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Rail Transport Collection (page 5)

Rail transport has long been an integral part of the Weald of Kent's history, connecting communities and facilitating trade

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Chemin de fer (Railway) gambling game, 1898. Creator: Bigot, Georges (1860-1927)

Chemin de fer (Railway) gambling game, 1898. Creator: Bigot, Georges (1860-1927)
Chemin de fer (Railway) gambling game, 1898. Private Collection

Background imageRail Transport Collection: The railroad, 1838. Creator: Pellerin, Jean-Charles (1756-1836)

The railroad, 1838. Creator: Pellerin, Jean-Charles (1756-1836)
The railroad, 1838. Private Collection

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Zuger Berg- und Straßenbahn, c. 1910. Creator: Koch, Walther (1875-1915)

Zuger Berg- und Straßenbahn, c. 1910. Creator: Koch, Walther (1875-1915)
Zuger Berg- und Straszenbahn, c. 1910. Private Collection

Background imageRail Transport Collection: La stazione centrale di Milano nel 1889 (Milan central station in 1889), 1889

La stazione centrale di Milano nel 1889 (Milan central station in 1889), 1889. Creator: Morbelli, Angelo (1853-1919)
La stazione centrale di Milano nel 1889 (Milan central station in 1889), 1889. Found in the collection of the Galleria d'arte moderna, Milano

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Le Pont de l'Europe, Gare Saint-Lazare, 1877. Creator: Monet, Claude (1840-1926)

Le Pont de l'Europe, Gare Saint-Lazare, 1877. Creator: Monet, Claude (1840-1926)
Le Pont de l'Europe, Gare Saint-Lazare, 1877. Found in the Collection of the Musee Marmottan Monet, Paris

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Poster advertising the Orient Express, 1891. Creator: Ochoa y Madrazo, Rafael de (1858-1935)

Poster advertising the Orient Express, 1891. Creator: Ochoa y Madrazo, Rafael de (1858-1935)
Poster advertising the Orient Express, 1891. Private Collection

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Le Tréport-Mers. Chemins de fer du Nord et de l'Ouest, 1897. Creator: Gray (Boulanger)

Le Tréport-Mers. Chemins de fer du Nord et de l'Ouest, 1897. Creator: Gray (Boulanger), Henri (1858-1924)
Le Treport-Mers. Chemins de fer du Nord et de l'Ouest, 1897. Private Collection

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Dog team pulling railroad cart, between c1900 and c1930. Creator: Unknown

Dog team pulling railroad cart, between c1900 and c1930. Creator: Unknown
Dog team pulling railroad cart, between c1900 and c1930

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Pup-mobile, between c1900 and 1916. Creator: Unknown

Pup-mobile, between c1900 and 1916. Creator: Unknown
Pup-mobile, between c1900 and 1916. Dog team pulling a cart, with passengers, along railroad tracks. Title transcribed from caption accompanying item

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Pupmobile, between c1900 and 1916. Creator: Unknown

Pupmobile, between c1900 and 1916. Creator: Unknown
Pupmobile, between c1900 and 1916

Background imageRail Transport Collection: The unique map of California, 1888. Creator: E. McD. Johnstone

The unique map of California, 1888. Creator: E. McD. Johnstone
The unique map of California, 1888. It was issued in 1888 by the Southern Pacific Railroad Company and the California State Board of Trade as part of a campaign to promote the economic, cultural

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Arrival of the first train from St, Petersburg to Tsarskoye Selo on 30 October 1837, Early 1840s

Arrival of the first train from St, Petersburg to Tsarskoye Selo on 30 October 1837, Early 1840s
Arrival of the first train from St. Petersburg to Tsarskoye Selo on 30 October 1837, Early 1840s. Found in the collection of I. Turgenev Memorial Museum, Moscow

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Railway junction near Bois-Colombes, 1885. Artist: Signac, Paul (1863-1935)

Railway junction near Bois-Colombes, 1885. Artist: Signac, Paul (1863-1935)
Railway junction near Bois-Colombes, 1885. Found in the collection of the Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Jubilee Line depot JLP01_11_61523_02

Jubilee Line depot JLP01_11_61523_02
Stratford Market Depot, Stratford, Newham, Greater London. One of the new Jubilee Line underground tube trains (96003), standing on the tracks of one of the eleven maintenance bays inside the main

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Jubilee Line depot JLP01_11_61523_01

