Oxford, Oxfordshire

Oxford, Oxfordshire

Photograph taken 1884 © Reproduced by permission of Oxfordshire County Council ref: HT02723

A group of workmen constructing a new cut between the River Cherwell and River Thames outside the city.

Location

Oxfordshire Oxford

Period

Victorian (1837 - 1901)

Themes

The annual Eton boating regatta on the River Thames at Windsor, with the castle buildings on the hillside in the background. The event was instituted to commemorate a visit of George III (1760-1820) and held on his birthday, 4th June.

Transport - Water

Tags

transport construction canal people men work worker clothing victorian (1837 - 1901)