The tomb of Tom Sayers, Britain's last bare knuckle champion, in Highgate Cemetery

Date:
17 Oct 2010
Location:
Highgate Cemetery, Camden, Greater London Authority
Reference:
PLA01/03/1303
Type:
Photograph (Digital)
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Description

Tom Sayers (1826-1865) was Britain's final bare knuckle champion before the Queensbury Rules were enforced in 1867. His grave is guarded by a statue of his mastiff, Lion. This photograph was published on page 19 of 'Played in London' by Simon Inglis.

Content

This is part of the Series: PLA01/03 Played in London; within the Collection: PLA01 Played in Britain Collection

Rights

© Historic England Archive

People & Organisations

Photographer: Inglis, Simon

Keywords

Victorian Tomb