History of the River - Surge Cooperative

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History of the River - Surge Cooperative

Channelsea River, 1900. Newham Local Studies Library and Archive
Channelsea and Abbey Mills. Newham Archives

These historic photos of vessels moored on the Channelsea River show how much the area has changed, and how boats were once a regular site, making use of the many wharves that were thriving all along the riverside.