Heights Collection (page 4)

Men balance precariously 100ft up the radio mast at Gaythorn Gas Works. 26th November 1970

Construction of the GPO Tower, London. 15th July 1964

Actor Michael Crawford pictured during filming at Station House, a 200 foot high building on the North Circular Road in London with stuntman Derek Ware for the BBC television comedy series "

Highwire walker Rudi Omankowsky, crossed the 320 yards of the Cheddar Gorge blindfolded. 450 feet at the highest end, 380 feet at the lower end. The cable weighed 700 lbs and took 4 days to erect

A workman perched above the maddening crowds, takes a lunchtime snooze in the warm October sun in the centre of Leeds, while shoppers walk past below. Leeds, West Yorkshire, 18th October 1962

Children make a human pyramid on a lifeguard look-out tower at a Butlins holiday camp June 1950

Children in Westminster Clock Tower, London. Also known by its nickname Big Ben. 28th May 1954

Men cutting down a tree in Fountain Court, The Temple, London, circa 1946

View of Stamford Street, looking towards the Blackfriars Bridge End, London, 24th June 1934

Two skiers seen here on the recently opened White Lady chair lift on Cairngorm 3rd January 1962

Workman James Woods demolishing a chimney stack with his pickaxe in the shadow of St Pauls cathedral, after the building was damaged in an air raid during the Second World War. March 1942

Window cleaner Adrian Rogers in his cradle as he cleans one of the many windows at the GPO Tower in London. 7th June 1966

Window cleaner Adrian Rogers in his cradle as he cleans one of the many windows at the GPO Tower in London. 7th June 1966

Way up on the high scaffolding of the new Bankside power station, which is towering over the tiny house in which Christopher Wren lived

Workmen busy cleaning windows 1000 ft up the Empire State building in Manhatten New York 17th February 1964

Steeplejacks working on the north west tower chimney of Battersea Power Station. August 1949

Karl Wallenda successfully walks 100 feet above the ground near Tower Bridge, London today. November 1976

XNBL-1 AS64215 main undercarriage bungee shock absorber
Main undercarriage unit bungee shock absorber of Engineering Division XNBL-1 AS64215, (also known as The Barling Bomber and Witteman-Lewis XNBL-1 and McCook Field Project P-303)

Engineering Division XNBL-1 AS64215 forward fuselage
Forward fuselage of Engineering Division XNBL-1 AS64215, (also known as The Barling Bomber and Witteman-Lewis XNBL-1 and McCook Field Project P-303)

Engineering Division XNBL-1 AS64215, (also known as The Barling Bomber and Witteman-Lewis XNBL-1 and McCook Field Project P-303), during manufacture at Witteman-Lewis Co

Engineering Division XNBL-1 AS64215 main undercarriage
Main undercarriage unit of Engineering Division XNBL-1 AS64215, (also known as The Barling Bomber and Witteman-Lewis XNBL-1 and McCook Field Project P-303), during manufacture at Witteman-Lewis Co

On the Heights Date: 1909

Harbour of Dover from the Western heights 1846
Western Heights view, looking over the port. Date: 1846

Building Site Trauma
An awkward accident on a skyscraper building site: a man is carried aloft by a crane Date: 1915

KNIGHT IN FOREST
An armed knight rides beside a stream in a deep wood : a castle stands on the heights beyond

Doulus Bay and Head from Valentia Heights, Co Kerry
Doulus Bay and Head from Valentia Heights, County Kerry, Republic of Ireland by J. Hinde

Brocks Monument, Queenstown Heights, Ontario, Canada Date: 1913

Oberammergau, Germany viewed from the Laberjoch
Oberammergau, Germany viewed from the slopes of the Laberjoch (1600+m above!!!). Date: 1930s

Vancouver, Canada - Residential View on Shaughnessy Heights Date: 1919

North America, USA, Minnesota, Mendota Heights, Super Moon

Roberts Heights, Pretoria, Transvaal, South Africa
Officers Club and cricket ground, Roberts Heights, a British garrison town near Pretoria, Transvaal, South Africa. Date: circa 1905

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"Reaching New Heights: From the Afghan War to the Geography of Iceland" Embarking on a journey through heights, we delve into various landscapes and historical moments that have shaped our perception of elevation. Starting with the Afghan War and Dargai, we witness the bravery and resilience displayed by soldiers in their pursuit of victory amidst treacherous terrains. Shifting gears to The Geography of Iceland, we are captivated by its majestic peaks and breathtaking vistas. This land of fire and ice showcases nature's raw power at its finest, reminding us of the awe-inspiring beauty found in towering mountains. Moving closer to home, Top Withens in Haworth, West Yorkshire stands as a testament to both literary inspiration and rugged charm. Its windswept moorland setting served as an inspiration for Emily Brontë's Wuthering Heights - a tale that explores love's tumultuous heights. Boldness takes center stage with Alpine Drums (Colour Litho), where vibrant hues dance across paper depicting daring mountaineers conquering unforgiving summits. Their audacity reminds us that true greatness lies beyond comfort zones. Traveling back in time to 1885, we encounter The Most Famous Buildings of the World - an architectural marvel capturing human ambition reaching new heights. These iconic structures stand tall as testaments to human ingenuity throughout history. DDE-90026938 invites us into a world where dreams meet reality; it symbolizes chasing aspirations on paper trails laid out by W H Robinson. In this pursuit, one can discover untapped potential hidden within themselves. Exploring Principal Eminences of the British Isles (coloured engraving), we gain insight into Britain's diverse topography - from rolling hills to dramatic cliffs. Each peak holds stories waiting to be unearthed while showcasing nature's grandeur. Actor Michael Crawford graces our journey twice: during filming at Station House and during a Christmas special for BBC.