The Sailors' Home at Gravesend

A 12x10 negative. A photograph taken looking south-by-east from Custom House Pier at Gravesend, showing the Sailors' Home and neighbouring buildings. The Custom House and part of the earthwork of New Tavern Fort are visible on the left. The hexagonal timber built custom lookout is prominent. Dried out on shore is a small open boat with raised bulwarks. Three young men are seated on a bench and facing the camera.

Object Details

ID: G958
Type: Glass plate negative
Display location: Not on display
Creator: F. C. Gould & Son
Date made: 1893-1910
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 254 mm x 304 mm