Buses

London Buses Metal Sign Two classic London buses in their bright red livery.  Buses have been used on the streets of London since the early 19th century.  These buses had open platforms at the back which enabled quick boarding and disembarkation, even between stops, although they did leave those at the back of the bus exposed to the elements. The destinations of the buses are clearly shown on the…

RT1 at Piccadilly Greetings Card The RT1 prototype London bus entered service in August 1939, shortly before the start of World War II.  It was timber framed but was the precursor for the Routemaster, the iconic, red London bus. They dominated the streets of London in the 1950s and 1960s, with nearly 7000 in service.  The RT1 was used by London Transport in various roles until 1978.  Eventually it…

See London by Bus Art Print by Barry Goodman 30x40 cm This is a mounted print of a red, London bus in front of a skyline comprised of many of London's famous landmarks, from St Paul's, to the London Eye, to the Shard. Barry Goodman is a graphic designer and illustrator who went on to train at the London College of Printing.  His favourite subjects are transport and architecture, which are perfectl…

The Routemaster London Bus Metal Sign The Routemaster is the classic, red, London bus, with an engine at the front, rear open platform and a half cab at the front for the driver.  It has been voted as one of the top 10 iconic British designs. Developed post Second World War, the Routemaster was in production by Associated Equipment Company (AEC) from 1954 to 1968.  They continued to be in general…