Teddington Collection

Mass spectrometer, 1954
Mass spectrometer. Researchers adjusting the controls of a mass spectrometer. This is an all-metal demountable mass spectrometer

Teddington Lock, Teddington, London, near Ham, County of London, England. Date: 1910s

Pilot ACE computer, 1950
Pilot ACE computer. Control panel of the Automatic Computing Engine (ACE) pilot model. This was a preliminary version of the full ACE design

Bridge over the Thames near Teddington Lock, Teddington, near Richmond, Surrey, England, United Kingdom, Europe

A portrait of Barnes Wallis
on location at Teddington for the filming of The Dam Busters in 1954

Newark Abbey Thames Lighter at Teddington Canal Scene with Barges The Lock--Glowing effect of Sunlight. From Lord de Tableys Collection Newark Castle Newwark Abbey on the Vey

Teddington Lock, Teddington, Surrey, England, 28 / 6 / 10. Creator: Ethel Davies; Davies, Ethel
Teddington Lock, 28/6/10. Teddington Lock. These locks and weir mark the end of the tidal River Thames. This area is popular for leisure boating and cruising. Teddington, Surrey, England

NPL headquarters, 1906
NPL headquarters. Bushy House, the NPL (National Physical Laboratory) headquarters, not only contained numerous research laboratories but also was the venue of NPL staff garden parties

Ship testing tank, being filled with water from a hose pipe (bottom). This tank was used to test models of ships being developed by engineers

Client: Vanity Fair - location: Teddington - Striped white jersey and navy trousers - April 24, 1958 Date: 1958

River Thames, Teddington Lock

Broad Street, Teddington, early 1900s

Teddington Broad Street early 1900s

Teddington Lock, early 1900s

Teddington Lock River Thames early 1900s

River Thames at Teddington Lock, Middlesex - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Testing aeroplanes - The National Physical Laboratory
The British Air-Office: A Place of wind-towers, whirling-tables and gales made to order. The testing of aeroplanes at the National Physical Laboratory at Teddington

Photograph of Britannia PH, Teddington, Greater London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Face on view of the pub

The Restocking of the Thames with Salmon, placing Samlets in the River at Teddington, 23 April (b / w photo)
1593588 The Restocking of the Thames with Salmon, placing Samlets in the River at Teddington, 23 April (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Scenes on the Frozen Thames (engraving)
1590224 Scenes on the Frozen Thames (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scenes on the Frozen Thames)

Village Drill, the Teddington Volunteers (engraving)
2773561 Village Drill, the Teddington Volunteers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Village Drill, the Teddington Volunteers)

Celebrated Racehorses and Jockeys (engraving)
1601876 Celebrated Racehorses and Jockeys (engraving) by Prades, Alfred de (fl.c.1862-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: Celebrated Racehorses and Jockeys)

New Bridge over the Thames at Teddington (engraving)
1626416 New Bridge over the Thames at Teddington (engraving) by Watkins, Frank (fl.1859-94); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Bridge over the Thames at Teddington)

Epsom Races, Portraits of the Winners of the "Derby"and the "Oaks"(engraving)
1625653 Epsom Races, Portraits of the Winners of the " Derby" and the " Oaks" (engraving) by Herring, Benjamin (1830-71); Private Collection; (add.info.: Epsom Races)

The Beatles, Teddington TV Studios. Break during recording of music and comedy sequences for ABC-TVs `Big Night Out, Picture taken 23rd February 1964

Portrait of Isabelle Bell Franks. Creator: Thomas Gainsborough
Portrait of Isabelle Bell Franks. Isabellas parents belonged to one of the leading Jewish families in eigtheenth century London

NOISE POLLUTION TESTER
This man measures noise pollution - street traffic, excessively loud speakers, motor vehicles, machinery etc, at the National Physical Laboratory, Teddington. Date: 5 October 1932

Richmond upon Thames TW11 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Richmond upon Thames TW11 9

Richmond upon Thames TW11 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Richmond upon Thames TW11 8

Tewkesbury GL20 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Tewkesbury GL20 8

