British Rail Collection

Inter-City 125 diesel locomotive number 254004, by Chris Hogg, 1993. These High Speed Trains were launched in 1974 and brought about significant improvements in speed

Platform 6 and 7 at Paddington Station, 1979
A view of passengers alighting British Rail Inter-City 125s at Platforms 6 and 7 at Paddington Station in London in 1979. The overall roof of the train shed is visible

Diana Moran, keep fit expert, recruited 12 South London commuters at Waterloo Station on Tuesday, January 11th 1983, to film her first fitness class for BBC Breakfast Time Television Show

Right almost broadside view of British Rail (BR) locomotive. Doncaster built

Cybill Shepherd pictured on the set of The Lady Vanishes, filmed at Marylebone Station in London. The Lady Vanishes is a 1979 British comedy mystery film

Locomotive 3218 seen here caught in a snow drift on the Somerset Levels. 1st January 1963

A team of demolition experts carry out work to dismantle a section the giant iron rail bridge which used to carry rail traffic on the Leamington to Rugby line over the High Street

Vera Bray, Rail Travel Advisor, Cardiff Station 1957
This is Vera Bray, photographed in November 1957. After working for the railways as a clerk for 16 years, Vera took on the role of being the very first Rail Travel Advisor at Cardiff Central Station

The engine shed at Tunbridge station circa 1960

The engine shed at Tunbridge station circa 1960

An engineer waters a H Class 0-4-4T locomotive at the Tunbridge engine shed. Circa 1960

A H Class 0-4-4T locomotive seen here approaching the engine shed at Tunbridge Wells. Circa 1960

Burnley fans aboard the disco train to London. Chairman Bob Lord is pictured with fans. 28th January 1973

Burnley FC fans enjoy the mobile disco on board the soccer special. Chairman Bob Lord on the footplate of the train. 27th January 1973

Prince Philip visits the West Midlands. He is pictured with Police Cadet Michael Price. 23rd October 1959

Misspelt sign at South Bank Railway Station, Middlesbrough, with extra O in Middlesbrough. 1st October 1985

Dr Richard Beeching, Chairman of British Railways, at Rail Plan Conference, where he presented his report entitled, " The Reshaping of British Railways", pictured 27th March 1963

The administration offices at Coventry Railway Station being demolished as part of the stations re-building scheme. 17th September 1959

Coventry Goods Yard, Grosvenor Road, Coventry. 29th November 1960

LMS locomotive No. 10000 in British Rail livery in about 1950
LMS locomotive No.10000 in British Rail livery in about 1950

Commuter asleep on the train wearing a sign saying Please wake me up at Sidcup
Commuter asleep on the train wearing a sign saying " Please wake me up at Sidcup"

Penzance Station, Cornwall, c. 1970
A view of Penzance station, Cornwall, c.1970, showing an intercity sleeper car sitting at the platform. Passengers are making their way along platforms 1 and 2

The Flying Scotsman passing under a bridge at speed, near Selby, North Yorkshire, 1968. The Flying Scotsman, seen passing under a bridge on the A19 between Selby and York

Steam loco no 65794 hauling coal from Lynemouth Colliery, Northumberland, 1963. Artist
Steam loco no 65794 hauling coal from Lynemouth Colliery, Northumberland, 1963

Steam loco no 65811 hauling coal from Lynemouth Colliery, Northumberland, 1963. Artist
Steam loco no 65811 hauling coal from Lynemouth Colliery, Northumberland, 1963. The driver looks out from the footplate. The locomotive bears the livery of the British Railways Company

Left broadside view of British Rail (BR) locomotive. Built in Darlington

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"Journey through Time: Unveiling the Iconic British Rail Legacy" Step back in time with these captivating glimpses into the rich history of British Rail. 🚂✨ 1️⃣ Inter-City 125 diesel locomotive number 254004, captured by Chris Hogg in 1993, showcases the power and speed of these High-Speed marvels. 2️⃣ Transport yourself to Paddington Station in 1979 as Platform 6 and 7 bustle with life, offering a glimpse into the daily rhythm of commuters' lives. 3️⃣ Diana Moran, keep fit expert extraordinaire, recruits twelve South London commuters at Waterloo Station for an energetic start to their day. Fitness meets commuting. 4️⃣ Doncaster-built British Rail (BR) locomotive stands tall in this almost broadside view – a testament to engineering excellence and craftsmanship. 5️⃣ Meet Vera Bray, the knowledgeable Rail Travel Advisor stationed at Cardiff Station in 1957. Her expertise ensured smooth journeys and unforgettable experiences for travelers. 6️⃣ Cybill Shepherd graces the set of The Lady Vanishes on a British Rail location – capturing both Hollywood glamour and timeless train travel allure. 7️⃣ Locomotive 3218 battles against nature's forces as it gets caught in a snow drift on Somerset Levels on New Year's Day, 1963 - showcasing resilience amidst adversity. 8️⃣ Witness demolition experts skillfully dismantling sections of giant iron rail structures - an awe-inspiring display of precision engineering prowess. 9️⃣ The legendary Flying Scotsman races under a bridge near Selby, North Yorkshire in 1968 – embodying grace and speed that captivated hearts across generations. 🔟 Steam loco no. 65794 hauling coal from Lynemouth Colliery paints a vivid picture of industrial heritage in Northumberland, 1963 – a tribute to hardworking communities.