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Winchcombe Station under construction, Gloucestershire, 1904
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Winchcombe Station under construction, Gloucestershire, 1904
A view of Winchcombe Station under construction in Gloucestershire, 1904.
Winchcombe station opened in February 1905 and closed to passengers in March 1960. Goods operations ceased in November 1964, but the station reopened in 1987 as part of the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway (heritage)
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1900s Construction Gloucestershire Station Greet Winchcombe
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In this photograph taken in 1904, the bustling scene at Winchcombe Station in Gloucestershire showcases the meticulous process of constructing a railway station during the early 1900s. Winchcombe Station, a significant addition to the railway network, opened its doors to passengers in February 1905. The image reveals a multitude of workers, each engaged in various tasks essential to the station's development. In the foreground, laborers lay tracks, while others erect the station building's framework. In the background, horse-drawn carts and wagons transport materials, and a steam engine idles, ready to be put to work. The presence of the engine underscores the integral role of the railway in connecting communities and facilitating transportation during this era. Despite the passage of time, Winchcombe Station faced closure in March 1960 for passenger services and in November 1964 for goods operations. However, the station was reborn in 1987 as part of the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway, a heritage line that continues to preserve the rich history of rail transport in the region. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a tangible connection to the people and processes that shaped the railway landscape of Gloucestershire over a century ago.
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