May Half Term: Routes and Roundels

Join us during May Half term to celebrate the iconic London transport roundel. Follow a trail around the Museum galleries to discover its history, create your very own design and enjoy storytelling sessions for little ones.

Down Street: Churchill's secret station

Experience the Railway Executive Committee’s bomb-proof headquarters during World War II, the warren of tunnels where Churchill sheltered.

Plan your school visit

Find the information you need to plan and book your visit to London Transport Museum in Covent Garden or the London Transport Museum Depot in Acton, west London.

b/w glass neg, Wartime damage outside Balham station, Topical Press, 1940

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Reference number	2009/12475
Description	A crane clears air raid damage outside Balham station.
Photographer	Topical Press
Dates	15 Dec 1940
Collection	Photographs
Object type	B/w glass neg
Photograph number	U32371
Location	Acton Depot
Topics	Wartime
Completeness	58%

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6.5x5ins
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Medium exterior
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Topical Press, 15 Dec 1940
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Balham High Road Wandsworth SW12

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b/w glass neg, Wartime damage outside Balham station, Topical Press, 1940

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b/w glass neg, Wartime damage outside Balham station, Topical Press, 1940

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People involved

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Museum galleries and Shop