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The Pendennis Castle steam locomotive which was sold to Australian iron ore producers
The Pendennis Castle steam locomotive which was sold to Australian iron ore producers Hamersley Iron in 197. On 29 May 1977, she made her farewell run in the UK, at the head of the Great Western Envoy from Birmingham to Didcot and return. The following day, she headed to Avonmouth, the port for Bristol, where she was loaded aboard the cargo vessel Mishref, and departed for Sydney, Australia, on 2 June 1977
Birmingham Post and Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Birmingham
England
JS*9402400
Media ID 21658610
© Mirrorpix
Passengers Rail Railway Steam Engine Train
Jigsaw Puzzle (400 Pieces)
Step into the past with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intricately detailed puzzle features the iconic Pendennis Castle steam locomotive, a historic British engine with an extraordinary journey. Sold to Hamersley Iron in Australia in 1977, the Pendennis Castle made its final run in the UK on May 29, 1977. Relive the nostalgia of steam train travel and transport history with this evocative puzzle, a perfect addition to any home or office. Engage your mind and immerse yourself in the intricacies of this beautiful puzzle, a true testament to the enduring charm of steam locomotives.
400 piece puzzles are custom made in the UK and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.5 mm millboard. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 31x47cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most letter box slots
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 47.2cm x 31.5cm (18.6" x 12.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the historic moment when the iconic Pendennis Castle steam locomotive bid farewell to its homeland, embarking on a new journey across oceans. In 1977, this magnificent piece of British engineering was sold to Australian iron ore producers, Hamersley Iron. As crowds gathered in Birmingham on that fateful day of May 29th, they witnessed an emotional spectacle as the Pendennis Castle led the Great Western Envoy from Birmingham to Didcot and back. Passengers and enthusiasts alike lined up along the railway tracks, eager to catch a glimpse of this majestic machine before it embarked on its voyage Down Under. The atmosphere was filled with both excitement and nostalgia as people bid their final farewells to a symbol of British rail history. The following day marked another significant chapter for the Pendennis Castle. Making her way towards Avonmouth - Bristol's bustling port - she was carefully loaded onto the cargo vessel Mishref. On June 2nd, 1977, with hearts full of anticipation and pride, this beloved steam engine set sail for Sydney, Australia. This photograph not only immortalizes a remarkable moment in time but also pays homage to an era where steam engines ruled supreme. It serves as a reminder of our rich industrial heritage and how these powerful locomotives connected communities while leaving indelible marks on our collective memory.
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