'The Last Hurrah' - Fine Art Tray Frame

'The Last Hurrah'

Having taken over the train at Edinburgh, Class 55 Deltic 55008 ‘The Green Howards’ stands at Newcastle Central station in the early hours of 30th December 1981 (02.45) with the Up ‘Night Aberdonian’.

This was the locomotive’s last revenue-earning service; it was withdrawn the following day with brake-block issues and flat batteries at Finsbury Park MPD. Three days after this photograph was taken, the remaining Deltics were withdrawn from BR service. Just 20 years after their introduction swept away the Gresley Pacifics, they were themselves replaced by High Speed Trains. This is probably one of the last photographs, if not the last, of this locomotive in British Rail Service.

Some BRUTEs and trollies can be seen further down the platform, as is the obligatory Gateshead-based Class 03 shunter next to some parcels carriages behind the loco. The shunter and the carriages were ever-present and became the stuff of 'Legends'!

What is the Fine Art Tray Frame?

The Fine Art Tray Frame combines Fine Art Pearl paper, and a Tray Frame moulding, creating the perfect luxurious product. The Fine Art Pearl paper has a textured surface which is preserved and enhanced with a protective laminate. For this product we only offer a Black frame, in 16" x 12" or 24" x 18" sizes. The frame comes with an enhanced hanging system. Further details can be found here.

These products are delivered by DPD courier.

Our Recommendation

This product is only available with a Fine Art Pearl paper, which is then coated to preserve the surface. We have chosen a black frame to complement the print.