Paddington Collection (#2)

Track Renewal at Paddington Station, 1967
A view of a gang working on a track renewal scheme at London Paddington station, taken on 15th October 1967 at Platform Road No.3

LCC-LFB Edgware Road fire station Paddington
Built by the London County Council (LCC) Edgware Road fire station opened in 1899, located at 494 Edgware Road. It was originally called Paddington fire station (A13)

Paddington Station, London, c. 1910
An overall view of Paddington Station, showing Platforms 1 and 2 and the wrought ironwork of the roof spans

Paddington Mint Stables, Yard and Offices, c. 1920s
A view of Paddington Mint Stables with the yard and offices, c.1920s. The image shows a busy scene at Paddington station with a mixture of empty and heavily laden horse drawn carts

Haverfordwest Railway Station, Pembrokeshire, South Wales
Passengers waiting for the 1040 to Paddington, on the up platform of Haverfordwest Railway Station in Pembrokeshire, South Wales

The Great Western Railway terminus at Paddington Station
A view of the newly developed Paddington Station in London. It was designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel as the London terminus for the Great Western Railway

No 1000 County of Middlesex
GWR 4-6-0 locomotive no. 1000 County of Middlesex, built in 1945, withdrawn 1964. Photographed here at Paddington Station

Bishops Road (Bishops Mews), Paddington, 1929
The Great Western Railway acquired this property, containing garages, prior to development in 1930. The street was eventually demolished to make way for the new parcels depot development

Hairdressing Salon, Paddington Station, c. 1904
This hairdressing salon was situated below Platform 1 at Paddington Station. By the rows of bottles, presumably shampoo and aftershave, this was probably the male salon or barbers

Refreshment Rooms, Paddington Station, c. 1923
This glamourous shot was taken around 1923 and shows the interior of the Refreshment Rooms, situated on Platform 1 at Paddington station in London

Confectionary Kiosk, Paddington Station, 1937
This large kiosk was based in The Lawn and served confectionary, cigarettes and newspapers to passengers at Paddington station in 1930s

Platforms 4 and 5 at Paddington Station, c. 1910
A view of Platforms 4 and 5 at Paddington station, London, c.1910, showing hoards of passengers gather to board a train on Platform 4 under the glass train shed roof

Arrivals indicator board at Paddington Station, 1934
A view of the interior of Paddington station in London taken in 1934. A new arrivals and departures indicator board was installed in The Lawn in March of the same year

Horse Drawn Delivery Wagon at Paddington Mint Stables, c. 1910
An image of a horse drawn delivery wagon at Paddington Mint Stables, c.1910. A team of four dray horses are preparing to pull the GWR cart and deliver a range of goods carried in barrels and bundles

Soldiers and Sailors Buffet at Paddington Station, 1919
A shot capturing the last servicemen to be offered refreshments at the Soldiers and Sailors Free Buffet at Paddington Station on 28th June 1919

Confectionary Stand on Paddington Station, 1923
This confectionary stand was situated between Platforms 2 and 3 at Paddington Station. It allowed passengers to grab a quick snack or some tobacco products before boarding their trains

Departure side at Paddington Station, c. 1920
Motor cars enter the departure side of Paddington Station, just adjacent to Eastbourne Terrace, London. This image was taken in about 1920 and shows the streets filled with motor vehicles

Newspaper Train on Platform 4 at Paddington Station, 1937
An image showing Paddington station staff on Platform 4 receiving the daily newspapers from the 12.50am Newspaper Train, 1937

Platform 8 at Paddington Station, 1905
Arrival of an Ocean Mail Special from Plymouth. Staff unload mail from carriages to horse drawn Royal Mail vans ready for delivery

First Class Waiting Room at Paddington Station, 1912
First Class passengers were able to wait for their trains in the comfort of this waiting room at Paddington station in the early 20th century

Rebuilding work at Paddington Station, 1916
Work began in 1913 to construct a new roof span for the Station. This image was taken in 1916 when the work was quite far progressed

Little Venice, Maida Vale, City of Westminster, London, England, UK

Harrow Road tram on Route 60 going to Paddington, London
Harrow Road tram on Route 60 going to Paddington, advertising The News of the World newspaper. Date: circa 1920s

St Marys Hospital, Paddington (engraving)
1095717 St Marys Hospital, Paddington (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Marys Hospital, Paddington)

Sketch of Bridge House Hotel, Paddington, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Sketch of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details

Woman patient, St Marys Hospital, Paddington, London
LFB Special Services trying to help a woman patient at St Marys Hospital, Paddington, London, on 15 April 1959. She has climbed out of a ward window at fifth floor level

LCC-LFB Bayswater fire station, Paddington
Opened in 1904 and located in Pickering Place, Bayswater fire station closed in the early 1920s. The adoption of motorised fire engines by the London Fire Brigade led to a reduction in the number of

