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Imagination Works Collection (#10)

"Imagination Works: A Journey Through Time and Railways" Step into the realm of imagination as we embark on a captivating journey through the history of railways

Background imageImagination Works Collection: View into station from the South, taken from steps of public footbridge. Main buildings

View into station from the South, taken from steps of public footbridge. Main buildings and station masters house on up side at right, permanent way dept sheds on left

Background imageImagination Works Collection: South end of station, from passengers footbridge, looking towards Marks Tey. Base

South end of station, from passengers footbridge, looking towards Marks Tey. Base of junction signal box visible beneath public footpath bridge, peak roofed lime wagons stand on private siding

Background imageImagination Works Collection: Ely, at north end of station. Station North signal box by level crossing, underbridge

Ely, at north end of station. Station North signal box by level crossing, underbridge passes beneath the end of down platform

Background imageImagination Works Collection: Ely West Junction signal box stands on the Ely to March mainline, a refuge siding

Ely West Junction signal box stands on the Ely to March mainline, a refuge siding joins the main up line left of the box. In the foreground is the Ely avoiding line

Background imageImagination Works Collection: Ely Dock JunctionTaken from the front of Dock Junction signal box. The main line

Ely Dock JunctionTaken from the front of Dock Junction signal box. The main line south to Cambridge is in the foreground, headshunt to Ely station yard on the extreme right

Background imageImagination Works Collection: Ely, view North from station starter signal, overlooking level crossing and Station

Ely, view North from station starter signal, overlooking level crossing and Station North signal box. On the left are coal sheds

Background imageImagination Works Collection: Ely North Junction between Kings Lynn main line, at left and Norwich mainline. Adelaide

Ely North Junction between Kings Lynn main line, at left and Norwich mainline. Adelaide signal is in the left background

Background imageImagination Works Collection: View looking North from Ely Dock Junction box. Line to extreme right to Ely dock

View looking North from Ely Dock Junction box. Line to extreme right to Ely dock. Goods shed behind signal box in foreground

Background imageImagination Works Collection: Ely station, general view of the station approaches. Corrugated iron clad engine shed

Ely station, general view of the station approaches. Corrugated iron clad engine shed and timber-built coal stage on the right. Station South signal box in the centre

Background imageImagination Works Collection: Ely station, view north into the station. Engine shed on the right, Station South

Ely station, view north into the station. Engine shed on the right, Station South signal box in the centre at the end of the island platform.Carriage storage sidings adjoin

Background imageImagination Works Collection: On the Ely to March mainline, West Junction signal box in centre background. The

On the Ely to March mainline, West Junction signal box in centre background. The Ely avoiding line join main line from the left

Background imageImagination Works Collection: Ely station, looking southwards from station south box. Engine shed is to the left

Ely station, looking southwards from station south box. Engine shed is to the left, water tower beyond. Goods sheds on right, upper floor was headquarters of Sack Superintendant and store

Background imageImagination Works Collection: Ely station. The down platform from the Station South signal box, with the goods

Ely station. The down platform from the Station South signal box, with the goods and coal yard on the left. Horse boxes in dock behind the platform fence; Great Eastern Railway brake 3rd

Background imageImagination Works Collection: Ely, looking South from Station South signal box towards Cambridge. Engine shed on left

Ely, looking South from Station South signal box towards Cambridge. Engine shed on left
Ely station, 1911 Ely, looking South from Station South signal box towards Cambridge. Engine shed on left, engine beyond is on 55ft turntable




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"Imagination Works: A Journey Through Time and Railways" Step into the realm of imagination as we embark on a captivating journey through the history of railways. From the Saffron Walden railway sidings, looking east from Debden Road overbridge, to the iconic Class 55 DELTIC locomotive on November 5th, 1981 - every moment holds a story waiting to be discovered. Transport yourself back in time to York, where the North Eastern Railway once reigned supreme. Picture yourself amidst bustling platforms and hear the echoes of steam engines as they depart for distant destinations. And let your mind wander further to Liverpool Street station in June 1920, when Great Eastern Railway was at its peak. As we venture southwards, London Victoria station welcomes us with its grandeur from the enchanting 1930s era. Imagine stepping onto those platforms and feeling an air of excitement as you board a train bound for adventure. But our journey doesn't stop there; it takes us even further back in time to London Paddington station in 1840 when Great Western Railway first opened its doors. Witness how this historic landmark has transformed throughout centuries while still preserving its timeless charm. York station becomes our next destination once again - this time during August 1906. Immerse yourself in an atmosphere filled with elegance and sophistication that only a bygone era can offer. Holgate Bridge awaits us next - a picturesque scene along London and North Eastern Railway's route captured beautifully in 1937. Let your imagination run wild as you envision trains gracefully crossing this architectural marvel against a backdrop of stunning scenery. Finally, Kings Cross station beckons us with open arms not just once but twice - first under Great Northern Railway's reign then later under British Railways' watchful eye around c1949-1950. Feel the energy pulsating through these iconic terminals as passengers eagerly await their journeys ahead.