THIS IS UNUSUAL
PAINT-A-BOX STREET ART ON THOMAS HILL IN WATERFORD [AUGUST 2021]
When I visited Waterford in 2021 I used a Sony A7RIV which allowed GeoTagging which has useful in this instance as I could not remember where this example of paint-a-box street art was located, And to be honest I do not recall ever seeing this utility cabinet or any even remotely similar.
Thomas Hill is a historically significant street and area in Waterford City, Ireland. Its history is closely tied to an important figure from the 12th century, and the streetscape today retains notable architectural character.
Historical Significance: The name Thomas Hill is connected to the foundation of a church by King Henry II in 1171, which was dedicated to St Thomas the Martyr (Thomas à Becket).
Origin of the Name: The church was founded by King Henry II outside the walls of Waterford following his arrival in Ireland in 1171, as a testimony of regret for the murder of Thomas à Becket, the Archbishop of Canterbury, in 1170.
St Thomas Church: The church, reputed to be the oldest in Waterford, was later documented on an 1871 Ordnance Survey map as being on Thomas Hill, described as "Thomas' Grave Yard" and "Church (Remains of)."
Demolition: The church, which had stood since about 1210 AD, was demolished in 1967.
Architectural and Residential Area: Thomas Hill, along with Thomas Street, leads up towards Ballybricken from O'Connell Street in the city centre. The area is characterised by its residential buildings, some of which are protected structures.
Protected Structures: Buildings like No. 22 and No. 23 Thomas Hill date from around c. 1850 and are listed as Protected Structures due to their architectural interest and contribution to the historic character of the streetscape. These particular houses were built over three-storeys.
Housing and Development: Properties in the area, such as No. 11 Thomas Hill, are noted as spacious four-bedroom terraced family homes. Refurbishment work has been proposed for vacant properties on the street to provide Social Housing apartments.
Historic Context: Census records exist for Thomas's Hill from the 1821 Census. Architectural surveys confirm houses on the street, and on Thomas Hill Terrace, dating to the 19th century.
Thomas Hill is located in a central city location in Waterford, making it within easy walking distance of city centre retail and amenities. It is situated adjacent to:
Ballybricken
Thomas Street
O'Connell Street
The Quays
When I visited Waterford in 2021 I used a Sony A7RIV which allowed GeoTagging which has useful in this instance as I could not remember where this example of paint-a-box street art was located, And to be honest I do not recall ever seeing this utility cabinet or any even remotely similar.
Thomas Hill is a historically significant street and area in Waterford City, Ireland. Its history is closely tied to an important figure from the 12th century, and the streetscape today retains notable architectural character.
Historical Significance: The name Thomas Hill is connected to the foundation of a church by King Henry II in 1171, which was dedicated to St Thomas the Martyr (Thomas à Becket).
Origin of the Name: The church was founded by King Henry II outside the walls of Waterford following his arrival in Ireland in 1171, as a testimony of regret for the murder of Thomas à Becket, the Archbishop of Canterbury, in 1170.
St Thomas Church: The church, reputed to be the oldest in Waterford, was later documented on an 1871 Ordnance Survey map as being on Thomas Hill, described as "Thomas' Grave Yard" and "Church (Remains of)."
Demolition: The church, which had stood since about 1210 AD, was demolished in 1967.
Architectural and Residential Area: Thomas Hill, along with Thomas Street, leads up towards Ballybricken from O'Connell Street in the city centre. The area is characterised by its residential buildings, some of which are protected structures.
Protected Structures: Buildings like No. 22 and No. 23 Thomas Hill date from around c. 1850 and are listed as Protected Structures due to their architectural interest and contribution to the historic character of the streetscape. These particular houses were built over three-storeys.
Housing and Development: Properties in the area, such as No. 11 Thomas Hill, are noted as spacious four-bedroom terraced family homes. Refurbishment work has been proposed for vacant properties on the street to provide Social Housing apartments.
Historic Context: Census records exist for Thomas's Hill from the 1821 Census. Architectural surveys confirm houses on the street, and on Thomas Hill Terrace, dating to the 19th century.
Thomas Hill is located in a central city location in Waterford, making it within easy walking distance of city centre retail and amenities. It is situated adjacent to:
Ballybricken
Thomas Street
O'Connell Street
The Quays