Greetings Card > Mary Evans Prints Online > New Images from the Grenville Collins
Greetings Card : The M1 Motorway - 3 Service Stations - Dunstable turn-off
Cards from Mary Evans Picture Library
The M1 Motorway - 3 Service Stations - Dunstable turn-off
The first section of the M1 Motorway (55 miles in length, spanned by 134 bridges) - 3 Service Stations (Fortes Restaurant, a Service Area Aproach and a Pedestrian bridge at a Service Station) and the turn-off for the A5 at Dunstable! The M1 opened in 1958 Date: circa 1959
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 18073113
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1959 Approach Area Dunstable Fortes Motorway Pedestrian Restaurant Roadway Stations
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Travel down memory lane with our unique M1 Motorway Greetings Cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring a nostalgic image of the M1 Motorway's first section, spanning 55 miles and 134 bridges, this card design showcases the iconic Fortes Restaurant at one of the three service stations located at the Dunstable turn-off. Perfect for sending a thoughtful message to a loved one who enjoys reminiscing about road trips or appreciates the beauty of engineering marvels, our M1 Motorway Greetings Cards are a must-have for your collection. Order yours today from Media Storehouse and add a touch of nostalgia to your correspondence.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 12.5cm x 15.9cm (4.9" x 6.3")
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken circa 1959, showcases an early section of the M1 Motorway, the United Kingdom's first inter-city motorway, which opened in 1958. Spanning an impressive 55 miles and featuring 134 bridges, the M1 was a groundbreaking engineering feat of the 1950s. In this image, three service stations can be seen along the motorway. The first is the iconic Fortes Restaurant, a popular stop for weary travelers seeking a respite from their journey. The second is a Service Area Approach, designed to provide motorists with essential facilities such as fuel, food, and restrooms. The third service station is visible via the pedestrian bridge, allowing travelers to safely cross the motorway and access amenities. The turn-off for the A5 at Dunstable is also clearly visible in the photograph. This junction was an essential connection for motorists traveling between the M1 and other parts of the country. The M1's opening in 1958 revolutionized long-distance travel in the UK, making it faster and more convenient than ever before. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of motorway travel in the UK, showcasing the innovative design and infrastructure that made the M1 a symbol of progress and modernity in the 1950s.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
