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In 1858 the stench of the Thames overwhelmed London. The ‘Great Stink’ brought the city to its knees. The solution changed its landscape forever.

The Historic England Archive holds collections of photographs that document 20th century architecture, including the innovative Modernist style.

The John Laing collection provides a unique insight into the origins of iconic British buildings and the human effort that went into building them.

This exploration looks at five shopping centres built by the Laing company, back when they were a favourite leisure destination for many people.

Discover photos of English cities, towns and villages from the Architectural Red Box Collection.

Our collection of aerial photographs contains over 4 million images, covering the whole of England.

Use our free or paid-for services to find photos. You can also visit the Historic England Archive and Library in Swindon to do your own research.