Blue Plaque, Teddington Studios, Surrey, England. Creator: Ethel Davies; Davies, Ethel
Plaque, Teddington Studios. Blue plaque outside Teddington Studios commemorating Benny Hill, comedian, one of the performers who had worked on the premises, Teddington, Surrey, England

The Weir on the River Thames, Teddington, Middlesex. Date: circa 1910s

Suffragette Arson Teddington. Suffragette militants were blamed for an arson attack on a railway train at Teddington, Middlesex on 26th April 1913

Watkinson Dingbat G-AFJA owned by E T Watkinson
Watkinson Dingbat, G-AFJA, owned by E.T. Watkinson at Teddington, Middlesex, in 1938. Date: 1938

Infrared spectrometer, 1954
Infrared spectrometer. Researcher using an infrared grating spectrometer. This is used to analyse the composition of chemicals by recording the wavelengths at which they absorb infrared radiation

Electric light bulb research
Electric light bulbs being tested to determine their lifespan. Photographed in the Light Division of the National Physical Laboratory, Teddington, UK

The River Thames at Teddington, London, 19th century

Teddington Bridge, London, 20th Century. Postcard from The Souvenir Album, Views of London And The River Thames, From London To Oxford, (London, 20th Century)

Teddington (1879). Moore, James 1819 - 1883. Date: 1879

Medusa at Teddington Lock 1938. Date: 1938

Boats moored at Toughs Yard, Teddington

View from precision balloon taken at Teddington from an ?
View from precision balloon taken at Teddington from an altitude of about 400ft. First published in the Sketch on 14 December 1904

Epsom Races: Teddington, the Winner of the Derby, Uk, Horse Racing, Equestrian, 1851 Engraving

THE LORD MAYORs VIEW OF THE THAMES: 1. Oxford. 2. River Cherwell. 3. Sandford Lock and Weir. 4. Drayton. 5. Abingdon. 6. Appleford. 7. Wallingford. 8. Shillingford Bridge. 9. Goring. 10

THE LORD MAYORs VIEW OF THE THAMES: 1. Oxford. 2. River Cherwell. 3. Sandford Lock and Weir. 4. Drayton. 5. Abingdon. 6. Appleford. 7. Wallingford. 8. Shillingford Bridge. 9. Goring. 10

Epsom Races: Teddington, the Winner of the Derby, Uk, Horse Racing, Equestrian, 1851 Engraving

Millimetre radio waveguide C016 / 6441
Millimetre radio waveguide. This metallic waveguide is used to guide and transmit radio waves with a wavelength in the millimetre band range (EHF, extermely high frequency)

Millimetre radio waveguides C016 / 6444
Millimetre radio waveguides. These metallic waveguides and comparison objects are used to guide and transmit radio waves with a wavelength in the millimetre band range (EHF)

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Teddington, a place steeped in history and innovation. From the iconic Mass spectrometer of 1954 to the picturesque Teddington Lock on the River Thames, this London suburb has it all. It was here that the groundbreaking Pilot ACE computer came to life in 1950, paving the way for modern computing as we know it. As you stroll across the bridge near Teddington Lock, you can't help but be captivated by its beauty and tranquility. The scene is reminiscent of a painting, with barges gently gliding along the Newark Abbey Thames Lighter canal. The lock itself seems to glow with an ethereal light, creating a mesmerizing sight. In this vibrant neighborhood stands NPL headquarters since 1906 - a hub of scientific excellence and discovery. Here lies the ship testing tank where engineers meticulously study propeller cavitation, pushing boundaries in marine technology. Teddington's connection to aviation is also notable; it proudly showcases a portrait of Barnes Wallis - an engineering genius behind inventions like bouncing bombs during World War II. This legacy extends further with references to Supermarine Spitfire aircraft from 1940. Stepping back in time takes us down Broad Street in early 1900s Teddington. A bustling thoroughfare filled with shops and people going about their daily lives; it serves as a reminder of how much this community has evolved over time while still retaining its charm. From scientific breakthroughs at NPL headquarters to serene moments by Teddington Lock on the River Thames, this captivating suburb offers something for everyone. Whether you're fascinated by history or simply seeking solace amidst nature's wonders, Teddington will leave an indelible mark on your heart and mind.