The Clapham Society Local History Series
This is a series of articles, containing research by our members and other material not otherwise readily accessible, relating to the history of Clapham. New articles are added from time to time.
For the index to ARTICLES, click here.
Our Green Plaques
In 2011 we initiated a scheme to commemorate with green plaques interesting buildings in Clapham which have changed their use since they were built.
For Details of the Scheme and the history of the buildings awarded a Green Plaque, click here.
Help with Historical Research
We like to help serious enquirers, but cannot undertake private family history research. We do however aim to provide resources and guidance on where relevant records may be found – see below. Further guidance can be found on the websites of genealogical and family history organisations. If reference to these does not answer your questions, we will try to answer any further enquiry you send us (see contact us).
Publications
Publications currently available from us are listed on the publication page.
For the architectural development of Clapham, the most comprehensive guide is the Society’s The Buildings of Clapham, published in 2000. Now out of print, copies will be found in libraries.
Privacy
Writing for The Clapham Society. By submitting an article, both members and non-members are agreeing to our Privacy Policy.
Please read our Privacy Policy before contacting us.
Local Archives
Lambeth Archives https://www.lambeth.gov.uk/libraries-0/lambeth-archives
Lambeth Landmark picture site/Boroughphotographs https://boroughphotos.org/lambeth
Wandsworth local history library https://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/leisure-and-culture/local-history-and-heritage/local-history-and-heritage-at-battersea-library
The London Archives https://www.thelondonarchives.org
National Archives https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk
The Underground Map https://www.theundergroundmap.com
Mapco https://mapco.net/london.htm
The Genealogists https://www.thegenealogist.co.uk
Lloyd survey 1910 https://www.exploreyourgenealogy.co.uk/the-1910-valuation-survey-1143
Lambeth Local History Forum https://www.lambethlocalhistoryforum.org.uk
Wandsworth Historical Society https://www.wandsworthhistory.org.uk
The Brixton Society https://www.brixtonsociety.org.uk
Battersea Society https://www.streathamsociety.org.uk
Streatham Society https://www.streathamsociety.org.uk Original records relating to the Clapham area are divided between these local archives:
Publications Officer: Alyson Wilson, 22 Crescent Grove, London SW4 7AH
07971 305003 history@claphamsociety.com