Britain’s first set of automatic traffic lights came into operation at Princes Square, Wolverhampton


Saturday 5th November 1927

Britain’s first set of automatic traffic lights came into operation at Princes Square, Wolverhampton. The modern traffic lights at this location have the traditional striped poles to commemorate this milestone. Princes Square was also the location of the United Kingdom’s first pedestrian safety barriers, which were erected in 1934.


Leave a Reply

365 Days Of Motoring

Recent Posts

Categories

Disclaimer

I We have no wish to abuse copyright regulations and we apologise unreservedly if this occurs. If you own any of the material published please get in touch.