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Flying Scotsman ad, 1925
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Flying Scotsman ad, 1925
Page from The Tatler, 22nd July 1925, featuring adverts for travelling north from Kings Cross by the Flying Scotsman (East Coast route, L.N.E.R.), and the Ocean Coast. Date: 1925
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22nd Adverts Kings Lner Mar18 Route Scotsman Tatler 1925
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Step aboard the Flying Scotsman for an unforgettable journey north from London's Kings Cross station, as depicted in this vintage advertisement from The Tatler magazine, published on July 22, 1925. The East Coast route, operated by the London and North Eastern Railway (L.N.E.R.), promised passengers a swift and comfortable journey on the iconic Flying Scotsman train. This full-page advertisement showcases the elegance and sophistication of travel during the 1920s, with the Flying Scotsman's sleek locomotive and stylish artwork drawing the eye. The text highlights the train's impressive speed, with departures leaving London at 8:15 am and arriving in Edinburgh at 4:45 pm, making it the fastest way to travel between the two cities. The Ocean Coast advert on the facing page invites readers to explore the beautiful coastline of the northeast, offering a scenic alternative to the more industrial landscapes of the Flying Scotsman's route. The combination of these two advertisements in The Tatler demonstrates the diverse range of travel options available to affluent readers during this era, as well as the growing popularity of train travel for leisure and business purposes. This page from The Tatler offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when travel was an adventure and the journey was just as important as the destination. With its striking design and intriguing content, this advertisement is a fascinating window into the history of rail travel and the allure of exploration.
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