Comments on: The Last Derelict House In Spitalfields

By: Graham Dale

Graham Dale — Sat, 21 Jan 2023 13:38:12 +0000

Lived here in 1963 /1964 when I was an art student at st martins school of art on Charing Cross Road
More students from there lived in Fournier Street
At the time they were industrial premises and i should not have lived there ,but the top floor and one below were ideal as a art studio
It was a cold winter and there was a small coal fire for heating
Looking at the photographs,the condition has deteriorated somewhat over the years compared to what it was then
There were shutters on the inside of the windows , and a feeling of living in premises so old and original,but with an air of mystery
The street was so quiet at night as most houses at the time were industrial property
After a party we once played football on Fournier street at 2 am in the morning and disturbed nobody
The area came to life early in the morning at 4 am as Spitalfields Market came to life and being something different in London, you could get a drink at that time in a local pub that was open for the workers
This whole area should be a conservation and renovation project, to maintain its architectural heritage for future generations , especially with a most wonderful church close by as a centerpiece

By: James Buchanan

James Buchanan — Sat, 19 May 2018 22:43:48 +0000

I was interested to find that I had a relation with the name of Abraham Lincolne who was born in Wilkes Street in 1765, the Christ Church register describe his father and namesake as a weaver. Abraham Lincolne senior who was born in Norwich where there was a community Of Huguenot clothworkers. Abraham’s elder sister and mother died, his father re-married and moved to Norton Folgate. I was a student at the London College of Furniture and worked for some time as an upholsterer, so I have some sympathy with this district where my Georgian forbears toiled from dawn to dusk, it is intriguing to find the buildings so well preserved and cared for.

By: Ashen

Ashen — Tue, 15 May 2018 12:20:06 +0000

A wonderful project for someone with imagination, and the funds that go with it. Wish it was me ☼

By: Alex Piddington-Bishop

Alex Piddington-Bishop — Tue, 15 May 2018 11:12:12 +0000

Having been to visit with wires friends at Dennis Severs House yesterday, I have become very interested in the good work of the The Spitalfields Trust. The wonderful buildings are an important part of of history and heritage. I really support the work to the true and its commitment of the area. I have many found memories as a child being taken to Spitalfields as a child by my mother whom has been a great influence on appreciation of great design and buildings.

By: Jo Turner

Jo Turner — Tue, 15 May 2018 10:52:28 +0000

What an incredible opportunity for the right person…hope someone with the resources and a knack for restoration finds it. How would someone find out more? Do you know which company has it listed? Many thanks!

By: VANDA HUMAN

VANDA HUMAN — Tue, 15 May 2018 05:10:53 +0000

If only I lived in the UK and had the money I would purchase this house in an instant. I hope someone buy and restores it to its former glory.

By: redandblackmanthinks

redandblackmanthinks — Mon, 14 May 2018 20:02:00 +0000

Wow. I really hope that someone with a sympathetic eye and deep pockets takes it on. Amazing photos, and I really envy you having the opportunity to have a look around.

By: Geoff Stocker

Geoff Stocker — Mon, 14 May 2018 16:12:18 +0000

Just keep going back to look at the photos seems to stir something in a lost memory and makes the hairs on the back of my neck stand up . I am sure I am not alone in this.

By: Bailey Jones

Bailey Jones — Mon, 14 May 2018 16:10:21 +0000

Ah..if only.

By: Fay Cattini

Fay Cattini — Mon, 14 May 2018 15:42:10 +0000

Over the years I have complained about this house being allowed to deteriorate – shame on the owner! It has been empty for so many years, I can’t remember how many – 20, 30? I’m surprised that the Spitalfields Trust did not do something to force him to either sell or restore the house.