London and Birmingham Railway

Map, paper on linen with buckram-covered bookboard covers, London and Birmingham Railway, published by Charles Frederick Cheffins of Holborn, London and Wrightson & Webb of Birmingham, 1 Jan. 1838. This example was published by Cheffins. Cover bears the London & Birmingham Railway crest in gilt. Back of the map features distance and fare information. In 2 sheets.

This map was issued before the railway was formally opened on 9 April 1838, and before the line was actually complete. The section between Denbigh Hall and Rugby had to be carried out by stage coach until later in 1838, which is noted in the text on the back of the map.