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A general view of Seaburn Railway Station at Sunderland on 3rd January, 1951
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A general view of Seaburn Railway Station at Sunderland on 3rd January, 1951
A general view of Seaburn Railway Station at Sunderland on 3rd January, 1951. It is a very busy station nowadays, and is one of twelve being considered for reconstruction by the British Railways Executive. Built in 1937 as a residential halt for people on the North side of Sunderland, the station is familiar to seaside trippers, football crowds and visitors to the Autumn Illuminations at this seaside resort
NCJ/Kemsley
NCJ Archive
Mirrorpix
England
JS*7360675
Media ID 21636568
© Mirrorpix
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This print takes us back to the bustling Seaburn Railway Station in Sunderland on January 3rd, 1951. Once a residential halt for North side residents of Sunderland, this station has become a popular hub for seaside trippers, football crowds, and visitors to the Autumn Illuminations at this charming resort. The image captures the essence of a bygone era with its steam-filled atmosphere and vintage architecture. The sturdy railway bridge stands tall over the tracks as trains come and go, carrying passengers on their journeys. The platform is filled with people eagerly awaiting their next adventure or bidding farewell to loved ones. Seaburn Railway Station holds great historical significance as it was one of twelve stations considered for reconstruction by the British Railways Executive. Its popularity among locals and tourists alike prompted plans for modernization during that time. Looking closely at this photograph, we can see houses dotting the landscape nearby, reminding us of the close-knit community surrounding this transport hub. Football enthusiasts may have been heading towards matches held in nearby stadiums while others embarked on leisurely trips to enjoy Sunderland's beautiful coastline. Preserved through time by Memory Lane Prints, this evocative image transports us back to an era when steam-powered locomotives ruled the rails and public transport played an integral role in connecting communities across Britain.
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