Tramway Collection (#7)

The electric tramway-car tried on the West Metropolitan tramway line at Kew Briidge (engraving)
604464 The electric tramway-car tried on the West Metropolitan tramway line at Kew Briidge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The French inventor Larmanjat driving one of his "tramways"
XEE4166392 The French inventor Larmanjat driving one of his " tramways" during an essay conducted at the Trocadero in Paris on August 8, 1872

By Rail to Klondike (engraving)
1598495 By Rail to Klondike (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: By Rail to Klondike. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 11 February 1899)

Visit of Military Officers to the Works of the Channel Tunnel (engraving)
1045678 Visit of Military Officers to the Works of the Channel Tunnel (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info)

Tram portrait 1
Sorin Vidis

The quaint old world. "Toast Rack"horse trams are carrying thousands daily
The quaint old world. " Toast Rack" horse trams are carrying thousands daily along the fine promenade at Douglas, Isle of Man. September 1928

Aerial views of Blackpool, Lancashire. 21st August 1949

Four lines in South London are being fitted with trams by the London County Council, here you can see workmen working during the night to fit the electric lines. Date: 1902

Cambridge Double-decker Horse Tram
circa 1910s

Tramway, Gastineau Channel, Mount Roberts, Juneau, Alaska, USA

Albert, Duke of York - at the controls of a Glasgow Tram
Albert, Duke of York (1895-1952) (later King George VI) - at the controls of a Glasgow Tram, which he drove for more than a mile to the Depot! Date: 1924

St Pauls Cathedral in danger: why the Dean is opposing the tramway scheme. Sectional view from the south east showing the position of the waterline below the cathedral

Kennington-Lane to Stockwell and Clapham tramway 1870
Metropolitan tramways were more complete on the south side of the Thames, this horse-drawn tram was from Kennington-Lane with a junction to Stockwell and Clapham at Kennington Church

SIR CLIFTON ROBINSON Chief engineer of London United Electric Tramways: The Tramway King Date: 1849 - 1910

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Portugal, Estremadura, Lisbon, Elevador da Gloria, the Gloria Funicular tram

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Portugal, Estremadura, Lisbon, Praco do Fiqueira, yellow tram number 28 entering the square

La Canebiere - the historic high street in the old quarter of Marseille, France with the Eglise Saint-Vincent-de-Paul (Les Reformes) - a Roman Catholic church - visible in the background

Rhondda Cynon Taf CF44 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Rhondda Cynon Taf CF44 9

Kingsway, London, runs north from The Strand to High Holborn
Kingsway, London - running north from The Strand to High Holborn, built 1899-1905 Date: 1934

Portugal, Lisbon. View of yellow tramway

View of yellow tramway in Lisbon

Wheaton terrier standing on a boulder (PR)

The Great Orme Tramway - North Wales
The Great Orme Tramway is Britains only cable-hauled public road tramway which opened on July 31st 1902. Date: circa 1920s

A tram in downtown Christchurch
A red tram at a tram stop in downtown Christchurch, New Zealand

Horse-drawn Tram at Douglas, Isle of Man. Date: 1947

Construction of the Mont Blanc Tramway, France
Team of workers working on the construction of the Rogues line - Mont Blanc Tramway, France. Date: circa 1905

Entrance to the tram tunnel by Waterloo Bridge, London, 1908
Entrance to the tram tunnel by Waterloo Bridge, Victoria Embankment, London, 1908. A single-decker tram by the entrance to the tunnel: double-deckers pass under the bridge. A policeman directs traffic

Weatherboard houses and shops on the Albert Embankment, Lambeth, London, 1900
Weatherboard houses and shops on the corner of Albert Embankment and Upper kennington lane, Lambeth, London, 1900. Shops advertising Beechams Pills, Liptons Tea and other items

Tramlines and vehicles on the Albert Embankment, Lambeth, London, 1909. View south from the junction with Broad Street looking towards Vauxhall, with a tram stop and tram rails in foreground

Tramlines on the Albert Embankment, Lambeth, London, 1909. View north from the junction with Broad Street looking towards Lambeth Palace and Lambeth Bridge, with a tram stop in foreground

Long queue of people at Blackfriars Tramway shelter, London, 1912. People waiting to board trams near Blackfriars Bridge at 1.25 pm

Queue of people at Blackfriars Tramway shelter, London, 1912. People waiting to board trams near Blackfriars Bridge at 2.05 pm. To the left of the trams is the River Thames

