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"Journey through Time: Exploring the World of Railways" Step back in time to Waterloo Station, London, 1967

Background imageRailways Collection: The Jungfrau Railway (b / w photo)

The Jungfrau Railway (b / w photo)
1600205 The Jungfrau Railway (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Jungfrau Railway)

Background imageRailways Collection: The War in South Africa (engraving)

The War in South Africa (engraving)
1599835 The War in South Africa (engraving) by Cleaver, Ralph (fl.1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in South Africa. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 30 June 1900)

Background imageRailways Collection: The Accident to a Scotch Express (b / w photo)

The Accident to a Scotch Express (b / w photo)
1615077 The Accident to a Scotch Express (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Accident to a Scotch Express)

Background imageRailways Collection: Railway Works, and Temporary Rails, near Alexandria (engraving)

Railway Works, and Temporary Rails, near Alexandria (engraving)
1618549 Railway Works, and Temporary Rails, near Alexandria (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Railway Works, and Temporary Rails, near Alexandria)

Background imageRailways Collection: Opening of the Great Northern Railway, Bardney-Bridge (engraving)

Opening of the Great Northern Railway, Bardney-Bridge (engraving)
1617710 Opening of the Great Northern Railway, Bardney-Bridge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Opening of the Great Northern Railway, Bardney-Bridge)

Background imageRailways Collection: The Great Dee Viaduct on the Shrewsbury and Chester Railway (engraving)

The Great Dee Viaduct on the Shrewsbury and Chester Railway (engraving)
1617702 The Great Dee Viaduct on the Shrewsbury and Chester Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageRailways Collection: South Wales Railway, Opening of the Chepstow Bridge (engraving)

South Wales Railway, Opening of the Chepstow Bridge (engraving)
1618282 South Wales Railway, Opening of the Chepstow Bridge (engraving) by Read, Samuel (1816-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: South Wales Railway, Opening of the Chepstow Bridge)

Background imageRailways Collection: Stephensons Locomotive Manufactory at Newcastle-on-Tyne (engraving)

Stephensons Locomotive Manufactory at Newcastle-on-Tyne (engraving)
1613289 Stephensons Locomotive Manufactory at Newcastle-on-Tyne (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stephensons Locomotive Manufactory at Newcastle-on-Tyne)

Background imageRailways Collection: Prince Arthur cutting the First Turf of the Hythe and Sandgate Railway (engraving)

Prince Arthur cutting the First Turf of the Hythe and Sandgate Railway (engraving)
1613669 Prince Arthur cutting the First Turf of the Hythe and Sandgate Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageRailways Collection: The Cork, Blackrock, and Passage Railway, Dundanion (engraving)

The Cork, Blackrock, and Passage Railway, Dundanion (engraving)
1612168 The Cork, Blackrock, and Passage Railway, Dundanion (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cork, Blackrock, and Passage Railway, Dundanion)

Background imageRailways Collection: The Terrible Railway Accident, Scene of the Accident at Shipton-on-Cherwell (engraving)

The Terrible Railway Accident, Scene of the Accident at Shipton-on-Cherwell (engraving)
1611566 The Terrible Railway Accident, Scene of the Accident at Shipton-on-Cherwell (engraving) by Robinson, Charles (1840-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Terrible Railway Accident)

Background imageRailways Collection: The Terrible Railway Accident at Shipton-on-Cherwell, identifying the Dead at Hampton Gay

The Terrible Railway Accident at Shipton-on-Cherwell, identifying the Dead at Hampton Gay Paper-Mill (engraving)
1611559 The Terrible Railway Accident at Shipton-on-Cherwell, identifying the Dead at Hampton Gay Paper-Mill (engraving) by English School

Background imageRailways Collection: The Serra Viaduct, St Pauls Railroad, Brazil (engraving)

The Serra Viaduct, St Pauls Railroad, Brazil (engraving)
1611436 The Serra Viaduct, St Pauls Railroad, Brazil (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Serra Viaduct, St Pauls Railroad, Brazil)

Background imageRailways Collection: The Baltimore and Ohio Railway (engraving)

The Baltimore and Ohio Railway (engraving)
1612948 The Baltimore and Ohio Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Baltimore and Ohio Railway)

Background imageRailways Collection: Railway Station in Georgia, America (engraving)

Railway Station in Georgia, America (engraving)
1612815 Railway Station in Georgia, America (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Railway Station in Georgia, America)

Background imageRailways Collection: Visit of the Prince of Wales to North America, His Royal Highness at Hamilton

Visit of the Prince of Wales to North America, His Royal Highness at Hamilton, Canada West (engraving)
1612656 Visit of the Prince of Wales to North America, His Royal Highness at Hamilton, Canada West (engraving) by English School

Background imageRailways Collection: Arrival of the First Train of the Atlantic and Great Western Railroad at James Town from New York

Arrival of the First Train of the Atlantic and Great Western Railroad at James Town from New York (engraving)
1612504 Arrival of the First Train of the Atlantic and Great Western Railroad at James Town from New York (engraving) by English School

Background imageRailways Collection: The New Government Railway from Sierra Leone towards the Interior, Scenes along the Line (litho)