Jubilee Line depot JLP01_11_61523_01
Stratford Market Depot, Stratford, Newham, Greater London. One of the new Jubilee Line underground tube trains (96003), standing on the tracks of one of the eleven maintenance bays inside the main

Background imageRail Transport Collection: White Gates Level Crossing MOT01_01_19

White Gates Level Crossing MOT01_01_19
White Gates Level Crossing, Canning Town, Newham, Greater London. Vans and horse-drawn carts on the White Gates Level Crossing

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Chepstow Rail Bridge JRU01_01_190

Chepstow Rail Bridge JRU01_01_190
Chepstow Rail Bridge, Tidenham, Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire. The eastern section of Chepstow Rail Bridge, viewed from the north-west, with a train travelling across the bridge

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Severn Railway Bridge JRU01_01_231

Severn Railway Bridge JRU01_01_231
Severn Bridge, Lydney, Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire. The Severn Bridge, viewed from the South Wales Railway on the west bank of the River Severn

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Liverpool Street Station CXP01_01_028

Liverpool Street Station CXP01_01_028
LIVERPOOL STREET STATION, CITY OF LONDON. A view across the train shed at Liverpool Street Station, showing a steam engine standing in the station

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Liverpool Street Station CXP01_01_022

Liverpool Street Station CXP01_01_022
LIVERPOOL STREET STATION, CITY OF LONDON. A view from Liverpool Street Station looking towards people and taxis at the entrance

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Georgia, Savannah, Railroad Museum

Georgia, Savannah, Railroad Museum
2080-204427-01

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Louisiana, New Orleans, Jax Brewery on Jackson Square

Louisiana, New Orleans, Jax Brewery on Jackson Square
2030-309705-01

Background imageRail Transport Collection: New York State fall colors with train tracks, Cuddybackville

New York State fall colors with train tracks, Cuddybackville
2026-203467-01

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Colombia, Cundinamarca, Zipaquira, Independence Square (Plaza de la Independencia)

Colombia, Cundinamarca, Zipaquira, Independence Square (Plaza de la Independencia)
1410-222519-01

Background imageRail Transport Collection: France, Paris, Metro train post

France, Paris, Metro train post

Background imageRail Transport Collection: France, Paris, Metropolitan station

France, Paris, Metropolitan station

Background imageRail Transport Collection: New York City, Brooklyn, near Sunset Park

New York City, Brooklyn, near Sunset Park

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Grand Canyon Trains

Grand Canyon Trains

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Grand Canyon National Park

Grand Canyon National Park

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Florida, Miami Beach, South Beach, Carol A. Feuerman's sculpture called STRENTH

Florida, Miami Beach, South Beach, Carol A. Feuerman's sculpture called STRENTH

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Florida, South Florida, Palm Beach, the Flagler Kenan Pavilion

Florida, South Florida, Palm Beach, the Flagler Kenan Pavilion, part of the Henry Morrison Flagler Museum

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Louisiana, New Orleans, Jackson Square with St. Louis Cathedral

Louisiana, New Orleans, Jackson Square with St. Louis Cathedral

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Tram with Frankfurt am Main skyline at morning in Frankfurt, Germany

Tram with Frankfurt am Main skyline at morning in Frankfurt, Germany

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Compagnie Internationale des Wagons-Lits (International Sleeping-Car Company), 1927

Compagnie Internationale des Wagons-Lits (International Sleeping-Car Company), 1927. Private Collection

Background imageRail Transport Collection: The logo of the Compagnie internationale des Wagons-lits et des Grands Express Europeens, c. 1940

The logo of the Compagnie internationale des Wagons-lits et des Grands Express Europeens, c. 1940. Private Collection

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Transbaikal railway. The railroad bed along the bank of the Angara River, 18th verst, 1904-1917

Transbaikal railway. The railroad bed along the bank of the Angara River, 18th verst, 1904-1917. Creator: Unknown
Transbaikal railway. The railroad bed along the bank of the Angara River, 18th verst, 1904-1917. National Library of Russia

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Cordite railway HAY03_01_037

Cordite railway HAY03_01_037
Royal Naval Cordite Factory, Wareham Road, Holton Heath, Wareham St. Martin, Dorset. Cordite being transported to the press houses on the narrow-gauge railway system, Royal Naval Cordite Factory

