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Berkeley Power Station from the air 1960 JLP01_08_056848c
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Berkeley Power Station from the air 1960 JLP01_08_056848c
BERKELEY POWER STATION, BERKELEY, HAM AND STONE, STROUD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE. A view from inside a plane flying over Berkeley Nuclear Power Station during its construction, showing one of the reactors below and a camera in the foreground.
Berkeley Nuclear Power Station was the first commercial nuclear power station in the United Kingdom and one of the first generation of nuclear reactors in Britain. It had two Magnox reactors and was one of four stations located close to the mouth of the River Severn and the Bristol Channel. Laing were the civil engineers for the project with work commencing on 7th January 1957. The nuclear power station came into service in 1962 but has since been decommissioned following its closure in 1989
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This aerial print captures the impressive Berkeley Power Station during its construction in 1960. Taken from inside a plane flying over the site, the image showcases one of the reactors below, while a camera in the foreground adds an intriguing perspective. Berkeley Nuclear Power Station holds significant historical importance as it was not only the first commercial nuclear power station in the United Kingdom but also one of Britain's pioneering nuclear reactors. The station featured two Magnox reactors and was strategically located near the mouth of River Severn and Bristol Channel alongside three other stations. The project was undertaken by Laing, who served as civil engineers for this groundbreaking endeavor that commenced on January 7th, 1957. After years of meticulous planning and construction efforts, Berkeley Nuclear Power Station finally came into service in 1962. However, despite its early success and contribution to Britain's energy landscape, time eventually caught up with this iconic structure. Following its closure in 1989, Berkeley Nuclear Power Station has been decommissioned. This remarkable photograph allows us to appreciate both the scale and complexity involved in building such a monumental facility. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and technological advancements that were made during this era. Thanks to Historic England Archive for preserving this invaluable piece of history for future generations to admire and learn from.
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