This Margate tea towel features artwork by Edward Pond (1929–2012), created in his bold and distinctive late-20th-century graphic style. Best known for his iconic Network SouthEast railway posters, Pond captured the energy of British destinations through strong colour, confident line, and dynamic composition.
The design celebrates Dreamland, Margate’s famous seaside amusement park, with the looping curves of the Scenic Railway dominating the scene. Bright blues, reds, yellows, and greens collide in a lively, almost kinetic composition, conveying movement, excitement, and the joyful spectacle of the fairground. Flags, tracks, and geometric forms overlap to create an image that feels exuberant and unmistakably modern.
Originally produced to promote travel by rail, Edward Pond’s posters are now highly collectible examples of British graphic design. This Margate by Train tea towel brings that vibrant railway poster aesthetic into the home, combining seaside nostalgia with everyday practicality.
Printed on 100% cotton and handmade in Britain by our small family business, this tea towel is designed for regular kitchen use while preserving the clarity and impact of Pond’s original artwork.
Details:
Artwork by Edward Pond (1929–2012)
Destination illustrated: Margate, Kent
Dreamland amusement park design
British railway poster–inspired style
100% cotton
Approx. 50 × 75 cm
Handmade in the UK
Hanging loop included
Machine washable at 40°C
Ideal as a Margate souvenir, British seaside gift, or tea towel for lovers of railway posters, modern graphic design, and classic coastal destinations, this piece forms part of our Edward Pond collection, celebrating iconic places through one of Britain’s most influential poster artists.