Road Works Collection

Swanley road widening. 1938

Road Works in Whitehall, London, 1882
Engraving, originally entitled Horse Guards under Fire again, showing a group of workmen re-surfacing the road in Whitehall, London, 1882

Tarring roads in Swanley, Kent. 1936

Science. Energy. Road works in Paris for the removal of gas pipes for the lighting of the Opera
3434774 Science. Energy. Road works in Paris for the removal of gas pipes for the lighting of the Opera. Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie, France

The last bus to use the bridge at Hill Street, Birmingham, for 27 years. All through traffic will cross on the temporary bridge. 28th February 1949

Trolley bus wires frame this Southern Railway passenger train speeding over Malden railway bridge while it undergoes rebuilding in April, 1935

Work: Workman with Carnation in his Mouth, 1852-65 (oil on canvas) (see also 198054 & 100701)
MAN63030 Work: Workman with Carnation in his Mouth, 1852-65 (oil on canvas) (see also 198054 & 100701) by Brown, Ford Madox (1821-93); Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Navvies laying a drain)

Such an unexpected pleasure! (litho)
780240 Such an unexpected pleasure! (litho) by Leech, John (1817-64); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Naga head-hunters constructing Indias defence road on the Assam (North India) -Burma front. Picture taken 23rd July 1942

Barriers erected around a large hole in Norfolk Road, Reading, which suddenly appeared. Circa April 1979

North Hillingdon, Long Lane shops Circa 1935

Noddy Holder and Don Powell of Slade launch work on a new ring road in Wolverhampton. 22nd April 1985

Malden railway arch under repair April 1935 2097

Workers Playtime? No. and its not a see-saw game either. Explanation of the antics of these workers in the city streets at Hull, Yorkshire

Road resurfacing in Hampshire, UK 2014. Creator: Unknown
Road resurfacing in Hampshire, UK 2014

Kingston Bridge November 1999 Construction work on the bridge

Turkey - Istanbul - Tram en route to Chichli Tunel down the Istik Lal Street Date: circa 1920

Cement Mixer
circa 1925: Workmen repairing a road, with the aid of a cement mixer. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Repairs at Sidcup by pass crossing in Kent. 29 October 1934

London traffic negotiating the road around Hyde Park Corner. The Hyde Park Corner screen and Apsley House can be seen at the back

Barking bypass widening. Looking east. 28 May 1938

View of the Elephant and Castle where work is going on. Draper Street the site of a new housing scheme and the roundabout between Walworth Road and Newington Butts

London traffic negotiating the road around the Wellington Arch. Cranes and construction works can be seen as the building of the new underpass has started

Construction work on the building of the new traffic underpass has started at Hyde Park Corner behind the statue of the Duke of Wellington by the Wellington Arch

Barking bypass widening. 28 May 1938

Road repair on Orpington High Street, Kent. 1938

A man with a wood blocks for sale sign on side of the road in Dartford, Kent. 1938

A road barricade for road works in Bromley, Kent. 1937

Work being carried out on Eltham by pass circular road, Kent. 1938

Road workers banking on Gorse Hill, Kent. 1936

Street building
A new street is built at Landskrona, Sweden 1900. Date: 1900

Roadworks
Pipes exposed during roadworks

Traffic cones, computer artwork

Repairing gas pipeline. Worker digging a hole to allow access to an underground fuel pipeline that carries natural gas. The pipeline needs repairing. Photographed in London, England

Road repairs during World War Two
A group of American service personnel, together with a few civilians, watch a man doing road repairs during World War Two

Temporary road works signal, London
A temporary road works police traffic signal, set up by the Metropolitan Police on a London street. A man with a motorcycle and sidecar waits alongside

Shovelling rubble onto a lorry
A workman bends down to shovel up some rubble from roadworks onto the back of a lorry

Oxford Street Roadworks
Roadworks disrupt traffic

Street / Waterloo Bridge
Heavy traffic congestion across Waterloo Bridge, mainly caused by roadworks

road works in Ambleside UK
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Roadworks causing traffic jam on the M25, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Waterloo Br Congested
Heavy traffic congestion across Waterloo Bridge, mainly caused by roadworks

Social / Waterloo Bridge
Buses and cars caught up in the chaos of roadworks on Waterloo Bridge

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"Unveiling the Past: A Journey through Road Works" Step back in time to witness the transformation of roads across different eras. Swanley road widening, 1938, showcases progress and development as a small town expands its infrastructure. Meanwhile, Whitehall, London in 1882 witnesses bustling activity as road works pave the way for modernization. In Swanley, Kent, tarring roads in 1936 brings a sense of pride and anticipation for smoother journeys ahead. "Work: Workman with Carnation in his Mouth, " an intriguing oil painting from 1852-65 captures the spirit of labor amidst road construction. The last bus crossing Hill Street Bridge in Birmingham after 27 years marks both an end and a new beginning. "Such an unexpected pleasure. " exclaims a lithograph capturing the joyous surprise that comes with witnessing road improvements. Hampshire's resurfacing project in 2014 remains shrouded in mystery as its creator remains unknown. Nevertheless, it symbolizes ongoing efforts to enhance travel experiences for all. Traveling further east to North India reveals Naga head-hunters constructing India's defense road on Assam soil—an awe-inspiring testament to human determination and collaboration. Barriers erected around a sudden hole appearing on Norfolk Road remind us of unforeseen challenges faced during construction projects. Yet resilience prevails as repairs commence swiftly. A glimpse into North Hillingdon's Long Lane shops circa 1935 evokes nostalgia for simpler times when local businesses thrived amidst evolving landscapes. Even rock legends like Noddy Holder and Don Powell of Slade contribute their talents by launching work on Wolverhampton's new ring road—a harmonious blend of music and urban development. Lastly, Malden railway arch undergoes repair in April 1935—2097 witnesses history being preserved while embracing progress simultaneously. These snapshots from various periods encapsulate humanity's perpetual quest for better roads, improved connectivity, and the shared experiences that come with it.