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London Bridge Clock Unveiling

Service
Photography
EDITORIAL USE ONLY A new 1.8-metre-tall railway timepiece is unveiled at London Bridge station, designed by Design Bridge and

EDITORIAL USE ONLY A new 1.8-metre-tall railway timepiece is unveiled at London Bridge station, designed by Design Bridge and Partners as the winning entry in an international competition held by Network Rail, the Royal Institute of British Architects, and the Design Museum, marking the railways’ first national clock design in over 50 years and celebrating the 200th anniversary of Britain’s first railway.Photo: Matt Crossick Media Assignments / PA11 Oct 2025

  • The Project

    London Bridge clock unveiling

  • Service

    Photography

The Brief

Network Rail, alongside the Royal Institute of British Architects, Design Bridge and Partners, and the Design Museum, unveiled therailway’s first new national clock design in over half a century. The launch celebrated200 years of Britain’s railways, with the clock symbolically marking a new era in rail design.

EDITORIAL USE ONLY A new 1.8-metre-tall railway timepiece is unveiled at London Bridge station, designed by Design Bridge and

EDITORIAL USE ONLY A new 1.8-metre-tall railway timepiece is unveiled at London Bridge station, designed by Design Bridge and Partners as the winning entry in an international competition held by Network Rail, the Royal Institute of British Architects, and the Design Museum, marking the railways’ first national clock design in over 50 years and celebrating the 200th anniversary of Britain’s first railway.Photo: Matt Crossick Media Assignments / PA11 Oct 2025

Approach & Solution

Capturing strong imagery in the bustling setting of London Bridge Station required timing, creativity, and composure. Our photographer worked amidst heavy footfall, balancing shots of the 1.8m clock with natural public activity, ensuring the focus remained on the design itself.

Results

A striking visual story showcasing both the craftsmanship and cultural significance of the new timepiece. The photos were widely used across the media, with features inThe Guardian,The i, andThe Daily Mirror, among others. The imagery continues to support Network Rail’s storytelling across press and digital channels — reinforcing their commitment to design and heritage.

EDITORIAL USE ONLY A new 1.8-metre-tall railway timepiece is unveiled at London Bridge station, designed by Design Bridge and

EDITORIAL USE ONLY A new 1.8-metre-tall railway timepiece is unveiled at London Bridge station, designed by Design Bridge and Partners as the winning entry in an international competition held by Network Rail, the Royal Institute of British Architects, and the Design Museum, marking the railways’ first national clock design in over 50 years and celebrating the 200th anniversary of Britain’s first railway.Photo: Matt Crossick Media Assignments / PA11 Oct 2025