Paddington Collection (page 3)

Paddington Station, c1940
A group of nurses wave off a train load of evacuees during World War 2. The mass evacuation of children from cities and towns, known as Operation Pied Piper, began in 1939

Christmas decorations at Paddington Station, 1956
The Lawn at Paddington Station is decorated for Christmas in this view from 1956. A Santas Grotto is in the centre of The Lawn raising money for the Greater London Fund for the Blind

Connaught Street, Paddington, London, England, UK

Return of Prince of Wales from India - Paddington Station, 21st June 1922
This photograph was taken on 21st June 1922 at Paddington Station, and shows a grand reception for Edward, Prince of Wales upon his return to Britain after his four month long tour of India

HRH Princess Diana, The Princess of Wales, emerged from the Lindo Wing of St Marys Hosptial, Paddington in London at 12.30 in the afternoon on Sunday 16th September with their new son Prince Henry

Paula Yates, leaves St Marys Hospital in Paddington, and holds new baby Peaches Geldof. Pictured here with husband Bob Geldof, holding flowers. Picture taken 16th March 1989

Kenneth Hume, 35, arrives at Paddington Register Office ahead of his wedding to Shirley Bassey. 8th June 1961

Female Refreshment Attendant, c. 1918
A member of Refreshment Department staff is photographed manning the platform trolley at Paddington Station circa 1918. Photographs such as this

War memorial at Paddington Station in 1949
This full length image of the newly rededicated war memorial at Paddington appeared in the December 1949 edition of the, by this time, British Railways magazine

Unveiling of the World War 2 memorial at Paddington Station, 1949
On the 11th November 1949 the war memorial at Paddington which was erected following the First World War, was again the focus of a moving ceremony when a new plaque was unveiled by former GWR General

Christmas Decorations at Paddington Station, 1955
Paddington Station can been seen here decorated for Christmas, 1955. A Santas grotto in the form of a windmill is in the centre of the image

Paddington Railway station, Paddington, London, England, UK

Maarten Bs Real Time clock. This is a performance clock where a man is continually drawing the time inside the clockface. Paddington, London, England, UK

Building facade, Paddington, London, England, UK

Vespa outside a Mews house, Paddington, London, England, UK

Mews houses, Paddington, London, England, UK

Little Venice, Paddington, London, England, UK

Paddington, London, England, UK

England, London, Paddington, Paddington Basin, Building

Caldicot Castle, Loco No. 4074
This photograph shows Locomotive No.4074, Caldicot Castle, arriving at Paddington with the GWR Goods Station building towering in the background

Walks of London - Euston Road and Marylebone Road ?
Walks of London - Euston Road and Marylebone Road, Kings Cross To Paddington

YMCA Ceylon Hut, Paddington, London during WW1

Paddington Goods Depot early 1900s

Paddington Goods Depot London

Plan of Passenger Lift at Paddington Station
Colour plan of a passenger lift at Paddington Station with notes indicating the use of mahogany in the construction

Female wartime workers, 1943
This line up of women at Paddington Station shows the varied jobs female GWR employees undertook during the Second World War

Paddington Station Approach, 1992
This photograph shows the approach to London Paddington station during track remodelling in 1992. The A40 Westway Overpass runs on the right of the image, with Westbourne Bridge on the left

Paddington Station, 1992
This photograph shows the approach to London Paddington station during track remodelling in 1992. The overall roof of Paddington station can be seen on the right of the image and Bishops Bridge

Paddington Track Renewal, 1967
This photograph shows sections of the track removed on the approach to London Paddington station as part of the track renewal scheme of 1967

Paddington Station, Platform 1, 1967
A view of platform 1 at London Paddington station, taken on 12th October 1967 shortly before the demolition of the old wooden platforms and their reconstruction

Paddington Station, Platform 1 Reconstruction, 1967
A view of platform 1 at London Paddington station, taken on 22nd October 1967 during the demolition of the old wooden platforms and their reconstruction

