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Eggborough Power Station JLP01_08_075183a
Filename: jlp01_08_075183a.jpg
Size: 6645 x 5276 (7.2MB)
Date: 4th November 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive. Joh
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
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Eggborough Power Station JLP01_08_075183a
EGGBOROUGH POWER STATION, A19, EGGBOROUGH, SELBY, NORTH YORKSHIRE. A view of Eggborough Power Station from the south-west, showing a front-loader tractor working in the field in the foreground.
This image was catalogued as part of the Breaking New Ground Project in partnership with the John Laing Charitable Trust in 2019-20
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 24021595
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1960s Agriculture Chimney Development Industrial Industry Machinery Power Power Station Coal Fired
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the iconic Eggborough Power Station in all its grandeur. Located in North Yorkshire, this industrial marvel stands tall against the picturesque backdrop of A19 and Eggborough. The power station's chimney dominates the skyline, symbolizing progress and development. In the foreground, a front-loader tractor diligently works in the field, emphasizing the harmonious coexistence between industry and agriculture. This juxtaposition showcases how modern machinery has seamlessly integrated into traditional farming practices. The image is part of Historic England's Breaking New Ground Project, undertaken in collaboration with the John Laing Charitable Trust during 2019-20. It serves as a testament to their commitment to preserving and celebrating our rich industrial heritage. Dating back to the 1960s, Eggborough Power Station represents an era when coal-fired power plants were at their peak. Its presence not only provided essential electricity but also played a significant role in shaping local communities and economies. As we admire this photograph today, let us reflect on how far we have come since then. It reminds us of our reliance on power generation for progress while urging us to explore cleaner alternatives for a sustainable future.
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