Ely station. The down platform from the Station South signal box, with the goods

Wall Art and Photo Gifts from National Railway Museum

Ely station. The down platform from the Station South signal box, with the goods

Ely station. The down platform from the Station South signal box, with the goods and coal yard on the left. Horse boxes in dock behind the platform fence; Great Eastern Railway brake 3rd and open carriage truck in the centre; static petroleum tanks in the yard behind. Extensive use of sleeper decking to aid horse shunting

National Railway Museum is the home of iconic locomotives. Our historic prints reflect the age and quality of the original artwork we hold to preserve their artistic character, including authentic colour reproduction, marks and creases.

Media ID 8860177

© National Railway Museum / Science & Society Picture Libr

1911 Imagination Works Locomotive National Railway Museum Platform Railway Sep13 Sep13 12 Station Steam Locomotive Tracks Train Transport

FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS

> National Railway Museum > Locations > Ely

> Transportation > Trains

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the essence of Ely station in 1911. From the vantage point of the Station South signal box, we are presented with a panoramic view of the down platform. On the left side, one can observe the bustling goods and coal yard, where workers diligently load and unload cargo. Behind the platform fence, horse boxes stand ready to transport these majestic creatures to their destinations. In front of them, a Great Eastern Railway brake 3rd carriage and an open carriage truck await passengers eagerly. As our eyes wander further into this snapshot frozen in time, static petroleum tanks come into view at the rear end of the yard. These tanks serve as a reminder of how crucial fuel was for steam locomotives during this era. One cannot help but notice another interesting feature in this image - extensive use of sleeper decking strategically placed to facilitate horse shunting. This innovative technique showcases both practicality and efficiency in managing equine transportation within Ely station. Preserved by Imagination Works and now housed at National Railway Museum (NRM), this remarkable photograph transports us back over a century ago when steam locomotives ruled supreme on these tracks. It serves as a testament to our rich railway heritage while also reminding us that progress is inevitable in shaping future transport systems worldwide.

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

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

Ely station, view looking towards the Station North signal box and coal sheds. On

Ely station, view Northwards into the station, end of goods shed at the extreme left

Ely North Junction, 1911, signal box on the right. Past the house the Kings Lynn

Ely, view North from station starter signal, overlooking level crossing and Station

Ely station, view north into the station. Engine shed on the right, Station South

Ely, looking South from the station south signal box towards Cambridge. Engine shed on left

View north from Ely North Railway Junction, 1911. There is a a nest of three storage

Ely Dock JunctionTaken from the front of Dock Junction signal box. The main line

Ely station, looking southwards from station south box. Engine shed is to the left

Ely North Junction signal box at left, view looking south. The March line joins the

Charles Shaw-Lefevre

Ipswich railway goods shed, about 1911

arrow_back_ios arrow_forward_ios