Box Tunnel Collection

Box Tunnel. Great Western Railway. West Front

Box Tunnel. Great Western Railway. Cross section Tunnel Number 1

High speed train emerging from tunnel in the Box Valley, Avon, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Box Tunnel. Great Western Railway. Sections

Colour tinted photo of Box Tunnel, c. 1920s
Colour tinted photo of Box Tunnel, c.1920s

Illustration depicting an Interior of a Box tunnel on the Broad Gauge railway at Bath, England. 1892
5311450 Illustration depicting an Interior of a Box tunnel on the Broad Gauge railway at Bath, England. 1892; (add.info.: Date: 1838); Universal History Archive/UIG

The interior of Box Tunnel near Bath
5308382 The interior of Box Tunnel near Bath.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the interior of Box Tunnel near Bath, showing a broad gauge train passing through. Dated 19th century)

Box Tunnel, London (engraving)
586521 Box Tunnel, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Box Tunnel, London); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright

Box Mill Lane Station or Halt, c. 1960s
A view of Mill Lane Station or Halt at Box in Wiltshire, c.1960s, showing the lines of track, nameboard and shelters

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The Box Tunnel, located in Wiltshire, England, is a marvel of engineering and history. This railway tunnel stretches for over two miles and was completed in 1841 as part of the Great Western Railway. The tunnel's construction faced numerous challenges, including difficult terrain and the need to maintain a straight line through the landscape. Today, the Box Tunnel remains an important link in the UK's rail network, carrying trains between London and Bristol. Its iconic red brick entrance portals are a familiar sight to travelers passing through the area. Walking through the eerie darkness of the tunnel can evoke feelings of awe and wonder at the sheer scale of human ingenuity. The echoes of passing trains reverberate off its walls, creating a unique sensory experience. Exploring the Box Tunnel offers a glimpse into Britain's industrial past and serves as a reminder of how infrastructure projects have shaped our modern world. Whether you're a history buff or simply appreciate impressive feats of engineering, this hidden gem is worth adding to your travel itinerary.