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Adlestrop Railway Station, Gloucestershire
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Adlestrop Railway Station, Gloucestershire
The railway station at Adlestrop, Gloucestershire. Station staff stand on the platform while the Paddington-Worcester Express steams towards the station. The location was immortalised in the Edward Thomas poem Adlestrop
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Express Gloucestershire Paddington Platform Poem Rails Staff Worcester
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1. Title: "A Moment at Adlestrop: The Paddington-Worcester Express Approaches" Adlestrop Railway Station, nestled in the picturesque countryside of Gloucestershire, England, stands as a testament to the rich history of railway transport in the United Kingdom. In this evocative photograph, we witness the serene beauty of the station as the Paddington-Worcester Express steam train approaches. The scene is further enriched by the presence of station staff, who stand casually on the platform, seemingly unfazed by the impending arrival of the train. The quaint station building, adorned with its distinctive red-and-white sign, sits elegantly beneath the arched railway bridge. The tranquility of the moment is palpable, as the idyllic village of Adlestrop lies in the background, its charm untouched by the passage of time. This photograph holds a special place in literary history, as it was immortalised in the poem "Adlestrop" by Edward Thomas. The poet, inspired by the scene before him, penned down his thoughts in 1914, capturing the essence of a bygone era: "Yes, I remember Adlestrop - The name, because one afternoon Of heat the express-train drew up there unscheduled, For never stopped, and never should again When I should be again, being there with thee." The poetic description of the station and its surroundings continues, painting a vivid picture of a moment frozen in time. This photograph, therefore, serves not only as a snapshot of history but also as a visual representation of the enduring power of literature and the human imagination. As the Paddington-Worcester Express chugs closer, the steam rails hiss and the rattle of the approaching train can be heard, adding to the sense of anticipation and excitement. This scene, captured in the heart of Gloucestershire, invites us to pause and appreciate the simple beauty of a moment in railway history.
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