Fraud Blocker Skip to main content

Home > Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Transport > Stations

Kings Cross EAW119962

Kings Cross EAW119962


Choose from the following product ranges for this image

Canvas Prints
Fine Art Prints
Metal Prints
Housewares
Image Downloads


We accept all major credit cards

Historic England

Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England

Kings Cross EAW119962

Kings Cross Station, London. The Midlands Goods Shed, Western Goods Shed and surrounding lines. Photographed in September 1963. Aerofilms Collection

Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places

Media ID 12105923

© Historic England

Railway Station Urban


FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS

> Aerial Photography > England

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Transport > Railway

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Transport > Stations

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > Railways

> Historic England > Transport > Railways


EDITORS COMMENTS
Static Image Caption: This aerial photograph, taken in September 1963, captures a stunning bird's-eye view of Kings Cross Station in London, as it once was before the extensive redevelopment that followed. The image, from the Aerofilms Collection at Historic England, reveals the Midlands Goods Shed, Western Goods Shed, and the surrounding railway lines in intricate detail. Kings Cross Station, a major transport hub in the heart of London, is prominently featured in the photograph. The station's grand architecture, with its red brick buildings and expansive train tracks, is a testament to the era of railway expansion in the early 20th century. The Midlands Goods Shed, located to the north of the main station, is visible with its large, open doors and rows of tracks, indicating the bustling activity that once took place within its walls. To the west of the Midlands Goods Shed lies the Western Goods Shed, which is also evident in the photograph. The shed's long, rectangular shape and rows of tracks are a clear indication of its purpose as a goods depot. The surrounding railway lines, crisscrossing the landscape like a complex web, are a testament to the extensive railway network that connected London to the rest of the country. This photograph offers a unique perspective of Kings Cross Station and its surrounding area during a time when railway transportation was a dominant mode of travel. It serves as an important historical record, allowing us to appreciate the evolution of this iconic London landmark and the changes it has undergone over the decades. Image Source: © Historic England. Aerofilms C.

MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee

FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools

FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!

SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you

* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.




Related Images


Aerial view of Kings Cross Railway Station in London
Aerial view of Kings Cross Railway Station in London
Gas holders, Kings Cross DD004573
Gas holders, Kings Cross DD004573
Barton Swing Aqueduct a98_05171
Barton Swing Aqueduct a98_05171
Old Oswestry 29445_017
Old Oswestry 29445_017
Gasworks, Craven Arms EPW061708
Gasworks, Craven Arms EPW061708
Gas light a066010
Gas light a066010
cradle mountain at night under the milkyway
cradle mountain at night under the milkyway
Perseus Rescuing Andromeda, c. 1695 (oil on canvas)
Perseus Rescuing Andromeda, c. 1695 (oil on canvas)
Kings Cross Station 27537_030
Kings Cross Station 27537_030
Commuter Station, Palmers Green Station, 1914 BB92_20713
Commuter Station, Palmers Green Station, 1914 BB92_20713
Notting Hill and Ladbroke Grove Station
Notting Hill and Ladbroke Grove Station
East Croydon Railway Station
East Croydon Railway Station

+

Shipping

+

Choices

+

Reviews

+

Guaranteed




Related Collections


Railways
Railways
Browse 185 Prints
England
England
Browse 4,950 Prints
Railways
Railways
Browse 3,299 Prints
Railway
Railway
Browse 4,977 Prints
Stations
Stations
Browse 2,423 Prints