Heritage Plaques

Islington’s Heritage Plaques showcase our culturally rich and colourful heritage by commemorating the significant people, places, and events in the borough. There are currently 102 plaques spread out on various sites across the borough. Search the full list of Heritage Plaques below and be inspired by some of the amazing people, places and events of Islington.

  • Industry & Commerce

Joseph Chamberlain (1836-1914)

Politician, Statesman and Businessman. 25 Highbury Place, N5.

A London County Council plaque. Unveiled in 1915.

William Caslon (1692-1766)

Typefounder. 21-23 Chiswell Street, EC1.

A London County Council plaque.

Peacock Inn (1564-1962)

Old Coaching Inn. 11 Islington High Street, N1.

A London Borough of Islington Plaque.

Sir Michael Sobell (1892-1993)

Philanthropist, whose foundation contributed to the building of the Sobell Leisure Centre. Hornsey Road, N7.

A London Borough of Islington plaque in conjunction with the Sobell Foundation. Unveiled in September 2010.

Charles Cruft (1852-1938

Dog show promoter. Ashurst Lodge, Highbury Grove, N5.

A London Borough of Islington plaque.

Charles Bowerman (1851-1947)

Veteran of the printing trade union movement. 4 Battledean Road, N5.

A London Borough of Islington plaque.