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National Grid Collection

National Grid is the backbone of electricity distribution, connecting power stations and substations across the United Kingdom

Background imageNational Grid Collection: An electricity sub station on the outskirts of Manchester, UK

An electricity sub station on the outskirts of Manchester, UK
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Background imageNational Grid Collection: Ferrybridge Power Station, North Yorkshire, UK

Ferrybridge Power Station, North Yorkshire, UK

Background imageNational Grid Collection: Residents at the Nunthorpe consultation exercise inspect maps showing the proposed route

Residents at the Nunthorpe consultation exercise inspect maps showing the proposed route for the giant pylons, to which they voiced strong opposition. 7th February 1991

Background imageNational Grid Collection: Calder Hall nuclear power station, Cumbria. Artist: UKAEA

Calder Hall nuclear power station, Cumbria. Artist: UKAEA
Calder Hall nuclear power station, Cumbria. Calder Hall, the worlds first full scale commercial nuclear power station opened on 17 October 1956

Background imageNational Grid Collection: Mother and Child III - pylons in Kennington

Mother and Child III - pylons in Kennington

Background imageNational Grid Collection: Beneath the pylon - mono

Beneath the pylon - mono

Background imageNational Grid Collection: Underneath the pylon - monochrome

Underneath the pylon - monochrome

Background imageNational Grid Collection: Underneath the pylon

Underneath the pylon

Background imageNational Grid Collection: Under the pylons, Kennington

Under the pylons, Kennington

Background imageNational Grid Collection: Beneath the pylon

Beneath the pylon

Background imageNational Grid Collection: Fisheye view under electricity pylon

Fisheye view under electricity pylon

Background imageNational Grid Collection: Electricity pylon

Electricity pylon

Background imageNational Grid Collection: Electricity Pylons - mother and child

Electricity Pylons - mother and child

Background imageNational Grid Collection: Mother and Child I - pylons in Kennington

Mother and Child I - pylons in Kennington

Background imageNational Grid Collection: Mother and Child II - pylons in Kennington (monochrome)

Mother and Child II - pylons in Kennington (monochrome)

Background imageNational Grid Collection: Under the pylon - monochrome

Under the pylon - monochrome

Background imageNational Grid Collection: Mother and Child II - pylons in Kennington

Mother and Child II - pylons in Kennington

Background imageNational Grid Collection: Row of power pylons at sunset, Mid Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand

Row of power pylons at sunset, Mid Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand

Background imageNational Grid Collection: Wairakei Geothermal Power Station and Waikato River, near Taupo, North Island, New

Wairakei Geothermal Power Station and Waikato River, near Taupo, North Island, New Zealand

Background imageNational Grid Collection: Power lines over houses C018 / 0059

Power lines over houses C018 / 0059
High voltage transmission lines passing over housing estate in Walsall, West Midlands

Background imageNational Grid Collection: Electricity substation C018 / 0054

Electricity substation C018 / 0054
Ocker Hill 275kV electricity substation, Tipton, West Midlands, UK

Background imageNational Grid Collection: Wind turbine C018 / 0047

Wind turbine C018 / 0047
Wind turbine. Photographed in Wales

Background imageNational Grid Collection: New Zealand, North Island, near Taupo, Wairakei Geothermal Power Station and Storm Clouds

New Zealand, North Island, near Taupo, Wairakei Geothermal Power Station and Storm Clouds

Background imageNational Grid Collection: Electricity sub-station

Electricity sub-station. Sub-stations are used to convert electricity from the form used in long- distance power lines to a form appropriate to domestic use

Background imageNational Grid Collection: Energy Recovery Facility, Southampton, UK

Energy Recovery Facility, Southampton, UK
Energy Recovery Facility (ERF), located at Marchwood on the banks of Southampton Water, UK. This ERF helps Hampshire to divert 85 per cent of its household waste away from landfill

Background imageNational Grid Collection: Pylon

Pylon
Electricity pylon. Electricity pylons are steel towers for supporting electricity cables. Collectively these make up the national grid

Background imageNational Grid Collection: Pylon carrying electricity

Pylon carrying electricity
Electricity pylon. Computer-enhanced image of an electricity pylon with glowing cables. Pylons carry the cables that transport electricity from power stations to substations


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National Grid is the backbone of electricity distribution, connecting power stations and substations across the United Kingdom. From an electricity substation on the outskirts of Manchester to Ferrybridge Power Station in North Yorkshire, these structures play a crucial role in supplying energy to homes and businesses. Calder Hall nuclear power station in Cumbria stands as a testament to our nation's commitment to clean energy. The importance becomes evident during consultation exercises like the one held at Nunthorpe, where residents inspect maps showing proposed routes for new infrastructure. This collaborative effort ensures that decisions are made with community input and consideration. Pylons have become iconic symbols of National Grid's presence, such as "Mother and Child III" pylons standing tall in Kennington or the captivating monochrome images captured from underneath these towering structures. Beneath their imposing frames lies a network that powers our lives. A fisheye view under an electricity pylon reveals its intricate design while reminding us of its significance. These steel giants stand strong against time and weather conditions, silently delivering electricity day after day. National Grid connects us all by bridging gaps between power generation sites and consumers. It serves as a lifeline for communities nationwide, ensuring reliable access to electricity for every home, school, hospital, and business. In this ever-evolving world where technology advances rapidly, National Grid remains steadfast in its mission: providing efficient transmission networks that keep our lights on and society moving forward.