Station Collection (page 100)

Limpley Stoke Station, Wiltshire, c. 1950s
A view of Limpley Stoke Station on the Somerset Wiltshire border, c.1950s, showing the curve of the track and the empty platforms. Limpley Stoke station opened in 1857 and closed in 1966

Saddletank Locomotive at Taunton Station
A view of a Saddletank locomotive being inspected by staff at Taunton Station. Taunton station opened in July 1842 with an unconventional design

The Torbay Express at Taunton Station, Somerset, c. 1939
A view of the Torbay Express being hauled by an unknown Castle Class locomotive at Taunton Station in Somerset, c.1939. Taunton station opened in July 1842 with an unconventional design

Taunton Station, Somerset, c. 1950s
A view of the gantry signals at Taunton station in Somerset, c.1950s. The image also shows a number of railway buildings and rolling stock in the sidings in the background

Exterior of Taunton Station, Somerset, c. 1950s
An exterior view of Taunton Station in Somerset, c.1950s, showing a number of cars parked outside the station building. Taunton station opened in July 1842 with an unconventional design

Felin Fach Station and Signal Box, Wales
A view of Felin Fach station in Powys, Wales, showing the station building and signal box. The station opened in May 1911 as Ystrad station, but was renamed Felin Fach in January 1913

Clydach Station, Monmouthshire, c. 1910
Clydach Station was originally part of the Merthyr, Tredegar and Abergavenny Railway, which then became part of the London and North Western Railway

Westbury Station and Iron Works, c. 1900
A general view of Westbury Station and iron works in Wiltshire, c.1900, with GWR toplight carriages traversing the line. Westbury station opened in 1848

Workers in front of locomotive GWR 1307. Possibly around 1895
A group of railway workers in front of the Great Western Railway engine 1307. The 2-4-2T engine was built by in 1895 by Kitson and Company and was withdrawn from service in 1926. Photographer: Unknown

Bradford on Avon Station, c. 1960s
A view of Bradford on Avon Station in Wiltshire, c.1960s, showing the wooden and totem nameboards, as well as the covered footbridge in the background

Bradford on Avon Station, c. 1930s
A view of Bradford on Avon Station in Wiltshire, c.1930s, showing the station buildings and covered footbridge and several porter trolleys

Wootton Bassett Junction Station, c. 1960
A view of Wootton Bassett Junction station in Wiltshire, looking west, c.1960, showing the station nameboard, tracks and covered footbridge

Wootton Bassett Junction Station, c. 1930
An elevated view of Wootton Bassett Junction station in Wiltshire, c.1930, showing the covered footbridge between the platforms

Wootton Bassett Junction Station, c. 1920
A view of Wootton Bassett Junction station in Wiltshire, c.1920, showing horse drawn vehicles in the yard, some laden with milk churns

Cirencester Town Station and Railbus (W799xx), c. 1960
A view of Cirencester Town Station in Gloucestershire, and Railbus (W799xx), c.1960. The station opened in May 1841 and closed in April 1964

Cirencester Town Station forecourt, c. 1960
A view of Cirencester Town station in Gloucestershire, c.1960, showing a railbus (W799XX) sitting in the station. The station opened in May 1841 and closed in April 1964

Cirencester Town Station platform, c. 1960
A view of the platform at Cirencester Town station, Gloucestershire, c.1960, showing a railbus (W799XX) at the far end. The station opened in May 1841 and closed in April 1964

Holidaymakers on Swindon Station, c. 1930
This photograph shows a crowd of holidaymakers on the platform at Swindon Junction Station, c.1930, waiting for their train

Bodmin Road Station water tower, 1954
A view of Bodmin Road Station, Cornwall in 1954 with locomotive No. 4584 passing the water tower. Bodmin Road station opened in 1859 near Lanhydrock House (now a National Trust property)

Bodmin Road Station, c. 1960
Bodmin Road Station, c1960 A view of Bodmin Road Station, Cornwall in c.1960. Bodmin Road station opened in 1859 near Lanhydrock House (now a National Trust property)

Brinkworth Station, c. 1950s
A view of Brinkworth station in Wiltshire looking west, c.1950s, showing the platforms. The signal box, footbridge and waiting room signs are all visible

Tenbury Wells Station, Worcestershire, c. 1900
A view of Tenbury Wells Station on the border of Worcestershire and Shropshire, c.1900, showing the chalet style station building towards the right of the image and livestock pens on the lower left

Tenbury Wells Station, Worcestershire, c. 1960s
A view of Tenbury Wells Station on the Worcestershire-Shropshire border, c.1960s, showing the signalbox, signals and platforms from track height

Worcester Shrub Hill, Worcestershire
A view of locomotive No. 4553 sitting at platform 2 at Worcester Shrub Hill station, with the arches of the goods shed visible on the left

Kidderminster Station, Worcestershire, 1940s
A photograph of the mock Tudor station building at Kidderminster Station, taken in the 1940s. This was the third station building for Kidderminster - the first existed from the opening of the station

Kidderminster Station, Worcestershire, c. 1920s
A view of Kidderminster Station in Worcestershire, c.1920s, showing a number of passengers standing on the platform waiting for a train

