Traffic Signals Collection

Abbey Place, Torquay in the 1960s showing the landmark elm which was felled in 1980

A clutter of traffic lights, belisha beacons and a big old tree at Abbey Place at the bottom of Fleet Street, Torquay in the early 1960s

Traffic lights on Dillwyn Street, Swansea. Circa 1935

Female Road Sign, Madrid, Spain

Policeman helping children across the road (colour litho)
3092862 Policeman helping children across the road (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Policeman helping children across the road)

The recently completed Rhondda Road bridge and juction, over the River Taff at Pontypridd. To the right of the picture can be seen the modern AEU offices. 31st July 1969

Monrovia, Liberia, West Africa. Published 13th April 1980. A John Smith Sunday People Feature

Redevelopment for new Strand Shopping Centre, Bootle, Merseyside, 10th November 1966

A busy Market Street, Manchester seen here in the 1930s

Foleshill Road, Coventry 24th September 1974

Some of the medieval buildings which are to be preserved when this part of Spon Street is severed by the Ring Road. 29th November 1963

Trolleybus 613 making its way through Finchley to Hampstead Heath Circa 1955

People of Coventry wandered around in a daze taking in the destruction around them following the air raid of the 8th April 1941. 9th April 1941

Light Sculpture by Pierre Vivant Artist in the Docklands London December 1998

Ha penny Bridge, Dublin City, Co Dublin, Ireland

Co Cork, Eyeries Village In The Rain

A view of Grainger Street, Newcastle in 1957

Glowing lanterns hanging over Grant Avenue in Chinatown, San Francisco, California, United States of America, North America

Traffic signals and tall buildings, New York City, New York, United States of America, North America

Traffic signals, New York City, New York, United States of America, North America

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"Journey through Time: Unveiling the Evolution of Traffic Signals" Step into the past and witness the charm of bygone eras as we explore the captivating history of traffic signals. From iconic landmarks to bustling city streets, these snapshots from around the world offer a glimpse into how our roads were once governed. In 1960s Torquay, Abbey Place stood adorned with a majestic elm tree that would later fall in 1980. Amidst this picturesque scene, a New Bond Minicar Mark C convertible gracefully cruised by, powered by its Villiers Single cylinder 2-stroke engine. Abbey Place was not only known for its natural beauty but also for its cluttered array of traffic lights, belisha beacons, and that grand old tree. This intersection became an emblematic sight in Torquay during those times. Meanwhile, Dillwyn Street in Swansea boasted traffic lights dating back to circa 1935. These early signals guided vehicles along their path as they navigated through bustling streets filled with life and activity. Venturing further south to Madrid, Spain, one could stumble upon an intriguing road sign featuring a female figure—a unique twist on traditional signage that added character to the urban landscape. Not far away in Dublin City's Co Dublin region stood Ha'penny Bridge—a symbol of connectivity—where pedestrians crossed over while traffic flowed beneath them. A testament to harmonious coexistence between people and vehicles. Across continents in Monrovia, Liberia—an African gem—traffic signals made their mark amidst vibrant street scenes published on April 13th, 1980. These signals served as vital tools for maintaining order within growing cities across West Africa. Fast forward to Bootle's Merseyside region on November 10th, 1966—the Strand Shopping Centre redevelopment project transformed landscapes while incorporating modernized traffic signal systems into its design blueprint. Stockton-on-Tees hosted an annual outdoor arts festival, the Stockton Riverside Festival in 1994.