Paddington Station, Platforms 4 & 5 Reconstruction, 1967
A view of platforms 4 and 5 at London Paddington station, taken on 22nd October 1967 during the demolition of the old wooden platforms and their reconstruction

Paddington Station, Platforms 4 & 5, 1967
A view of Platforms 4 and 5 at London Paddington station in October 1967, shortly before platform reconstruction commenced

Great Western Railway, Paddington to Birkenhead Express, Engine "King George II"(colour litho)
5991555 Great Western Railway, Paddington to Birkenhead Express, Engine " King George II" (colour litho) by Micklewright, G.P

"Venice in London", Paddington (colour litho)
5210921 " Venice in London", Paddington (colour litho) by Haslehust, Ernest William (1866-1949); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Venice in London", Paddington)

GWR, "The Cheltenham Flyer"Engine 5006 "Tregenna Castle"(colour litho)
5991569 GWR, " The Cheltenham Flyer" Engine 5006 " Tregenna Castle" (colour litho) by Micklewright, G.P

The Great Western Hotel, Paddington - Illustrated London News
Scanned directly from The Illustrated London News, Saturday December 18, 1852

Public Baths and Washhouses for the Parish of Paddington (engraving)
6022142 Public Baths and Washhouses for the Parish of Paddington (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Gun Battery of the CIV, A Scene at Paddington before the Procession started (litho)
1039968 The Gun Battery of the CIV, A Scene at Paddington before the Procession started (litho) by Charlton, John (1849-1917) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gun Battery of the CIV)

Church of the Holy Trinity, Bishop s-Road, Paddington (engraving)
1101455 Church of the Holy Trinity, Bishop s-Road, Paddington (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Church of the Holy Trinity, Bishop s-Road, Paddington)

Junction of the Regents Canal (engraving)
820555 Junction of the Regents Canal (engraving) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Prince Albert laying the foundation stone of St Marys Hospital, Paddington (engraving)
606572 Prince Albert laying the foundation stone of St Marys Hospital, Paddington (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Piano abandoned on a street in Paddington, London
A piano abandoned on a street in Paddington, West London. Date: circa 1950s

Sketch of Warwick Castle PH, Paddington, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Sketch of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details

Photograph of Warwick Castle PH, Paddington, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub

Photograph of Victoria PH, Paddington, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1929

Photograph of Prince Of Wales PH, Paddington, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

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"Step back in time with Paddington: A journey through history at Paddington Station" Discover the rich heritage Station, a place steeped in history and captivating stories. From the iconic GWR Refreshment Department Platform Trolley in May 1937 to the bustling Quick Lunch and Snack Bar in 1936, this station has witnessed countless moments that shaped our past. Transport yourself to 1929 as you stand on Platform 1 at Paddington Station, surrounded by the hustle and bustle of daily life. Imagine the steam billowing from trains as they arrive and depart, connecting people from all walks of life. Travel even further back to 1904 when Platform 1 was just beginning its transformation into a hub of activity. Picture horse-drawn carriages lined up alongside early locomotives, waiting for their passengers to embark on new adventures. Marvel at the Class 52 Western Diesel Locomotive proudly standing tall within Paddington Station's walls. Its powerful presence symbolizes progress and innovation that propelled us into a new era of transportation. Venture beyond Paddington itself and explore Adlestrop Railway Station in Gloucestershire—a charming countryside stop immortalized by Chris Reynolds' Victorian fire engine cartoon. Let your imagination run wild as you envision simpler times filled with quaint charm. Don't forget King Class Locomotive No. 6004, King George III—its regal stature capturing attention since its arrival in 1931. Witnessing this majestic machine is like stepping into an era where elegance met engineering marvels head-on. Reflect upon history's turning points as you learn about The last broad gauge train leaving Paddington Station on May 20th, 1892—an event marking the end of an era but paving the way for modern rail travel we know today. Immerse yourself completely by taking a glimpse into c. 1910 when Platform 1 was abuzz with excitement once again.