Rights Managed > STEAM Museum of the GWR
Image Licensing : Taxi Rank at Paddington Station, 1934
Add to Lightbox
Image Downloads From STEAM Museum
Taxi Rank at Paddington Station, 1934
This images shows the busy taxi rank at Paddington Station in 1934. Over 20 taxis are waiting along this stretch. By the 1930s most taxis were motor vehicles, but a lone horse drawn taxi can be seen in the centre. STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway. © STEAM Museum of the GWR
Media ID 413777
Filename: P3 097.jpg
Size: 2516 x 1912 (470KB)
Date: 20th February 2007
Source: STEAM Museum of the GWR
1930s 1934 London Motor Car Paddington Station Motor Vehicle Taxi Taxi Rank
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> People > Passengers
> Stations and Halts > London Stations > Paddington Station
SECURE PAYMENTS
We accept all major payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
Made in USA
Safe Shipping, Easy Returns
FREE PERSONALISATION
We are proud to offer a range of customisation including Cropping, Captions, and Filters. Zoom Cropping can be adjusted in the basket
FREE COLORIZATION
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time with this photograph of Paddington Station's bustling taxi rank in 1934. The image showcases the vibrant energy of London's transportation hub, with over twenty taxis lined up along the curb. Most taxis during this era had transitioned to motor vehicles, yet this scene retains an intriguing anachronism as a horse-drawn taxi takes centre stage. The horse-drawn taxi, a relic of an earlier age, stands proudly amidst its motorized counterparts, its horse seemingly unfazed by the modernity surrounding it. The motor taxis, with their sleek designs and gleaming finishes, exude an air of sophistication and efficiency. The taxi rank at Paddington Station was a hive of activity, serving as a vital connection between the railway and the city, enabling seamless travel for thousands of passengers daily. This photograph, taken in 1934, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the evolution of transportation and the coexistence of old and new. The horse-drawn taxi, a symbol of tradition, and the motor taxis, emblems of progress, create a striking juxtaposition that encapsulates the spirit of the 1930s. The STEAM Museum of the GWR is proud to preserve and share this image, allowing us to appreciate the rich history of transportation in London and the role that Paddington Station played in shaping it.
