Lloyd's and Nelson

The Nelson Collection brings together an amazing assortment of valuable silverware, letters and other memorabilia associated with Horatio Nelson, the hero of Trafalgar. It is displayed in the centre of the Lloyd’s underwriting room.

Not only does this collection provide an insight into Nelson and his life at sea, it also serves as a reminder of what was a fairly dramatic period in history for Lloyd’s.

You can use this interactive tool to find out more about the famous naval battles, Nelson’s life and his links with Lloyd’s, and how each item in the exhibit fits into this exciting era.

The Nelson Collection is a display of prized artefacts, letters and valuable silverware.

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Lloyd's history

Lloyd's has a unique past, from its early days as a coffee house to historical events that changed the face of Lloyd's forever.

Royal visits to Lloyd's

King and Queen Open Lloyd's Building 

King George V and Queen Mary visit Lloyd's (1928)

A silent movie showing the monarchs visiting Lloyd's

 

The Queen Mother opens Lloyd's building (1957)

News reel of the Queen Mother and Princess Margaret visiting Lloyd's

Princess Margaret visiting the Lloyd's building 

Princess Margaret visits Lloyd's (1959)

News reel of the Princess visiting Lloyd's