Railway Travel Collection (#7)

York Motive Power Depot. 5 November 1981. Depot staff pose in front of the Deltic locomotives they worked upon

York Depot. Four class 55 Deltic locomotives in a row

York Locomotive Works, c1908
York Locomotive Works. Interior elevated view of the works, with two rows of locomotives under construction. c1908

York station, March 1987. Platform 9 from the footbridge

York station, December 1986. A night time view into the station from the north end

York station, 24 September 1986
York station, September 1986. Carts carrying mail await the 22.00 hours Newcastle to London St Pancras mail train

York station, July 1984
York station. View of the British Rail signal and telecommunications centre and workshop at the rear of the station, taken from the National Railway Museum footbridge. July 1984

National Railway Museum, York, July 1984
National Railway Museum, York. View along Leeman Road from the footbridge. July 1984

Near Scarborough Bridge, York, 14 August 1984
Class 47 diesel locomotive north of Scarborough Bridge, York, en route for Scarborough. 14 August 1984

Tang Hall Lane, York, August 1984
Tang Hall Lane, York, North Eastern Railway cottage homes, built in 1931

Tang Hall Lane, York, North Eastern Railway cottage homes, built in 1931

Holgate Bridge, York, June 1983
Holgate Bridge, York, a northbound Inter City 125 high speed train approaching York station under Holgate Bridge. June 1983

York Motive Power Depot. August 10th 1981
York Motive Power Depot.August 10 1981. Four diesel locomotives in the depot, including a Class 47

York North Motive Power Depot, c1967
York North Motive Power Depot. A4 locomotive no. 60019 Bittern and V2 locomotive no. 60831. c1967

York North Motive Power Depot, 1920s
York North Motive Power Depot. London & North Eastern Railway locomotive N12 0-6-2T no. 2485, with two other locomotives alongside. 1920s

York station, 19 August 1982
York station. The 08.40 York to Aberdeen service leaving the station. 19 August 1982

York Station Hotel, May 1982. A crane making repairs to an upper level of the hotel

York. 6 Jan 1982. A diesel multiple unit leaving a flooded York. Taken from the NRM roof

Scarborough Bridge, York. 6 Jan 1982. Taken from the motive power footbridge shwoing the extent of flooding caused by snow on the River Ouse

Marble Arch, York. 6 Jan 1982. Floods in the road tunnel underneath the station on Leeman Road

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"Journey through Time: Exploring the Rich History of Railway Travel" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of railway travel. This photograph by Cyril Herbert, taken on 5 November 1981, showcases a magnificent steam locomotive pulling an express train. The sheer power and elegance of this Class 55 DELTIC is truly awe-inspiring. Transporting us further into history, we find ourselves at Liverpool Street station on 1 June 1920. Here, the Great Eastern Railway stands as a testament to the golden age of rail travel. Passengers bustling about, eagerly awaiting their next adventure. Moving southwards to London Victoria station during the enchanting era of the 1930s, we witness Southern Railway's grandeur unfold before our eyes. The hustle and bustle intermingled with architectural splendor create an atmosphere that transports us to a bygone era. Let us not forget London Paddington station's significance as it proudly represents Great Western Railway's inception in 1840. A hub for innovation and progress, this iconic landmark has witnessed countless journeys throughout its storied past. In Manningtree, Essex during May 1948, we catch a glimpse of dedicated workers patrolling the permanent way - ensuring safety and efficiency along these tracks that connect cities and communities alike. Venturing up north to York station under North Eastern Railway's watchful eye in August 1906 reveals a bustling hive of activity. Passengers from all walks of life embark on adventures or reunite with loved ones amidst this vibrant transportation hub. Holgate Bridge in York serves as another reminder of London and North Eastern Railway's influence over railway travel during its peak years in 1937. Its arches gracefully frame passing trains while evoking nostalgia for simpler times. Finally arriving at Kings Cross station - first under Great Northern Railway then British Railways' ownership - we witness timeless scenes unfolding before our very eyes.