Tunnel Collection

Schlieren photograph of a Concorde model in a wind tunnel

Coal mine in England, 1850s
Removing coal in the Bradley mine, Staffordshire, England, 1850s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

The hollow head of the Sphinx, Egypt
Remarkable discoveries within the Sphinx: the temple within its hollow head. Professor G. A. Reisners interesting discoveries. A diagrammatic view of hidden temples and a stairway inside the Sphinx

Underground Tube Train
A Northern Line train on its way to Kennington, via Charing Cross emerges overground from a tunnel

Box Station, 1885
A view of Box station in 1885, showing a standard gauge locomotive stood on mixed gauge track. The West portal of Middle Hill Tunnel can be seen in the distance

The Tube Station, c. 1932 (linocut printed in colours on tissue Japan)
659543 The Tube Station, c.1932 (linocut printed in colours on tissue Japan) by Power, Cyril Edward (1874-1951); 25.5x29 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tube Station)

Aston Villa v Santos. Pictured, Pele coming on to the pitch. 21st February 1972

A Miner Success by Bruce Bairnsfather, WW1 cartoon
" They must ave ad some good news or somethin, Alf; you can ear em cheerin quite plain." Two British Tommies, Bill and Alf

Brunels tunnelling shield
The tunnelling shield, or excavating machine designed by Sir Marc Isambard Brunel (1769- 1849) & used in the construction of the lining of the Thames tunnel

Tram in the Kingsway Subway, London, 1931, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Tram in the Kingsway Subway, London, 1931, (1933). Kingsway Subway, the underground link connecting the tramway services in North and South London

The Thames Tunnel between Wapping and Rotherhithe, designed and constructed by Marc Isambard Brunel. circa 1840s

Coal Miner
A miner pushing a coal truck, 1878. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Red torii gate tunnel at Fushimi Inari Shinto shrine in Kyoto, Japan

The Ghost Train, travel on the thrills and laughter line
The Ghost Train, Do you feel like Nothing on Earth? Then there is an Express reason why you should see The Ghost Train with a real Bogey

Steam locomotive Sir Nigel Gresley, Welwyn Garden City
Steam locomotive 60007, Sir Nigel Gresley, near the Welwyn Garden City tunnel. It was built in 1937, and is still preserved today. Date: circa 1960s

Senbon Torii, tunnels of red torii gates, at Fushimi Inari Shinto shrine in Kyoto, Japan

New Cooks Kitchen, Illogan, Cornwall. Early 1900s
Chappels (engine) shaft at the 406 level. This shows a typical Cornish kibble, with curved sides to prevent snagging, which has been hoisted from below by an air winch

Swindon Works Tunnel Entrance, 1935
A sea of men can be seen leaving the Works, probably at lunchtime. This was the main entrance tunnel for the Works. The doors were promptly closed after each call for work

Box Tunnel, Wilts
Isambard Kingdom Brunels famous Box Tunnel, Corsham, Wiltshire, took 5 years (1836- 41) to build. Two miles long, it was the longest railway tunnel in Europe when it opened

1969 Monaco Grand Prix. Monte Carlo, Monaco. 15-18th May 1969. Bruce McLaren, McLaren M7C Ford, 5th position. Ref: 69MON34. World Copyright: LAT Photographic

Senbon tunnel of Torii gates, Fushimi Inari shrine, Kyoto, Japan
Senbon Torii, tunnels of red torii gates, at Fushimi Inari Shinto shrine in Kyoto, Japan

Narrow boat entering a tunnel, Llangollen Canal, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The Severn Tunnel, c1886
This image of the English portal of the tunnel was probably taken soon after it was completed

Brunels Thames Tunnel
Brunels Thames tunnel - the method of work, whereby a number of labourers could work side by side

Thames Tunnel entrance
A view of the entrance to the Wapping-Rotherhithe tunnel under the Thames, the worlds first underwater tunnel, completed by Marc Brunel in 1843

A biplane and a steam train
Speed on the rails and in the air. A biplane flying over a steam train - the London Express - about to disappear into a tunnel. Date: 1928

Hawaii, Kauai, Tunnels Beach, Palm Tree On The Beach

Swindon Works tunnel entrance, 1966
This was the main Swindon Works tunnel entrance. The image was taken in 1966 when the new sign had been erected. The two smaller signs display access time for vehicles

Rasselas and Imlac digging a tunnel
Rasselas, Prince of Abyssinia, together with his companion, the wise man Imlac, digging a tunnel in order to escape the Happy Valley and see what life is like beyond it

