Barclays Bank Collection

Northwood from railway bridge 1935

Barclays Bank at Canary Wharf in London UK
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The Worlds First ATM, Cash Machine is unveiled at Barclays Bank, in Enfield, Middlesex, just North of London. 27th June 1967. Picture shows actor Reg Varney in his white cap

Shops on Cardiff Road, Caerphilly. August 1963

A welcome addition to the shopping facilities at Pontypridd is the Taff Street, flower beds and seats, . For busy shoppers to rest their feet and chat in the sunshine. 23rd July 1968

Joseph Gurney (b1796), at the age of 20, c1816. The Gurney family of Norwich was an influential family of English Quakers that established Gurneys bank in 1770

William Curtis Greens building in Piccadilly, originally built as a car showroom for Wolseley Motors (b / w photo)
3637701 William Curtis Greens building in Piccadilly, originally built as a car showroom for Wolseley Motors (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Aftermath of a raid, The Arcade, New Street, Birmingham. April 1941

Westminster Abbey in London, by night Picture taken circa 1st January 1975

Market Place in Durham City, County Durham. 24th May 1969

Milk Cart, restive horse in Shafts, taken in Holborn June 1946

Penzance the most Westerly town in Gt. Britain. This is Market Jew street the towns most important shopping centre, and the domed Market House

Elizabeth Gurney (b1790), at the age of 27 (circa), 1817
Elizabeth Gurney (b1790), at the age of 27 (circa), c1817. Afterwards Mrs Robert Barclay, of Leyton. The Gurney family of Norwich was an influential family of English Quakers that established Gurneys

Troops operating Nordia hotel building overlooking
Troops operating from Nordia hotel building overlooking Jaffa Road and Barclays Bank, showing heliograph operator signaling to troops on Tower of David, Jerusalem, Israel

Palestine disturbances 1936 Friday military pay
Palestine disturbances 1936. Friday military pay, being taken from Barclays Bank under escort of mounted machine-gun. 1936

Broadwater Parish Church, near Worthing, West Sussex. 14 March 1931

Hebron Attack, 1938

Banking and financial sector buildings at Canary Wharf in London UK from the Docklands Light Railway
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"Barclays Bank: A Journey Through Time and Space" Step back in time to 1935, where the picturesque Northwood railway bridge stands tall, overlooking the evolving landscape. Fast forward to present-day London, and you'll find the iconic Barclays Bank at Canary Wharf, a symbol of modernity amidst the bustling city. But let's not forget the groundbreaking moments that shaped history. In Enfield, Middlesex, Barclays Bank proudly unveiled the world's first ATM or cash machine—an innovation that revolutionized banking forever. Meanwhile, Joseph Gurney embarked on his journey at just 20 years old in 1816, laying down foundations for future success. Venturing further afield to Pontypridd reveals Taff Street—a welcome addition to shopping facilities—bringing convenience and joy to locals. William Curtis Green's building in Piccadilly tells tales of its past as a car showroom for Wolseley Motors through an enchanting black-and-white photo. Elizabeth Gurney shines brightly in our narrative too; her presence felt at age 27 (circa) in 1817—a testament to strength and resilience. However, not all chapters are filled with joyous tales; we witness the aftermath of a raid at The Arcade on New Street in Birmingham during April 1941—a reminder of darker times endured. Returning once more to Enfield Middlesex brings us full circle—the birthplace of another monumental moment—the unveiling of yet another world-first ATM or cash machine within Barclays Bank itself. This technological marvel continues its legacy today across countless branches worldwide. As we travel beyond London's borders into Caerphilly and Cardiff Road shops from August 1963 come alive with vibrant activity—an embodiment of community spirit and commerce intertwined harmoniously. And who could resist capturing Westminster Abbey by night circa January 1975? Its timeless beauty transcends eras effortlessly.