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Remains of Walnut Tree Viaduct, a railway viaduct located above the southern edge of
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Remains of Walnut Tree Viaduct, a railway viaduct located above the southern edge of
Remains of Walnut Tree Viaduct, a railway viaduct located above the southern edge of the village of Taffs Well, Cardiff, South Wales, Wednesday 17th February 1971.
Our Picture Shows... standing gaunt in the centre of Taff Vale are the remaining pillars of Walnut Tree Viaduct, one pillar has already fallen, to make way for the road
Western Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Taffs Well
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Wales
Media ID 21827359
© Mirrorpix
Barry Railway Cardiff Construction Great Western Railway Lines Railways Road Roads Under Viaduct Welsh 1971
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Capturing the Elegy of Time - The Remains of Walnut Tree Viaduct
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. In this poignant photograph, taken on a chilly Wednesday morning in February 1971, we are transported back to an era when grandeur and functionality coexisted harmoniously. Standing tall amidst the picturesque village of Taffs Well in Cardiff, South Wales, the skeletal remains of Walnut Tree Viaduct dominate the landscape. Once a vital artery for both Barry Railway and Great Western Railway lines, this engineering marvel now stands as a testament to progress and change. The image reveals several pillars that have withstood the test of time while one has already succumbed to make way for modern roads. These towering structures evoke a sense of awe as they stand gaunt against the backdrop of Taff Vale. The photograph not only captures architectural beauty but also serves as a reminder of how transport systems have evolved over time. It showcases an era when railways were at their peak, connecting communities and facilitating trade across Wales. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we can't help but reflect on the countless stories these iron giants silently witnessed throughout their existence. Preserved by Memory Lane Prints from Western Mail Archive, this print invites us to delve into history's embrace and appreciate both its triumphs and tribulations. It is through such visual relics that we gain insight into our past while cherishing our present-day advancements in transportation infrastructure.
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