens and why it still matters.
LXXXVIII
Landscape
Public Squares in Battersea
The physical setting around public squares and why it still matters.
LXXXIX
Landscape
The Green Character of SW11
The physical setting around the green character and why it still matters.
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Landscape
How Low-Density Planning Shaped Battersea
The physical setting around low-density planning and why it still matters.
XCI
Guide
Why Buyers Love Battersea
Why buyers love Battersea in the wider story of Battersea's identity, housing and long-term appeal.
XCII
Guide
Battersea vs Neighbouring Districts
Battersea vs neighbouring districts in the wider story of Battersea's identity, housing and long-term appeal.
XCIII
Guide
The Property Market History of SW11
The property market history in the wider story of Battersea's identity, housing and long-term appeal.
XCIV
Guide
Guide to Renovating a Battersea Flat
Guide to renovating a Battersea flat in the wider story of Battersea's identity, housing and long-term appeal.
XCV
Guide
Guide to Renovating a Victorian Terrace in SW11
Guide to renovating a victorian terrace in the wider story of Battersea's identity, housing and long-term appeal.
XCVI
Guide
Best Streets for Family Homes in Battersea
Best streets for family homes in the wider story of Battersea's identity, housing and long-term appeal.
XCVII
Guide
The Appeal of SW11 Period Features
The appeal of SW11 period features in the wider story of Battersea's identity, housing and long-term appeal.
XCVIII
Guide
Understanding the Battersea Character
Understanding the local character in the wider story of Battersea's identity, housing and long-term appeal.
XCIX
Guide
The Future of Battersea Heritage
The future of Battersea heritage in the wider story of Battersea's identity, housing and long-term appeal.
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Guide
Why SW11 Maintains Its Value
Why SW11 maintains its value in the wider story of Battersea's identity, housing and long-term appeal.

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