The New Government Railway from Sierra Leone towards the Interior, Scenes along the Line (litho)
1615272 The New Government Railway from Sierra Leone towards the Interior, Scenes along the Line (litho) by Holland Tringham

Background imageRailways Collection: The Imperial Train on the Orleans Railway, the Saloon of Honour (engraving)

The Imperial Train on the Orleans Railway, the Saloon of Honour (engraving)
1609751 The Imperial Train on the Orleans Railway, the Saloon of Honour (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Imperial Train on the Orleans Railway)

Background imageRailways Collection: The Queens Visit to Birmingham, the City of Coventry (engraving)

The Queens Visit to Birmingham, the City of Coventry (engraving)
1609633 The Queens Visit to Birmingham, the City of Coventry (engraving) by Read, Samuel (1816-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queens Visit to Birmingham, the City of Coventry)

Background imageRailways Collection: Fatal Accident at Clapham Junction on Saturday Night, 20 August (engraving)

Fatal Accident at Clapham Junction on Saturday Night, 20 August (engraving)
1603475 Fatal Accident at Clapham Junction on Saturday Night, 20 August (engraving) by Walker, Francis S. (1848-1916); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageRailways Collection: The Great Northern Railway Saloon-Carriage for the Prince and Princess of Wales (engraving)

The Great Northern Railway Saloon-Carriage for the Prince and Princess of Wales (engraving)
1610852 The Great Northern Railway Saloon-Carriage for the Prince and Princess of Wales (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageRailways Collection: The Sitter Viaduct, on the Appenzel Railway (engraving)

The Sitter Viaduct, on the Appenzel Railway (engraving)
1608786 The Sitter Viaduct, on the Appenzel Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sitter Viaduct, on the Appenzel Railway)

Background imageRailways Collection: Opening of the Valparaiso and Santiago Railway, Train leaving the Valparaiso Station (engraving)

Opening of the Valparaiso and Santiago Railway, Train leaving the Valparaiso Station (engraving)
1608480 Opening of the Valparaiso and Santiago Railway, Train leaving the Valparaiso Station (engraving) by English School

Background imageRailways Collection: Scene of the Fatal Accident at Staplehurst, on the South-Eastern Railway (engraving)

Scene of the Fatal Accident at Staplehurst, on the South-Eastern Railway (engraving)
1610373 Scene of the Fatal Accident at Staplehurst, on the South-Eastern Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageRailways Collection: The Fatal Accident at Rednal, on the Shrewsbury and Chester Railway (engraving)

The Fatal Accident at Rednal, on the Shrewsbury and Chester Railway (engraving)
1610372 The Fatal Accident at Rednal, on the Shrewsbury and Chester Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fatal Accident at Rednal)

Background imageRailways Collection: Norwegian Grand Trunk Railway (engraving)

Norwegian Grand Trunk Railway (engraving)
1607780 Norwegian Grand Trunk Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Norwegian Grand Trunk Railway)

Background imageRailways Collection: The Fastest Locomotive in the World, an Electric Car Capable of Running 110 Miles an Hour

The Fastest Locomotive in the World, an Electric Car Capable of Running 110 Miles an Hour (b / w photo)
1600804 The Fastest Locomotive in the World, an Electric Car Capable of Running 110 Miles an Hour (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Background imageRailways Collection: The Chinese Crisis, with the Tientsin Relief Column (engraving)

The Chinese Crisis, with the Tientsin Relief Column (engraving)
1600112 The Chinese Crisis, with the Tientsin Relief Column (engraving) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chinese Crisis)

Background imageRailways Collection: The Transvaal War, Scenes of the Boer Retirement (b / w photo)

The Transvaal War, Scenes of the Boer Retirement (b / w photo)
1600108 The Transvaal War, Scenes of the Boer Retirement (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Transvaal War, Scenes of the Boer Retirement)

Background imageRailways Collection: Railway around Paris (engraving)

Railway around Paris (engraving)
1601541 Railway around Paris (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Railway around Paris. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 29 January 1853)

Background imageRailways Collection: The Kings Birthday Honours, Prominent Recipients (b / w photo)

The Kings Birthday Honours, Prominent Recipients (b / w photo)
1601232 The Kings Birthday Honours, Prominent Recipients (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Kings Birthday Honours, Prominent Recipients)

Background imageRailways Collection: The Railway Accident near Penryn, the Overturned Engine (b / w photo)

The Railway Accident near Penryn, the Overturned Engine (b / w photo)
1606718 The Railway Accident near Penryn, the Overturned Engine (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Railway Accident near Penryn)

Background imageRailways Collection: The Soudan Advance, Scenes on the Nile (b / w photo)

The Soudan Advance, Scenes on the Nile (b / w photo)
1606322 The Soudan Advance, Scenes on the Nile (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Soudan Advance, Scenes on the Nile)

Background imageRailways Collection: The late Sir George Findlay (engraving)

The late Sir George Findlay (engraving)
1604145 The late Sir George Findlay (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Sir George Findlay)

Background imageRailways Collection: Arrival of the Queen at Florence, the Reception of Her Majesty at the Railway Station (engraving)

