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The Thames and the Royal Victoria Gardens, Woolwich.

The Thames and the Royal Victoria Gardens, Woolwich.
The Thames and the Royal Victoria Gardens, Woolwich.
© National Maritime Museum, London
Repro ID: P27609
Description: Londoners relaxing in the Royal Victoria Gardens with the river in the background. Barges can be seen on the Thames. Historically the location of great Victorian fêtes and galas, the Gardens are still well looked after and popular with locals. There is a bowling green, childrens paddling pool and play area. A walk and cycle way runs parallel to the river.
Creator: Waldo McGillycuddy Eagar CBE.
Date: 1925
Credit line: National Maritime Museum, London. Eagar collection
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