To function successfully, groups and charity's such as ours rely heavily on our members continued support by way of subscription. As a member if you are unsure on the status of your membership and/or renewal dates then please contact us by emailing at the address below.
In the past we have also raised much needed funds from events, exhibitions and the sale of our merchandise, therefore we are extremely thankful for the return of these events.
We always welcome new members and appreciate any donations, whether in memory of lost loved ones or towards a specific project. They are always gratefully received and go a long way to help us carry on with the legacy of the Isle Of Dogs History.
UK tax payers are able to gift aid a donation, raising an extra 25p to the £1.00 donated, the relevant form is available to download from the foot of this page. Or for a membership/gift aid form to be emailed or posted out to you; including our bank details, please email us at: foiht2014@gmail.com
We would like to take this opportunity to thank the volunteers, members and associates for your continued support. Without your dedication and hard work we would not be able to resource the many good projects and community events that has allowed FOIHT to prosper over the last 9 years. With your help we hope to continue with the ongoing good work and also actively encourage the next generation to get involved in their local history.
Many Thanks
Deborah Levett (Secretary)
There are still limited copies of 2023 calendar available, for all enquiries please contact our secretary at
foiht2014@gmail.com
‘WHEN THERE WAS A PUB ON EVERY CORNER’
The Isle of Dogs once had almost fifty public houses but only a handful survive today. ‘BOOZERS, BOMPERS & BRIDGERS’, a new book written by 5th generation ‘Islander’ and local historian Con Maloney, tells the story of the Island’s pubs and the community that used them.
Full of stories and memories and lavishly illustrated with over 300 photographs and maps, it’s a must for anyone interested in the history of public houses or the Isle of Dogs. This 200-page book is published by Friends of Island History Trust with all proceeds going to the Trust.
Actor and East End publican SIR IAN McKELLEN recommends the book, saying; ‘As the Isle of Dogs continues to be developed, it’s reassuring to be able to contact its history through this very well-researched book. It’s full of wonderful stories and memories.’
‘Boozers, Bompers & Bridgers’ - including signed copies - can be ordered from Friends of Island History Trust by emailing its Secretary Debbie Levett at: foiht2014@gmail.com for £15 plus £4 p&p. Signed copies are also available from Frontispiece Ltd, 58 Cannon Workshops, Cannon Drive, London E14 4AS. Nearest station West India Quay DLR station. Tel: 020 7363 6336 or email: info@frontispiece.co.uk
LINKS
Mick Lemmerman's Isle of Dogs Name and Address Database at http://www.isleofdogs.org.uk/addresses/search.php
Mike Seaborne's 1980s Website at http://www.80sislandphotos.org.uk
Frontispiece Ltd - Reg Beer at https://www.mapsandantiqueprints.com/
A 2018 joint project about the London Dock Workers between Friends Of Island History Trust, Digital Works and including The Oral History Project at https://www.thamesdockers.org.uk/