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Name Road Collection

"Name Road: A Historic Journey through Truckers, Classic Cars, and London Traffic" Step back in time as we embark on a nostalgic journey down Name Road

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Truckers
21st July 1951: A British Road Services truck pulls out of the Bermondsey depot as it sets out on a night run. Trunker is slang for long-distance lorry driver

Background imageName Road Collection: AJS Motorcycle

AJS Motorcycle
13th November 1930: An AJS 3.49 horsepower motorcycle at the Motor Cycle Show at Olympia, London. (Photo by Davies/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageName Road Collection: Jaguar XK 120

Jaguar XK 120
16th October 1951: Jaguar XK 120 3.5 litre fixed head coupe exhibited at Earls Court Motor Show, London. (Photo by Ron Case/Keystone/Getty Images)

Background imageName Road Collection: Lyons Vans

Lyons Vans
1st September 1919: Lyons bread delivery vans parked at Cadby Hall. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageName Road Collection: Meat Vans

Meat Vans
28th May 1912: Crowds demonstrating as meat vans leave Connaught Docks for Smithfield meat market, London, during the 1912 transport workers strike. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageName Road Collection: Lancia Lambda

Lancia Lambda
31st October 1927: An example of Lancia cars at the 1927 Motor Show. (Photo by Brooke/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageName Road Collection: British Topical Press Agency (1903 - 1957)

British Topical Press Agency (1903 - 1957)
Fine Art Storehouse Vintage Photo Gallery: Press Photography: British Topical Press Agency (1903 - 1957)

Background imageName Road Collection: Horse Tram

Horse Tram
circa 1909: A Hampstead to Euston horse tram. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageName Road Collection: Austin Six

Austin Six
24th August 1931: Austin 12-6 saloon. (Photo by Sasha/Getty Images)

Background imageName Road Collection: Crossroads

Crossroads
Traffic congestion at the junction of Tottenham Court Road and Oxford Street in London. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageName Road Collection: Ludgate Circus

Ludgate Circus
June 1928: Ludgate Circus, London, with St Pauls Cathedral in the background. (Photo by Fox Photos/Getty Images)

Background imageName Road Collection: London Traffic

London Traffic
May 1910: Horse drawn and motorised traffic near the Bank, London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)


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"Name Road: A Historic Journey through Truckers, Classic Cars, and London Traffic" Step back in time as we embark on a nostalgic journey down Name Road. This iconic street has witnessed the roaring engines of Jaguar XK 120s and the sturdy presence of Lyons Vans delivering their delectable treats. In its heyday, Name Road was bustling with activity as Meat Vans rumbled by, carrying succulent cuts to satisfy hungry mouths. The elegant Lancia Lambda glided gracefully along this very road, turning heads with its timeless beauty. As we delve deeper into history, we discover that even the British Topical Press Agency (1903 - 1957) had a significant presence here. Their journalists captured captivating stories unfolding amidst the hustle and bustle of daily life on Name Road. Transportation took various forms along this historic route; once upon a time, Horse Trams clattered past pedestrians while AJS Motorcycles zipped through traffic effortlessly. And who could forget the stately Austin Six sedans that graced these streets? At every crossroads along Name Road lies an opportunity for new adventures. One such intersection is Ludgate Circus – a hub where diverse paths converge and London traffic swirls around like a symphony of movement. Today, though modernized to accommodate contemporary needs, traces of yesteryears still linger on Name Road. As you stroll down its pavements or drive your own vehicle through its lanes, let your imagination transport you back to an era when truckers were kings and classic cars ruled supreme. So come experience the charm – where history meets progress in perfect harmony. Let it ignite your passion for all things vintage and remind us that even amidst today's fast-paced world, there are glimpses of our rich heritage waiting to be discovered at every turn.