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Tinsley cooling towers, Sheffield
Tinsley cooling towers being demolished. These towers were built in 1938 as part of the Blackburn Meadows power station and stood over 75 metres tall. The power station was closed down in 1970, but the towers were left standing as they were very close to a busy road bridge. The towers were finally demolished on 24th August 2008. Photographed in Sheffield, UK
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2008 24 08 2008 24th August August Blackburn Meadows Power Station Building Collapse Collapsing Concrete Cooling Tower Dark Debris Decommissioned Demolished Demolition Destroyed Destroying Destruction Disused Dust Energy Engineering Evening Falling Land Mark Landmarks Night Salt And Pepper Pots Sheffield South Yorkshire Tinsley Cooling Towers Unused Demolishing
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Discover the captivating world of jigsaw puzzles with Media Storehouse's impressive collection. Feast your eyes on this intricately detailed puzzle featuring the iconic Tinsley cooling towers of Sheffield, captured in their historic moment before demolition. This stunning photograph, sourced from Science Photo Library, showcases the grandeur of these structures that once stood tall at over 75 metres. Engage in a challenging and rewarding puzzle experience, perfect for all ages and skill levels. Immerse yourself in the history and beauty of this industrial landmark, piece by piece.
Made in the USA, 1014-piece puzzles measure 20" x 30" (50.8 x 76.2 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
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Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.8cm (29.9" x 20")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the dramatic moment of destruction as the iconic Tinsley cooling towers in Sheffield, UK, are brought down. Standing tall at over 75 meters, these concrete giants were originally built in 1938 as part of the Blackburn Meadows power station. Despite the power station's closure in 1970, the towers remained standing due to their proximity to a busy road bridge. However, on that fateful day of August 24th, 2008, their fate was sealed. With controlled precision and engineering expertise, this historical landmark was finally demolished. As darkness fell upon Sheffield and dust filled the air, these towering structures crumbled into debris. The image showcases a powerful duo collapsing against an evening sky—a symbol of both industrial might and its inevitable decline. The Tinsley cooling towers represented an era when energy generation relied heavily on such imposing structures. Their demolition marked not only the end of an era but also a significant chapter in British history. These salt and pepper pots had witnessed decades of progress and change within South Yorkshire's industrial landscape. Through this photograph from Science Photo Library, we are reminded of how even once-mighty landmarks can succumb to time's relentless march forward. It serves as a poignant reminder that nothing is permanent—buildings rise and fall—but our ability to capture these moments ensures their memory lives on for generations to come.
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