Nostalgic Railway & Seaside Ephemera Trio – London Underground, LNER Steam Train & Cleethorpes Postcard
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Step back into a bygone era with this charming little collection of vintage ephemera, perfect for railway enthusiasts and lovers of seaside nostalgia alike.
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Included in this trio:
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London Underground “Steam on the Met” Ticket – A special issue commemorative ticket for a heritage steam service between Harrow-on-the-Hill and Amersham. These excursions, run by London Underground from the late 20th century, celebrated the Metropolitan Line’s steam heritage. Numbered and marked “Not Transferable,” this ticket is a genuine piece of London Transport history.
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BBC Hulton Picture Library Railway Postcard – A striking black-and-white image of the LNER Class B3 4-6-0 No. 6167 departing King’s Cross with the Harrogate Pullman in 1925. This reproduction postcard, issued by the BBC’s Hulton Picture Library, captures the golden age of mainline steam travel.
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Hand-Tinted Postcard of Cleethorpes – Dolphin Gardens – Produced by R.A. (Postcards) Ltd., London, this colourful card shows a bustling seaside scene with floral gardens, flags, and the pier beyond. Typical of mid-20th century British seaside souvenirs, it reflects the holiday spirit of a popular Lincolnshire resort.
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Condition: All pieces are in good vintage condition with only light age-related wear. The Cleethorpes postcard is unused.
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A lovely themed bundle bringing together heritage railways and traditional seaside charm – ideal for collectors of transport memorabilia, ephemera, or British nostalgia.
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📏 Ticket measures approx. 9 × 7 cm | Postcards standard size