Men laying tramlines at a junction, Whitechapel High Street, London, 1929
Men laying tramlines at a junction, Whitechapel High Street, Stepney, London, August 1929. Crossover tramlines being laid at the Commercial Road junction with Whitechapel High Street

Men laying tramlines in the middle of the road, Whitechapel High Street, London, 1929
Men laying tramlines in the middle of the road, Whitechapel High Street, Stepney, London, August 1929. Tramlines being laid as traffic passes on the right: view looking west

Tramlines being laid, Whitechapel High Street, London, 1929
Tramlines being laid, Whitechapel High Street, Stepney, London, August 1929. Men work laying the track and points at the crossover, Commercial Road junction

Tramline being laid in the middle of the road, Whitechapel High Street, London, 1929
Tramline being laid in the middle of the road, Whitechapel High Street, Stepney, London, August 1929. Workmen lay track for trams

Men working on tramline electricification, Wandsworth, London, 1906. Men at work on interlacing the track near Wandsworth Town Station, by the junction with Alma Road

Arches over the District Railway exposed during tramway electricification, London, 1906
Arches over the District Railway exposed during tramway electricification, Somerset House, Westminster, London, 1906. Workmen excavating during electrification of the tram system have exposed arches

Laying tramlines at the junction of Whitechapel High Street and Commercial Road, London, 1907
Laying of electrified tramlines at the junction of Whitechapel High Street and Commercial Road, Stepney, London, 1907. Workmen assisted by horse

Workmen extending tramlines, Brixton Road, London, 1907. A crowd of men and boys watches the insertion of special work on existing lines for Stockwell Road Lines

Class M electric tram, 1930. End-on view of a London County Council class M electric tram, car number 1440

Single-decker electric tram, 1907. Side and end elevation of a London County Council class G single-decker electric tram, car number 584. Its route is to and from Highbury Station, Islington

Double-decker electric tram, 1907. Side and end elevation of a London County Council class C open-topped electric tram, car number 296. Its route is to and from New Cross Gate, Lewisham

Double-decker electric tram with advertisement for the New Cross Empire, 1907. Side view of a London County Council class A2 electric tram, with advertisements for Oakeys polish, Nestles milk

Colyton Terminus, Seaton Tramway, Devon. The highly popular tramway connecting Seaton and Colyton was built by Claude Lane between 1969

Seaton Terminus, Seaton Tramway, Devon. The highly popular tramway connecting Seaton and Colyton was built by Claude Lane between 1969

Map of Tube and Tramway, c1922. Artist: HM Stationery Office
Map of Tube and Tramway, c1922. [Mc.Lagan and Cumming, Edinburgh]

German women being trained as tramway workers in Berlin, 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War Vol. III - 1915.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1915]

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The famous yellow tram gracefully glides through the narrow streets of Alfama district, Lisbon, Portugal, offering a charming and nostalgic way to explore this historic neighborhood. Its vibrant presence adds a touch of color to the picturesque surroundings, capturing the essence of Lisbon's rich cultural heritage. In another part of Europe, nestled in Redcar and Cleveland, North Yorkshire, England, stands the Cliff Tramway and Pier at Saltburn by the Sea. This iconic landmark not only provides breathtaking views but also serves as a testament to human ingenuity in conquering challenging terrains. Traveling back in time to July 11th, 1894, we find ourselves in St Just in Penwith, Cornwall at Levant Mine. Here lies an old photograph captured by Harold Harvey depicting Cornish miners taking respite from their arduous work deep underground. It serves as a poignant reminder of the hardships endured by these brave individuals who played an integral role in shaping Cornwall's mining history. Speaking of clay pits and mining endeavors, another artwork by Harold Harvey transports us to Leswidden China Clay Pit. The painting beautifully captures both the ruggedness and beauty found within such industrial landscapes while showcasing Harvey's artistic prowess. Delving into London's past brings us to Whitechapel High Street circa 1930 when trams were still prevalent on its bustling thoroughfare. A black-and-white photograph immortalizes this era where trams seamlessly integrated with daily life – a snapshot frozen in time. Moving away from cityscapes but staying within Cornwall's borders takes us to New Cooks Kitchen in Illogan during the early 1900s. This image offers glimpses into domestic life during that period while highlighting how trams connected even remote areas like Illogan with urban centers. Tramways were not solely means for transportation; they also provided recreational opportunities like South Melbourne Tramway Baths – a place where locals could relax and cool off amidst the hustle and bustle of city life.