Blackfriars Underground station
A quintessential snapshot of London's roaring 1920s — here we see the entrance to Blackfriars Underground station in 1924, a bustling gateway to the city’s subterranean arteries. Marked by ornate ironwork and the boldly lettered “PUBLIC SUBWAY” sign, this entryway served not only the Underground but also the L.C.C. Tramways and access to Blackfriars Bridge, linking commuters and pedestrians with the heart of London.
The scene is a portrait of a city on the move. Smartly dressed gentlemen stroll past, hats sharply tilted, while a horse-drawn cart ambles down the street. In the background, early electric signage flickers above the storefronts, contrasting with the enduring brick arches of Victorian infrastructure.
This moment captures a transformative era when the modern metropolis was beginning to take shape — powered by trams, railways, and human ambition.
Do you or your family have any photographs of old London Underground entrances or early commutes? Share them on OldPik.com and help us preserve the living memory of London’s streets.
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Blackfriars station 1924 photo, London underground history, historic tube entrance London, City of London transport past, vintage LCC tramways, old London photos 1920s, public subway architecture, Blackfriars Bridge vintage scene, share old underground photos, London commuting history.
The scene is a portrait of a city on the move. Smartly dressed gentlemen stroll past, hats sharply tilted, while a horse-drawn cart ambles down the street. In the background, early electric signage flickers above the storefronts, contrasting with the enduring brick arches of Victorian infrastructure.
This moment captures a transformative era when the modern metropolis was beginning to take shape — powered by trams, railways, and human ambition.
Do you or your family have any photographs of old London Underground entrances or early commutes? Share them on OldPik.com and help us preserve the living memory of London’s streets.
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Blackfriars station 1924 photo, London underground history, historic tube entrance London, City of London transport past, vintage LCC tramways, old London photos 1920s, public subway architecture, Blackfriars Bridge vintage scene, share old underground photos, London commuting history.
Contributed by OldPik on January 7, 2024
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