Behind the Scenes at Blackfriars
Had a look behind the scenes at Blackfriars station shortly before it was completed. I got to wear a hard hat, boots and reflective clothing and that was as exciting as the visit itself.
Had a look behind the scenes at Blackfriars station shortly before it was completed. I got to wear a hard hat, boots and reflective clothing and that was as exciting as the visit itself.
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