Since the Victorian era, circular gas holders became commonplace industrial icons on our urban skylines. The design of vast telescoping tanks to store coal (town) gas was at the vanguard of civil engineering. They represented a modernising Britain, and for three decades after World War II were visible icons of our nationalised utilities, metal symbols for a vital infrastructure held in common for the public good.
In 1965, North Sea natural gas was discovered. The UK supply network was converted from coal gas, and gas holders were only required for additional storage. As network capacity grew, gas holder utilisation dwindled.
By the 1990s they were redundant; widespread dismantling of the metal giants began in 2000.
Architectural photographer Richard Chivers has spent eight years capturing these iconic structures before they disappear.
Opening night party for our exhibition, free for members of the public to attend, please book via eventbrite link as capacity is limited.
Tickets/Booking:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/richard-chivers-off-grid-private-view-tickets-609276521477
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Image: Photograph: Richard Chivers
London SE8 4AL
SE84AL
Deptford railway station: 2 mins; New Cross railway/Overground station: 8 mins; Deptford Bridge DLR: 10 mins. Resolution Way runs alongside the railway tracks, the venue is opposite the Commando Temple Gym, on the opposite side from the railway viaduct.
Nearest station: Deptford National Rail Station (Southeastern and Thameslink services)
Wheelchair accessible
Assistance dogs welcome
Accessible toilet
Gender Neutral Toilet
For queries regarding access requirements for this event please contact: gareth@garethgardner.com