Edgeware Road fire station, Paddington. London Fire Brigade. Built in 1900

Entrance to Ashford Residential School, Surrey
Located on Woodthorpe Road, at Ashford, near Staines, Surrey, and opened in 1872 as the West London District School, it provided accommodation away from the workhouse for pauper children from

First Underground Train
The first public train on Londons underground Metropolitan Railway takes passengers from Paddington to Farringdon Street

Paddington Platforms 2
View of the platforms, on what must surely be an exceptionally busy day - perhaps an excursion train to Henley Regatta Date: circa 1905

The Besses o th Barn Brass Band - Paddington Station
The Besses o th Barn Brass Band from Besses o th Barn, an old industrial town situated between Manchester and Bury, in Lancashire. In 1905 the band toured France to promote the Entente Cordiale

Female stewardess, 1917
A Dining Car Waitress in her crisp white apron stands in the doorway of dining car No. 9546 on Platform 2, Paddington Station in 1917

Lionel L. Cohen, Vanity Fair, Lib
LIONEL LOUIS COHEN (1832-1887) English financier, politician, and communal worker. Trustee and later manager of the London Stock Exchange. MP for Paddington North

Little Venice, Paddington, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Passenger Canal Boats at Paddington Basin, London, 1849
Engraving showing some of the canal boats, offering rides on the Grand Union Canal, at Paddington Basin, London, 1849

Paddington Exterior
The exterior of the station, passengers and sheep arriving or departing

Shirley Bassey, 24, marries film director Kenneth Hume, 35, at Paddington Register Office. 8th June 1961

Junction of Regent's Canal at Paddington Basin, London. 1828 (hand-coloured engraving after TH Shepherd from London)
533559 Junction of Regent's Canal at Paddington Basin, London. 1828 (hand-coloured engraving after TH Shepherd from London and Its Environs in London); Universal History Archive/UIG

Clarendon Crescent Paddington, London. 25th April 1955

Passengers at Paddington Station in 1943
This image, taken on Saturday 31st July 1943 (August Bank Holiday), shows hoards of passengers at Paddington Station. In 1939 the slogan " Is Your Journey Really Necessary" was introduced

Paddington Station, c1940
A group of nurses wave off a train load of evacuees during World War 2. The mass evacuation of children from cities and towns, known as Operation Pied Piper, began in 1939

Christmas decorations at Paddington Station, 1956
The Lawn at Paddington Station is decorated for Christmas in this view from 1956. A Santas Grotto is in the centre of The Lawn raising money for the Greater London Fund for the Blind

Connaught Street, Paddington, London, England, UK

Paddington
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Return of Prince of Wales from India - Paddington Station, 21st June 1922
This photograph was taken on 21st June 1922 at Paddington Station, and shows a grand reception for Edward, Prince of Wales upon his return to Britain after his four month long tour of India

HRH Princess Diana, The Princess of Wales, emerged from the Lindo Wing of St Marys Hosptial, Paddington in London at 12.30 in the afternoon on Sunday 16th September with their new son Prince Henry

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"Step back in time with Paddington: A journey through history at Paddington Station" Discover the rich heritage Station, a place steeped in history and captivating stories. From the iconic GWR Refreshment Department Platform Trolley in May 1937 to the bustling Quick Lunch and Snack Bar in 1936, this station has witnessed countless moments that shaped our past. Transport yourself to 1929 as you stand on Platform 1 at Paddington Station, surrounded by the hustle and bustle of daily life. Imagine the steam billowing from trains as they arrive and depart, connecting people from all walks of life. Travel even further back to 1904 when Platform 1 was just beginning its transformation into a hub of activity. Picture horse-drawn carriages lined up alongside early locomotives, waiting for their passengers to embark on new adventures. Marvel at the Class 52 Western Diesel Locomotive proudly standing tall within Paddington Station's walls. Its powerful presence symbolizes progress and innovation that propelled us into a new era of transportation. Venture beyond Paddington itself and explore Adlestrop Railway Station in Gloucestershire—a charming countryside stop immortalized by Chris Reynolds' Victorian fire engine cartoon. Let your imagination run wild as you envision simpler times filled with quaint charm. Don't forget King Class Locomotive No. 6004, King George III—its regal stature capturing attention since its arrival in 1931. Witnessing this majestic machine is like stepping into an era where elegance met engineering marvels head-on. Reflect upon history's turning points as you learn about The last broad gauge train leaving Paddington Station on May 20th, 1892—an event marking the end of an era but paving the way for modern rail travel we know today. Immerse yourself completely by taking a glimpse into c. 1910 when Platform 1 was abuzz with excitement once again.