Opening of the Mersey Tunnel - Liverpool Date: 1934

High speed train emerging from tunnel in the Box Valley, Avon, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Regents Canal / Islington
Regents Canal East entrance at Islington tunnel

ENGLAND: COAL MINERS. Coal miners at the Tilmanstone mine in Kent, England, early 20th century

Illustration of Red Fox and European Badger living and breeding in burrow system with stoat and rabbits

Under Tilmanstone
A miner working underground in Tilmanstone Colliery, in Kent. Photograph taken using Sashalite lighting equipment

Clerkenwell Tunnel
January 1868: Entrance to Clerkenwell Tunnel on the Metropolitan railway. (Photo by Rischgitz/Getty Images)

Tunnel of Trees, or Mill Lane, near Halnaker village, leading to Halnaker Windmill, West Sussex, England

Europe, Greece, Santorini, Pyrgos. Building passageway. Credit as: Jim Nilsen / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

Carn Euny Ancient Village N160024
CARN EUNY ANCIENT VILLAGE, Cornwall. Interior of fogou, viewed from the west

Tunnel of red torii gates, Fushimi Inari shrine, Kyoto, Japan
Senbon Torii, tunnels of red torii gates, at Fushimi Inari Shinto shrine in Kyoto, Japan

The Forth Bridge
circa 1927: A train going over the Forth Bridge. (Photo by Central Press/Getty Images)

Ludlow Station, Shropshire
A general view of Ludlow station in Shropshire, showing the old Victorian station buildings that were demolished in the late 1960s. Beyond the station platforms the end of Ludlow Tunnel can be seen

View from the cliff over the slipway and cottages behind, Porthgwarra, Cornwall. Early 1900s
A view of fishing boats out of the water near the top of the slipway. The cottages can be seen behind, surrounded by small enclosed fields

A London Underground platform at Bank station
An empty London Underground platform at Bank station, on the Northern Line. early 1930s

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Box Hill, Wiltshire. Box Tunnel West Portal. The tunnel was constructed for the Great Western Main Line between 1838 and 1841. The West Portal was designed by Brunel in a grand classical style

View of the (proposed) western archway of the Thames Tunnel, London, c1831. The Thames Tunnel, connecting Wapping and Rotherhithe, was the first underwater tunnel in the world

Stunt woman rides through flames on motorbike
Sue, 23, one of a team of stunt women, rides her motorbike through a twenty-foot long tunnel of burning hay bales. Wearing only a T-shirt and hot pants she entered the tunnel at 60 mph

New Cooks Kitchen, Illogan, Cornwall. Late 1800s
Solitary miner at 234 level. Photographer: John Charles Burrow (1852 - 1914)

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"Tunneling Through Time: A Journey into the Depths" Step into a world of hidden wonders and mysterious passages as we explore the captivating concept of tunnels. From engineering marvels to historical landmarks, these subterranean pathways have shaped our past and continue to intrigue us today. In the realm of science, a Schlieren photograph captures the elegance of a Concorde model gracefully gliding through a wind tunnel. This snapshot unveils the intricate artistry behind aerodynamics, where innovation meets precision. Travel back in time to 1885 when Box Station emerged as an architectural gem. Nestled within its charming walls lies a secret passage that once echoed with bustling activity, transporting passengers from one destination to another with seamless efficiency. Delve even deeper into history and discover the coal mines of England in the 1850s. These underground labyrinths were not only crucial for fueling industrial progress but also symbolized resilience and determination amidst challenging conditions faced by hardworking miners. Venturing beneath bustling city streets, we encounter an Underground Tube Train hurtling through darkened tunnels. As commuters rush towards their destinations, they become part of an interconnected web that keeps cities alive day after day. For thrill-seekers seeking excitement on "The Ghost Train, " laughter intertwines with adrenaline as travelers embark on this spine-tingling journey through twists and turns. Brace yourself for unexpected surprises lurking around every corner. During World War I, Bruce Bairnsfather's poignant cartoon "A Miner Success" immortalizes the bravery and camaraderie shared among coal miners who tunneled deep beneath enemy lines – heroes whose contributions often went unnoticed but were vital to victory. Marvel at Brunel's ingenious tunnelling shield – an invention that revolutionized construction techniques during his era. This remarkable device paved the way for ambitious projects like The Thames Tunnel between Wapping and Rotherhithe – an engineering triumph connecting two sides of London's iconic river.