Railway Posters Collection

Great Central Railway: excursion to Bridlington, Filey and Scarborough, 1911
Dean and Dawsons express excursion to Bridlington, Filey and Scarborough. Trains depart from Wadsley Bridge, Neepsend, Eckington and Renishaw, Killamarsh, Beighton, Woodhouse, Sheffield Victoria

Great Central Railway: poster advertising, excursions to Newark, Sleaford, Boston, Skegness, Mablethorpe
Trains depart from Tinsley, Broughton Lane, Attercliffe, Sheffield Victoria Station, Darnall and Woodhouse, etc. From an original at Sheffield Libraries: y14010

Great Central Railway: excursions to Nottingham Goose Fair, 1901
Also English League football matches (Notts County v Bradford City and Middlesbrough; and Nottingham and District Fanciers Societys poultry, Pigeon etc)

Great Northern Railway and Great Central Railway: excursions to Newark, Sleaford, Boston, Skegness, Mablethorpe
Trains depart from Wadsley Bridge, Sheffield Victoria Station, Darnall and Woodhouse, etc. From an original at Sheffield Libraries: y14007

Special fast train excursion to Sheffield United v Manchester City, 1911
From an original at Sheffield Libraries: y13994

Great Central Railway: Dean and Dawsons through excursion to Blackpool and the Isle of Man
Trains depart from Woodhouse Station, etc. From an original at Sheffield Libraries: y14005

Great Central Railway: A Holiday in the Country, Dean and Dawsons express excursion to Heath, 1911
Trains depart from Sheffield Victoria Station, Darnall, Woodhouse, Beighton and Killamarsh, etc. From an original at Sheffield Libraries: y14002

Great Central Railway: Dean and Dawsons through express excursion to Haydock Park, 1912
Trains depart from Sheffield Victoria Station, etc. From an original at Sheffield Libraries: y14004

Great Central Railway: Worksop Pleasure and Cattle Fair, 1911
Trains depart from Sheffield Victoria, Darnall and Woodhouse, etc. From an original at Sheffield Libraries: y14000

Aberystwyth Enquiry Office, late 1950s
The Enquiry Office at Aberystwyth Station in the late 1950's is the subject of this photograph. These three employees would have had a public facing role helping passengers with the details

reat Central Railway: Dean and Dawsons corridor dining car express to London, 1912
Trains depart from Sheffield Victoria Station every Thursday and Saturday. Luncheon on outward journey. Supper on return. From an original at Sheffield Libraries: y14008

Great Central Railway: Sunday excursions to Lincoln, 1912
From an original at Sheffield Libraries: y13993

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Step back in time with these captivating railway posters from the early 1900s. These vintage advertisements offer a glimpse into the past, showcasing the exciting destinations and events that were accessible through rail travel. One such poster, dating back to 1911, promotes an excursion by the Great Central Railway to Bridlington, Filey, and Scarborough. Imagine embarking on a scenic journey along the picturesque coastline of England's east coast. In another poster from 1912, the Great Central Railway advertises excursions to Newark, Sleaford, Boston, Skegness, Mablethorpe, Mumby Road, and Sutton on Sea. These destinations promise delightful seaside escapes or visits to charming towns steeped in history. The year 1901 saw an enticing invitation for travelers to experience Nottingham Goose Fair through an excursion organized by the Great Central Railway. This event would have offered a vibrant atmosphere filled with thrilling rides and traditional fairground attractions. Collaborating with the Great Northern Railway in 1912 allowed even more opportunities for exploration. Jointly promoting trips to Newark, Sleaford Boston Skegness Mablethorpe Mumby Road and Sutton on Sea opened up endless possibilities for adventure seekers. Moving forward into late 1950s Aberystwyth Enquiry Office poster highlights this Welsh town as a destination worth discovering during this era of change and modernization. Sports enthusiasts were not forgotten either. A special fast train excursion was arranged in 1911 for fans eager to witness Sheffield United v Manchester City match firsthand - truly a treat for football lovers. For those seeking longer getaways Dean & Dawsons express excursions became synonymous with luxury travel experiences. Their offerings included trips like Blackpool combined with Isle of Man or Heath countryside escape both taking place in 1911. Haydock Park horse racing enthusiasts could enjoy Dean & Dawsons through express excursion specifically tailored towards their passion during summer of 1912.