Red Star Parcels was set up by BR in 1963 utilising passenger trains to transport parcels between railway stations throughout the United Kingdom. Although sold off in the 1990s the distinctive signs can still be seen at many railway locations. Shown here is a staff lapel badge.

Location: Tickets and labels

Original line: British Rail

Photographer: Jim Peebles

Contact photographer: Jim Peebles

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Image number: 31792

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