Mapping Tottenhams History

Tottenham was an ancient village first noted in written record in the Domesday Book (1086). It is now a richly diverse part of Greater London with a history of many different communities arriving and living here or moving through, indeed contemporary South Tottenham is reported to be the most ethnically-diverse area in Europe, with up to 300 languages being spoken by its residents.

Mapping Tottenham’s History aims to bring this heritage alive by producing a walking map, guided tours, exhibitions and this site, an on line photo archive This is so that people living in the area can feel more at home because they know more about the history of where they are living. It aims to give people confidence to walk in their neighbourhood and find ‘hidden’ places to enjoy in what could seem an overwhelming urban landscape.

This project started in 2015 and is being led and developed by volunteers. If you would like to get involved as a volunteer – leading walks, moderating and updating this site or following up research.

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