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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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Introducing the Media Storehouse Photo Mug featuring "Tilbury Power Station 29649_050" by Damian Grady from Historic England. This stunning mug showcases the iconic image of Tilbury B Power Station in Essex, captured in May 2015. Built in 1961, this coal-fired power station was a staple of the local landscape until its decommissioning in 2011. An attempt was made to convert it to biomass, but its industrial history remains a significant part of England's heritage. Each sip from this mug brings a piece of history to your daily routine. Embrace the past with our high-quality, full-color photo mug. Perfect for tea or coffee, it's a unique and thoughtful gift for history enthusiasts and power station aficionados alike.
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8cm high x 9.5cm diameter (3.1" x 3.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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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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