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Train Problem

One of the major problems which the
planners faced was how to cope with the trains
which pass along the tracks next to Lambeth
Field. Several solutions were suggested.

The buildings could be clustered on the far
side of the field, away from the tracks, thus
considerably cutting down the noise.

Lower structures could be placed closer to
the tracks, and since the railroad line is
considerably higher than the field, most of the
noise would pass over the low buildings. The
planners stated that the ground vibrations from
the passing trains would be minimal.