London Transport Buses in East London and Essex: The 1960s and 1970s

Relive the golden age of London Transport with a photographic journey through East London and Essex in the 1960s and 1970s.

Starting in Aldgate, this visual history explores the red central bus routes radiating through Hackney, Poplar, and Stratford, and into Essex, covering Romford, Upminster and Brentwood. David Christie captures a bygone era of vintage buses, including RT, RTL, and Routemaster models, navigating the streets and serving communities.

For transport enthusiasts and local history buffs, this collection offers a nostalgic look at the bus routes, garage locations, and Green Line services that shaped the region's identity. Discover the evolution of London Transport through the lens of a dedicated photographer.