Trowbridge Station, c. 1920s
A view of Trowbridge station in Wiltshire, taken c.1920s from the footbridge between the platforms, looking towards the Rose and Crown Inn

Continental Express
1st September 1927: The Continental Express train at Harwich station. (Photo by Kirby/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

LFB Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus LFB150
Firefighters wearing Proto Mark IV oxygen breathing apparatus sets, seen here at the Regional Headquarters station, Lambeth, SE1. Date: 1941

Exeter St Thomas Station, Devon, 1959
An internal view of Exeter St Thomas station and its overall roof, Devon in 1959. The station opened in May 1846 and was saved in the 1960s despite being proposed for closure in the Beeching Report

The Station Masters Office Paddington Station 1852-4 by Isambard Kingdom Brunel and M D Wyatt

Kingsland Station, Herefordshire, c. 1910
A view of Kingsland Station in Herefordshire, c.1910, showing a train in the station with passengers walking along the platform on the left of the picture and the station sign on the right

Kingsland Station, Herefordshire, July 1959
A view of Kingsland Station in Herefordshire, July 1959, showing tank locomotive no. 7437 at the station. A number of passengers are on the platform

Kington Station, Herefordshire, July 1957
A view of Kington station in Herefordshire, July 1957, showing the platforms and the stone-built station building. Kington station opened in 1875

Kington Station, Herefordshire, June 1950
A general view of Kington station in Herefordshire, June 1950, showing the platforms and the stone-built station building. Kington station opened in 1875

Dorstone Station, Herefordshire, c. 1910
A view of Dorstone Station in Herefordshire, showing the small wooden station building and platform, c.1910. Dorstone station opened in 1881 under the Golden Valley Railway

Fencote Station, Herefordshire, September 1952
A view of Fencote Station in Herefordshire; its station buildings and platform. The station opened in 1897 and became unstaffed in autumn 1949

Ledbury Station, Herefordshire, 25th June 1950
A view of Ledbury Station in Herefordshire, taken on 25th June 1950. This image shows the station buildings and signs for the ladies waiting room and booking office

Bromyard Station and Downs, Herefordshire, c. 1890s
A view of Bromyard Station and the surrounding downs in Herefordshire, c.1890s. This image shows the station buildings, wagons

Bromyard Station, Herefordshire, c. 1900
A view of Bromyard station in Herefordshire, c.1900, showing hop picker special trains at the station. There are lots of people at the station building and goods wagons in the siding

Maidenhead (Dumb Bell Bridge) Station, c. 1850
This original timber station was replaced in 1871 by a new station built further west along the main line. This image has been reproduced from George Measoms Guide to the Great Western Railway, 1852

Bomb thrown at Viceroys train. The Viceroy, Lord Irwin, safely entered his residence at New Delhi, after a bomb had been thrown at his train when nearing the station

Steeplejack Harry Walker spending his honeymoon on a rush job, painting the chimney stack at Battersea Power station. (Photo by Keystone/Getty Images)

Lonely Trees on Maria Island
These two trees were found from a spot overlooking Darlington Bay on Maria Island

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Red hot branding iron.Brands are burnt into the skin of cattle to identify the owners. Branding is done in the cool (or even cold) of the early morning

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Cattle mustering - aerial photograph.by helicopter on outback station..Bushy Park Cattle Station, North Queensland, Australia Date:

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Bushy Park Cattle Station.aerial. 60km south of Mount Isa, Queensland, .Australia Date:

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Mustering by helicopter.Bushy Park Cattle Station, 60km south of Mount Isa, Queensland, .Australia. Bushy Park Cattle Station, North Queensland, Australia Date:

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"The Meeting Place: A Symbol of Connection at St. Pancras Station, London" As travelers rush through the bustling St. Pancras Station in London, their eyes are often drawn to a magnificent bronze sculpture known as "The Meeting Place. " Created by renowned artist Paul Day, this captivating artwork serves as a poignant reminder of the station's role as a meeting point for people from all walks of life. Meanwhile, across the Atlantic Ocean in Washington D. C. , the Metro Station stands as an emblem of urban mobility and efficiency. With trains whizzing by on gleaming tracks, this transportation hub represents the heartbeat of America's capital city. Delving into history, we find ourselves transported back to May 1937 when GWR Refreshment Department Platform Trolley served hungry passengers at train stations across Britain. This charming relic provides a glimpse into simpler times when delicious treats were wheeled right to your platform. Speaking of platforms, let us journey back further to 1929 and step onto Platform 1 at Paddington Station. Here, amidst Victorian architecture and bustling crowds, one can almost feel the excitement and anticipation that filled the air during those golden years. Moving forward in time but staying within London's railway network brings us to Kings Cross. Witnessing its steelwork being reinstated in 15 sections is a testament to both architectural resilience and human ingenuity – proof that even grand structures need care and attention throughout their lifetimes. Returning once again to Paddington Station but now in 1904 takes us back over a century ago when steam engines ruled supreme. The sight of Platform 1 adorned with these majestic locomotives evokes nostalgia for an era long gone yet forever cherished. Venturing beyond city limits leads us to Ivybridge Station and Viaduct nestled amidst Devon's picturesque landscapes circa 1890. This idyllic scene captures not only the beauty of nature but also highlights how railways brought connectivity even to remote corners of the world.