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Bath Spa Station looking towards Bristol, Somerset, c. 1960
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Bath Spa Station looking towards Bristol, Somerset, c. 1960
A view of Bath Spa Station looking towards Bristol, Somerset, c.1960, showing the end of the platform.
The station opened in 1840 and was only renamed Bath Spa in 1949 to distinguish it from the nearby Bath Green Park station. The station building, designed by Brunel, has a Tudor style facade and is Grade II listed
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 11930093
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
1960 1960s Bath Platform Somerset Station Bath Spa
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This print from the STEAM Museum of the GWR takes us back to Bath Spa Station in the 1960s. The image captures a nostalgic view looking towards Bristol, Somerset, showcasing the end of the platform. Bath Spa Station has a rich history, having opened its doors in 1840 and later being renamed in 1949 to differentiate it from another nearby station. Designed by none other than Brunel himself, this Grade II listed station building boasts an exquisite Tudor-style facade that adds a touch of elegance to its surroundings. The architectural masterpiece stands tall as a testament to both engineering prowess and timeless beauty. In this snapshot frozen in time, we can imagine passengers bustling about on their journeys, eagerly awaiting their trains or bidding farewell to loved ones. The atmosphere is filled with anticipation and excitement as locomotives chug along the tracks, ready to transport travelers across stunning Somerset landscapes. The photograph's composition draws our attention towards the end of the platform where it seamlessly merges with picturesque scenery beyond – perhaps hinting at endless possibilities waiting just around the corner. It serves as a reminder that even amidst progress and modernization, glimpses into history like these continue to captivate our hearts and minds.
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