Walton on Thames

The centre of Walton on Thames is based on the historic road junction of Church Street and Bridge Street.

Walton-on-Thames, Church Street, 1899
Reproduced courtesy of The Francis Frith Collection

The area also includes the historic parish church of St. Mary, which dates from the 12th century, and parts of Bridge Street and Thames Street where much small-scale development remains and enhances the local character. Like Thames Ditton, Walton is a riverside settlement that turns its back to the nearby river Thames.

Walton-on-Thames, the Church 1908. (Neg. 60045x) © Copyright The Francis Frith Collection 2007. http://www.francisfrith.com

Walton-on-Thames, the Church, 1908
Reproduced courtesy of The Francis Frith Collection

Between the river and the town centre there are buildings of note including the old Manor House that dates from between 1430 and 1460.

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The Manor House of Walton Leigh, photographed in 1859
Photographic Survey and Record of Surrey no. 8508

John Bradshaw, the Lord President, who was responsible for the trials of King Charles I, at one time occupied it.

Burwood Park, the home of Sir John Frederick
Burwood Park, home of Sir John Frederick, by John Hassell, 1823
Surrey History Centre ref. 4348/4/30/4

The riverside buildings are mostly of the 19th century and River House, the Anglers Public House and the boathouse are familiar landmarks on the Thames. They all contribute to the character of this part of Walton. Thames Cottage has associations with the Walton-Halliford Ferry, which operated between 1700 and 1750.