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Rievaulx Abbey a62_01725

Rievaulx Abbey a62_01725
RIEVAULX ABBEY, RIEVAULX, RYEDALE, NORTH YORKSHIRE. The refectory at Rievaulx Abbey under restoration, with scaffolding erected around the site

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Jubilee Line depot JLP01_11_61523_11

Jubilee Line depot JLP01_11_61523_11
Stratford Market Depot, Stratford, Newham, Greater London. One of the new Jubilee Line underground tube trains (96003), standing on the tracks of one of the eleven maintenance bays inside the main

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Jubilee Line depot JLP01_11_61523_07

Jubilee Line depot JLP01_11_61523_07
Stratford Market Depot, Stratford, Newham, Greater London. One of the new Jubilee Line underground tube trains (96003), standing on the tracks of one of the eleven maintenance bays inside the main

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Day trip by train JLP01_08_008843a

Day trip by train JLP01_08_008843a
LONDON WATERLOO STATION, YORK ROAD, WATERLOO, LAMBETH, GREATER LONDON. A steam train chartered by Laing leaving Waterloo station, transporting Laings London office on a staff outing to Bournemouth

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Train ride JLP01_08_043914

Train ride JLP01_08_043914
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. Children taking a ride on a miniature train named The Continental Express during a Laing sports day at Elstree

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Train ride JLP01_08_043913

Train ride JLP01_08_043913
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. Children riding in a miniature train carriage and waving at the camera during a Laing sports day at Elstree

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Heathrow Express JLP01_11_63143_04

Heathrow Express JLP01_11_63143_04
HEATHROW AIRPORT, HILLINGDON, HILLINGDON, GREATER LONDON. Passengers boarding a train at platform 1 of the Heathrow Express rail link

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Heathrow Express JLP01_11_63143_02

Heathrow Express JLP01_11_63143_02
HEATHROW AIRPORT, HILLINGDON, HILLINGDON, GREATER LONDON. Passengers alighting from a train at platform 1 of the Heathrow Express rail link

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Train ride JLP01_08_021731

Train ride JLP01_08_021731
Carlisle, Cumbria. Children taking a ride on a miniature train named Brisco Belle during a sports day at Laings Carlisle Sports Club

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Daytrippers JLP01_08_046876

Daytrippers JLP01_08_046876
BOURNEMOUTH CENTRAL STATION, BOURNEMOUTH, DORSET. A family walking beside a train at Platform 3 of Bournemouth Central Station

Background imageRail Transport Collection: Office outing JLP01_08_008887

Office outing JLP01_08_008887
BOURNEMOUTH CENTRAL STATION, BOURNEMOUTH, DORSET. A long queue of people at Bournemouth train station during an outing of Laings London office to Bournemouth




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Rail transport has long been an integral part of the Weald of Kent's history, connecting communities and facilitating trade. Southern Railway recognized its significance with a captivating advertising poster that showcased the region's beauty and accessibility. On November 5, 1981, Class 55 DELTIC locomotive roared through York, representing the power and efficiency of rail travel. This iconic image captured the essence of North Eastern Railway's commitment to providing reliable transportation options. Liverpool Street station stood as a testament to Great Eastern Railway's grandeur on June 1, 1920. Passengers marveled at its architectural splendor while embarking on journeys to various destinations across Britain. Southern Railway enticed travelers with a vibrant poster promoting Ramsgate in 1939. The colorful lithograph highlighted this coastal gem as an idyllic holiday spot easily accessible by rail. Intriguingly, as early as 1888, the Orient Express captivated imaginations with its luxurious offerings. A vintage poster showcasing this legendary train hinted at the allure and adventure awaiting passengers aboard this renowned service. The Forth Bridge symbolized engineering marvel when it opened in Scotland—a testament to railway innovation that connected Edinburgh and Fife seamlessly. London Victoria station exuded elegance during the bustling 1930s under Southern Railway's management. Its grand architecture welcomed commuters from all walks of life into a world of efficient connectivity. Great Western Railway left an indelible mark on London Paddington station since its establishment in 1840—the gateway for countless adventures towards Bristol or beyond—ushering in a new era for rail travel enthusiasts. York station served as North Eastern Railway's crown jewel in August 1906—an impressive structure blending Victorian charm with modern functionality—a hub where dreams took flight amidst steam-filled platforms. Holgate Bridge gracefully spanned York's landscape under London and North Eastern Railway’s watchful eye in 1937—another example of their commitment to seamlessly connecting communities.