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Tilbury Power Station 29649_050
Tilbury B Power Station, Essex. Coal-fired power station built in 1961. In 2011 an attempt was made to convert to biomass but the power station has since been decommissioned. Photographed in May 2015
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Media ID 13184545
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A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of Tilbury Power Station with our Fine Art Print of "Tilbury Power Station 29649_050" by Damian Grady from Historic England. This stunning image captures the iconic coal-fired power station, built in 1961 and located in Essex. Witness the industrial beauty of this historic site as it stands in May 2015, before its decommissioning. Our Fine Art Prints are produced using the highest quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring the history to life. Add this unique piece to your home or office decor and relive the past with every glance.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 39.6cm (23.4" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Tilbury Power Station - A Glimpse into Industrial History: Aerial View of the Decommissioned Coal-Fired Power Station, Tilbury, Essex (29649_050)" 2. In the heart of the Thames Estuary, the Tilbury Power Station stands as a testament to industrial history. This aerial photograph, taken by Damian Grady for Historic England in May 2015, captures the grandeur and complexity of this once-operational coal-fired power station in Tilbury, Essex. 3. Constructed in 1961, the power station was a significant addition to the UK's electricity generation capacity. Its distinctive silhouette, with its towering chimneys and sprawling infrastructure, was a familiar sight for generations of local residents and mariners navigating the Thames Estuary. 4. Over the years, the Tilbury Power Station underwent several transformations. In 2011, an attempt was made to convert the station to biomass, but the project was ultimately unsuccessful. By the time this photograph was taken in 2015, the power station had been decommissioned. 5. The aerial perspective offers a unique vantage point to appreciate the vast scale of the power station's infrastructure. The intricate network of pipes, cooling towers, and boilers can be seen in their entirety, revealing the intricacies of the power generation process. 6. As the Tilbury Power Station fades into history, this photograph serves as an important reminder of the industrial past that shaped the Thames Estuary and the surrounding communities. It also highlights the ever-evolving nature of energy production and the ongoing quest for more sustainable alternatives. 7. The Tilbury Power Station may no longer be operational, but its legacy lives on through images like this one, which capture the essence of a bygone era and the enduring power of human ingenuity.
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