London Docks in the 1960s

Relive the bustling London Docks of the 1960s through rare, historic images.

Step back in time to the final decade of traditional cargo handling in London's vibrant docklands. Mark Lee Inman's photographs capture the iconic Pool of London, the Royal Docks, and the journey down to Tilbury. Witness famous shipping companies like P&O, unchanged cargo methods, and the last glimpses of veteran ships from bygone eras. See passenger ships still gracing the Royal Docks.

This unique collection showcases a pivotal moment before containerization transformed the landscape. Each image is accompanied by detailed technical information, including vessel build dates, tonnage, ownership, and historical significance. A must-have for maritime history enthusiasts and anyone captivated by London's rich past.

Mark Lee Inman spent his childhood and teenage years in south Wales, able to watch the movements of ships in and out of Swansea docks. Thus the passion for ships and photographing developed. Later he read geography at Queen Mary College, University of London. This proximity to London’s docks made it an ideal location to continue and develop his passion for ships.