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Berkeley Power Station JEH_22049_14
Berkeley Power Station, Gloucestershire. Nuclear power station powered by two Magnox reactors. It openend in 1962 and was decommissioned in 1989. Photographed by Jim Hancock in 1971
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 12105995
© Historic England Archive
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Berkeley Power Station poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring an iconic photograph by Jim Hancock from Historic England. This vintage image transports you back in time to 1971, when the Berkeley Nuclear Power Station in Gloucestershire was in full operation. Powered by two Magnox reactors, the station opened its doors in 1962 and operated until its decommissioning in 1989. This evocative print showcases the majestic presence of the power station against the backdrop of its historical significance. Bring a piece of industrial history into your home or office with this stunning, high-quality poster print.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 39.7cm (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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1. Title: Aerial View of the Decommissioned Berkeley Power Station, Gloucestershire, England (1971) 2.. This evocative aerial photograph captures the imposing presence of the Berkeley Power Station as it stood in 1971, before its decommissioning in 1989. Located in the picturesque county of Gloucestershire, England, the power station was a significant landmark in the region, with its two Magnox reactors harnessing nuclear energy to generate electricity for the local population and beyond. Built in 1962, the Berkeley Power Station was a testament to human ingenuity and technological advancement. The image reveals the intricate layout of the power station, with its cooling towers, turbine halls, and various support structures spread out across the landscape. The symmetrical arrangement of the buildings and the meticulously planned layout are a testament to the precision and planning involved in the construction of such a complex infrastructure. The photograph, taken by renowned British photographer Jim Hancock, offers a unique perspective on the power station, revealing its vast scale and intricate details. The aerial view allows us to appreciate the power station not only as an essential source of electricity but also as an architectural and engineering marvel. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of the transformative impact of nuclear power on our modern world. The Berkeley Power Station, though now decommissioned, stands as a symbol of the progress and innovation that characterized the mid-20th century. This photograph serves as a valuable historical record, offering a glimpse into a bygone era and a reminder of the enduring legacy of human achievement.
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