Original description by George Birch in 1894
It is by this name that is known the tract, stretching from Hyde Park Corner to Queen’s Gate, which is kept apart for the sole use of equestrians. Parallel with Rotten Row is “The Drive”, which extends along the same distance. On a fine day this is one of the most characteristic sights of London. In the season the “Drive” and “Row” are thronged from 11 to 1, and again from 5 to 7, with fashionably dressed people riding, driving, walking or seated on chairs provided at a cost of one penny. On Sunday mornings, after Church, crowds of Ladies and Gentlemen promenade here, forming what is known as the “Church Parade”.
Other observations
Geolocation
Subject at centre of picture: TQ 281 798
Camera position: TQ 283 798
Camera height: first floor?
View direction: W
View angle: ??° approx.
Focal length (35mm equiv): ??mm approx.
Nearest similar geograph
Not quite the same line; camera much lower.
Technical information
See here.