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Tinsley cooling towers, Sheffield
Tinsley cooling towers being demolished. These towers were built in 1938 as part of the Blackburn Meadows power station and stood over 75 metres tall. The power station was closed down in 1970, but the towers were left standing as they were very close to a busy road bridge. The towers were finally demolished on 24th August 2008. Photographed in Sheffield, UK
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2008 24 08 2008 24th August August Blackburn Meadows Power Station Building Collapse Collapsing Concrete Cooling Tower Dark Debris Decommissioned Demolished Demolition Destroyed Destroying Destruction Disused Dust Energy Engineering Evening Falling Land Mark Landmarks Night Salt And Pepper Pots Sheffield South Yorkshire Tinsley Cooling Towers Unused Demolishing
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of Photographic Prints featuring the iconic image of Tinsley Cooling Towers, Sheffield. This breathtaking photograph, captured by Science Photo Library, showcases the majestic and imposing presence of the Tinsley cooling towers before their demolition in 1998. Built in 1938 as part of the Blackburn Meadows power station, these towers stood proudly over 75 metres tall, symbolizing industrial power and resilience. Bring this historic moment into your home or office with our high-quality, museum-grade prints. Each print is meticulously produced using archival-quality materials to ensure longevity and vibrant colours. Relive history and add a touch of industrial charm to your space with this stunning photograph from the Media Storehouse collection.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
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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This print captures the dramatic moment of destruction as the iconic Tinsley cooling towers in Sheffield, UK, are brought down. Standing tall at over 75 meters, these concrete giants were originally built in 1938 as part of the Blackburn Meadows power station. Despite the power station's closure in 1970, the towers remained standing due to their proximity to a busy road bridge. However, on that fateful day of August 24th, 2008, their fate was sealed. With controlled precision and engineering expertise, this historical landmark was finally demolished. As darkness fell upon Sheffield and dust filled the air, these towering structures crumbled into debris. The image showcases a powerful duo collapsing against an evening sky—a symbol of both industrial might and its inevitable decline. The Tinsley cooling towers represented an era when energy generation relied heavily on such imposing structures. Their demolition marked not only the end of an era but also a significant chapter in British history. These salt and pepper pots had witnessed decades of progress and change within South Yorkshire's industrial landscape. Through this photograph from Science Photo Library, we are reminded of how even once-mighty landmarks can succumb to time's relentless march forward. It serves as a poignant reminder that nothing is permanent—buildings rise and fall—but our ability to capture these moments ensures their memory lives on for generations to come.
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