No 6 Gasholder, Grade II listed industrial structure in Bromley-by-Bow, United Kingdom.
Description
No 6 Gasholder is an industrial structure in Bromley-by-Bow featuring a cylindrical steel framework designed for storing gas supplies. The mechanism included guide rails and an internal lifting system that allowed the storage vessel to move vertically as gas levels changed.
History
This gasholder was built between 1872 and 1878 as part of the Bromley gasworks complex serving East London. The facility operated for over a century before ceasing operations in 2010 as the region's energy supply changed.
Culture
The structure functions as a visual reminder of East London's industrial past and has become a recognizable landmark in the local landscape. Its distinctive cylindrical form shapes how residents and visitors perceive the neighborhood's character.
Practical
The gasholder can be viewed from nearby Twelvetrees Crescent, which offers multiple vantage points for observation and photography. Visiting during daylight hours allows you to see the structure and its details most clearly.
Did you know?
This gasholder belongs to a rare collection of seven Victorian gas storage structures at this location, making it part of an exceptional industrial group. Together, these structures offer a complete record of gas storage technology from the 19th century.
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