Let’s journey back in time to a place known as Erith. You stand before Erith Pier, the longest pier in London. Imagine the bustling life that once flowed through this spot in the 19th century. Day-trippers would arrive on Thames pleasure boats, or by rail, eager to enjoy the seaside charm of Erith. In those days, it was a haven for those seeking a break from city life, with its pier and nearby hotel offering hospitality to visitors. Erith even boasted an arboretum and extensive pleasure grounds to attract visitors. This town was once a small riverside port, rising to prominence when King Henry VIII decided to establish a naval dockyard there. His famous warship, Henri Grace à Dieu, was fitted out at Erith in 1515. Erith played a key role in the industrial era, with engineering becoming a vital industry, producing armaments and cables. Erith Iron Works was established in 1864 on a riverside site. The town also witnessed a gunpowder explosion in 1864, which serves as a reminder of the dangers that came with the industrial boom. It’s a place that witnessed change over the centuries, from its days as a small riverside settlement to its bustling industrial past and its current transformation into a modern environment.
Центральный дом работников искусств
Step through the grand wooden doors of the Central House of the Workers of Art, and you’ll be transported to