Stepney Gasworks The Archaeology and History of the Commercial Gas Light and Coke Company's Works at Harford Street, London E1, 1837-1946 |
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| Author:
| Francis, Antony |
| Series title: | MoLA Archaeology Studies Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-901992-94-6 |
| Publication Date: | Dec 2010 |
| Publisher: | Museum of London Archaeology Service
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $20.00 |
Book Description:
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The principal works of the Commercial Gas Company was set up in Stepney in the late 1830s and generated coal gas until the mid 20th century. As London expanded, the Stepney Works was transformed from a tiny site in an almost rural setting into a massive industrial complex packed with buildings. In 1864 it had the world's third largest gasholder.
The principal works of the Commercial Gas Company was set up in Stepney in the late 1830s and generated coal gas until the mid 20th century. As London expanded, the Stepney Works was transformed from a tiny site in an almost rural setting into a massive industrial complex packed with buildings. In 1864 it had the world's third largest gasholder.