Charing Cross Railway Station Collection

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17th August 1913: The indicator board showing train arrivals and departures at Charing Cross Railway Station in London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

The Charing-Cross Railway: the signal station on the north end of the bridge, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The Charing-Cross Railway: the signal station on the north end of the bridge, [London], 1864. 'The signal station...is remarkable for the ingenious character of its arrangements

The Charing-Cross Railway: covered way leading to the platform, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The Charing-Cross Railway: covered way leading to the platform, 1864. 'In no part of London has a greater improvement been made than upon the spot where Hungerford Market once stood

The Charing-Cross Railway: temporary entrance to the station from Villiers-Street, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The Charing-Cross Railway: temporary entrance to the station from Villiers-Street, [London], 1864. 'The temporary entrance to the station will hereafter serve only for empty cabs

The Charing-Cross railway station, as seen from the river, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
The Charing-Cross railway station, as seen from the river [Thames, London], 1864. 'This magnificent structure, with a semicircular roof of iron and glass

Demolition of Hungerford Market to make room for the Charing-Cross Railway Station, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Demolition of Hungerford Market to make room for the Charing-Cross Railway Station, [London], 1862. Our View is taken from the lower end of Villiers-street

London as seen from a Balloon (engraving)
1061644 London as seen from a Balloon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London as seen from a Balloon)

Charing Cross Railway Station, London (engraving)
583495 Charing Cross Railway Station, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charing Cross Railway Station)

The Return of Lord Beaconsfield to London (engraving)
1059772 The Return of Lord Beaconsfield to London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Return of Lord Beaconsfield to London)

The War: Departure of the Prussians from Charing-Cross Railway Station (engraving)
583035 The War: Departure of the Prussians from Charing-Cross Railway Station (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War)

The Charing-Cross Railway Station and Hotel (engraving)
1103337 The Charing-Cross Railway Station and Hotel (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Charing-Cross Railway Station and Hotel)

Sir Garnet Wolseley (engraving)
1061184 Sir Garnet Wolseley (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Garnet Wolseley)

Departure of the Duke and Duchess of Connaught for India, Sergeant-Major Peter Smith
1044572 Departure of the Duke and Duchess of Connaught for India, Sergeant-Major Peter Smith, of the First Battalion Scots Guards

The Charing-Cross Railway Station, as seen from the River (engraving)
1103102 The Charing-Cross Railway Station, as seen from the River (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Charing-Cross Railway Station)

Demolition of Hungerford Market to make Room for the Charing-Cross Railway Station (engraving)
1587701 Demolition of Hungerford Market to make Room for the Charing-Cross Railway Station (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Arrival of General Boulanger at Charing Cross Railway Station from Brussels (engraving)
1055590 The Arrival of General Boulanger at Charing Cross Railway Station from Brussels (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The War, Departure of Prussians from Charing-Cross Railway Station (engraving)
1104496 The War, Departure of Prussians from Charing-Cross Railway Station (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War)

First Class Travel
A first class coach at Charing Cross Station, January 1924. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Charing Cross Station
The new roof of Charing Cross station in London, as seen from the platform, 1907. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Hungerford Bridge from the side and the thames river
Landscape of the Hungerford Bridge from the side and the thames river The Hungerford Bridge crosses the River Thames in London, and lies between Waterloo Bridge and Westminster Bridge

Charing Cross railway station aerial view The Charing Cross railway station is one of 18 stations managed by Network Rail. It is the fifth busiest rail terminal in London

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Charing Cross Railway Station: A Historic Hub of Travel and Events Step into the bustling world of Charing Cross Railway Station, where history intertwines with travel information. From its early days to the present, this iconic London landmark has witnessed countless moments that shaped the city's narrative. London as seen from a Balloon – An engraving captures the breathtaking view of London, showcasing its grandeur and majesty. Charing Cross Railway Station stands proudly amidst this magnificent panorama, connecting people to their destinations. The Return of Lord Beaconsfield to London – Another engraving immortalizes a significant event in British politics. Lord Beaconsfield arrives at Charing Cross Railway Station after his successful diplomatic endeavors abroad, greeted by cheering crowds and adoring supporters. The War: Departure of the Prussians from Charing-Cross Railway Station – Amidst times of conflict, this station served as a departure point for soldiers heading off to battlefields. The image portrays brave Prussian troops bidding farewell to loved ones before embarking on their arduous journey. The Charing-Cross Railway Station and Hotel – An enchanting engraving showcases not only the station but also an adjacent hotel that catered to weary travelers seeking respite during their journeys. It stood as a testament to comfort and convenience in an era defined by exploration. Sir Garnet Wolseley – This distinguished figure graces another engraving connected with Charing Cross Railway Station. Sir Garnet Wolseley was renowned for his military prowess; his presence at the station adds an air of authority and significance. Departure of the Duke and Duchess of Connaught for India – Sergeant-Major Peter Smith presents a bouquet on behalf of non-commissioned officers to bid farewell to royalty departing from Charing-Cross Railway-Station. Such regal departures were marked by pomp and ceremony befitting their noble status.