JOURNAL

“Stories of craft,

design and

London”

The Ransome + Jenkin Journal explores the world behind the frames.

From craftsmanship and materials to London’s neighbourhoods and optical culture, each article offers insight into the values that shape the brand.

Angel

Angel is a vibrant part of North London with many young people and students making it their home. It has evolved into a bustling central hub.

Brockley

Brockley is an interesting part of South East London. It definitely has its own character and a village vibe.  The rows of Victorian houses indicate it’s past, but today it has a unique creative community-focused atmosphere with leafy roads and a very artistic residential feel.

Hampstead Heath

Hampstead is the epicenter of the brand Ransome + Jenkin as it is where Lawrence’s family had their factory, Anglo American Optical which coincidently was directly opposite where Jack’s practice, Ransome Optical, is today.

Brixton

Brixton Village has its own unique character, evolving from a rather dangerous area in the 80s to now being gentrified and a really trendy place to live. The village market is well know for having over 100 independent market traders from over 50 different countries.

Bow

Bow in East London and has evolved into a very good location for living and proximity to the city. It is a very old part of London dating back to 12th century when a bridge was built over the River Lea with multiple arches.

Kensington

This affluent West London Village is known as the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea and one of the chicest London addresses with beautiful and elegant Victorian homes costing millions around leafy garden squares.