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Tram on Madeira Walk, Ramsgate, Kent



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Tram on Madeira Walk, Ramsgate, Kent

Tram on Madeira Walk (operated by The Isle of Thanet Electric Tramways and Lighting Company), Ramsgate, Kent with view outward the Harbour. On 3 August 1905, car 41, during a routine descent of the precipitous, and adverse camber leading down Madeira Walk hill into Ramsgate harbour, suddenly careered out of control, jumping the tracks, causing it to crash straight through the railings, so that it then dropped over the 30 feet (9.1 m) cliff edge adjacent, causing injury to the driver. Date: circa 1908

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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection

Atmospheric Corner Dangerous Electric Isle Lighting Madeira Precipitous Quay Ramsgate Rooftops Scenic Seafront Steep Thanet Tramlines Tramways Turning Walk Tram


A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print

Transport yourself back in time with our stunning Tram on Madeira Walk poster print from Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image, taken from Madeira Walk in Ramsgate, Kent, showcases a vintage tram operated by The Isle of Thanet Electric Tramways and Lighting Company. The tranquil harbor view in the background adds to the idyllic scene. Bring a piece of historical Ramsgate into your home or office with this beautiful poster print from Media Storehouse.

Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 19.4cm (11.9" x 7.6")

Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.


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1. Title: A Perilous Descent: The Tram Disaster on Madeira Walk, Ramsgate, Kent, 1905 This evocative photograph captures the scenic beauty and charm of Ramsgate Harbour in Kent, England, as a vintage tram, operated by The Isle of Thanet Electric Tramways and Lighting Company, navigates the steep and winding Madeira Walk. The atmospheric image, with its rooftops and quaint buildings lining the seafront, transports us back to the early 1900s, when trams were an essential mode of transportation in coastal towns like Ramsgate. However, this seemingly idyllic scene holds a darker past. On a fateful day in August 1905, car 41, as seen in the photograph (circa 1908), experienced a catastrophic incident while descending the precipitous and adverse camber of Madeira Walk hill. The tram, with its passengers on board, suddenly careened out of control, jumping the tracks, and plunged through the railings, plummeting over the 30-foot (9.1 m) cliff edge adjacent to the harbour. The driver sustained injuries in the tragic accident. The steep hill, with its narrow corners and adverse camber, presented a significant challenge for the tram drivers. Despite the danger, the electric trams continued to operate on Madeira Walk, offering a thrilling ride for passengers while also posing a risk to their safety. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the past, showcasing the allure and perils of Ramsgate's coastal townscape during the early 1900s.

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