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Television Centre 27540_011
Filename: 27540_011.jpg
Size: 6048 x 4032 (5.2MB)
Date: 29th September 2012
Source: Historic England
Credit: © Historic England Archive. Dam
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
Job Title: Photographer
© Historic England Archive
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Television Centre 27540_011
BBC Television Centre, White City London. Purpose built in 1960 as the headquarters of BBC Television. It formally closed in 2013 and is due for redevelopment. Photographed in September 2012
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 12333860
© Historic England Archive
EDITORS COMMENTS
This aerial photograph captures the iconic BBC Television Centre, nestled in the vibrant White City of London. Built with a specific purpose in mind, this architectural marvel served as the headquarters for BBC Television since its inception in 1960. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back to September 2012, just a year before its formal closure and subsequent redevelopment.
The sheer magnitude of this sprawling complex is awe-inspiring; it stands as a testament to the significant role television broadcasting played in shaping our cultural landscape. From here, countless groundbreaking programs were conceived and brought to life, entertaining and informing generations of viewers across the nation.
Damian Grady's lens skillfully captures every detail from above – an intricate web of buildings interconnected by walkways and surrounded by lush greenery. The once bustling hub now appears serene from this vantage point, evoking nostalgia for an era when television was at its zenith.
As we reflect on this historic site's future transformation into something new and exciting, let us not forget its rich past. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder that progress often requires letting go of cherished landmarks while embracing change.
With each passing day, time marches forward relentlessly; yet through photographs like these captured by talented artists such as Damian Grady, we can freeze moments forever – preserving history within frames that tell stories beyond words alone.
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