Arrival of the Queen at Florence, the Reception of Her Majesty at the Railway Station (engraving)
1604140 Arrival of the Queen at Florence, the Reception of Her Majesty at the Railway Station (engraving) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageRailways Collection: Stafford Street, experimental locomotive, 1862 (b / w photo)

Stafford Street, experimental locomotive, 1862 (b / w photo)
1787679 Stafford Street, experimental locomotive, 1862 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: Stafford Street)

Background imageRailways Collection: New Years Honours (engraving)

New Years Honours (engraving)
1627766 New Years Honours (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Years Honours. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 5 January 1895)

Background imageRailways Collection: In South-West Spain, on the Zafra and Huelva Railway (engraving)

In South-West Spain, on the Zafra and Huelva Railway (engraving)
1626246 In South-West Spain, on the Zafra and Huelva Railway (engraving) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: In South-West Spain)

Background imageRailways Collection: The late Lieutenant-Colonel P T French, Chairman of Bombay, Baroda

The late Lieutenant-Colonel P T French, Chairman of Bombay, Baroda, and Central India Railway (engraving)
1626722 The late Lieutenant-Colonel P T French, Chairman of Bombay, Baroda, and Central India Railway (engraving) by English School

Background imageRailways Collection: Train crossing canyon in North America (colour litho)

Train crossing canyon in North America (colour litho)
5198302 Train crossing canyon in North America (colour litho) by Sheldon, Charles Mills (1866-1928) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Train crossing canyon in North America)

Background imageRailways Collection: The Christmas Coach at the Bell Inn, Hurley, 1830 (colour litho)

The Christmas Coach at the Bell Inn, Hurley, 1830 (colour litho)
5197949 The Christmas Coach at the Bell Inn, Hurley, 1830 (colour litho) by Aldin, Cecil Charles Windsor (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Christmas Coach at the Bell Inn, Hurley)

Background imageRailways Collection: Told on the Engine Footplate (litho)

Told on the Engine Footplate (litho)
5213037 Told on the Engine Footplate (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Told on the Engine Footplate)

Background imageRailways Collection: Illustration for Railway Ribaldry by W Heath Robinson (litho)

Illustration for Railway Ribaldry by W Heath Robinson (litho)
5210190 Illustration for Railway Ribaldry by W Heath Robinson (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: The GWR takes to the air)

Background imageRailways Collection: Illustration for Railway Ribaldry by W Heath Robinson (litho)

Illustration for Railway Ribaldry by W Heath Robinson (litho)
5210162 Illustration for Railway Ribaldry by W Heath Robinson (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: The first bathing compartment)

Background imageRailways Collection: Illustration for Railway Ribaldry by W Heath Robinson (litho)

Illustration for Railway Ribaldry by W Heath Robinson (litho)
5210107 Illustration for Railway Ribaldry by W Heath Robinson (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: An early and interesting type of signal)

Background imageRailways Collection: Mail carriage on the French railways (engraving)

Mail carriage on the French railways (engraving)
5208153 Mail carriage on the French railways (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mail carriage on the French railways)

Background imageRailways Collection: Ships and trains bringing visitors to the Great Exhibition of 1851, Crystal Palace, Hyde Park

Ships and trains bringing visitors to the Great Exhibition of 1851, Crystal Palace, Hyde Park, London (engraving)
5238900 Ships and trains bringing visitors to the Great Exhibition of 1851, Crystal Palace, Hyde Park, London (engraving) by Gilbert




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"Journey through Time: Exploring the World of Railways" Step back in time to Waterloo Station, London, 1967, where bustling crowds and steam-filled platforms set the scene for a nostalgic railway adventure. Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of the Canadian Rockies aboard the Rocky Mountaineer train at Morants curve near Lake Louise. Marvel at nature's masterpiece as you traverse this breathtaking landscape. Transport yourself to Rhodesia with a vintage poster that captures the allure of rail travel. Embark on an unforgettable journey through history as you explore this captivating destination. Feel the thrill of speed and innovation aboard Pendolino tilting train. Witness its sleek design and cutting-edge technology as it glides effortlessly along curved tracks, providing passengers with a smooth and comfortable ride. Admire a row of Class 55 Deltic diesel locomotives built by English Electric in 1961-1962. These powerful machines symbolize an era when railways played a vital role in connecting communities across Britain. Witness aviation marvels collide with rail transport as Harrier GR. 1 lands gracefully at St Pancras station. This extraordinary sight showcases how railways continue to adapt and evolve alongside other modes of transportation. Indulge your wanderlust with a poster advertising Chateau d'Azay-le-Rideau. Let your imagination soar as you envision exploring this enchanting French castle accessible via rail travel. Travel back in time to Hayling Island with a vibrant Southern Railway poster from 1923. Immerse yourself in nostalgia as you imagine sun-soaked days spent enjoying sandy beaches reached conveniently by train. Relish the charm of yesteryears on Swanage Railway, Corfe Castle, Dorset, England, UK; where steam trains chug along picturesque landscapes evoking memories of simpler times filled with wonder and excitement.