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Preteign Station, Wales, c. 1910
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Preteign Station, Wales, c. 1910
A view of Preteign Station in Presteigne on the Welsh borders, c.1910, showing a saddletank locomotive sitting in the station. Presteign station opened in 1875 and closed to passengers in the early 1950s after a national coal shortage and general decline in passenger numbers. The station remained open for goods traffic until 1964
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Media ID 18997592
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1910 1910s Powys Station Wales Welsh Presteigne
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back in time to Preteign Station, Wales, circa 1910. Nestled on the Welsh borders, this quaint station showcases a saddletank locomotive gracefully resting on its tracks. The station itself is a charming sight with its rustic buildings standing proudly against the backdrop of the Welsh countryside. Presteign Station opened its doors to passengers in 1875 and served as a vital transportation hub for many years. However, as the early 1950s brought about a national coal shortage and a decline in passenger numbers, it was forced to close its doors to those seeking passage. Despite this setback, Presteign Station continued operating for goods traffic until 1964. This photograph captures not only the physical beauty of the station but also tells a story of an era gone by. It transports us back to simpler times when steam engines ruled the railways and communities relied on these stations for their daily lives. As we gaze upon this image from STEAM Museum of GWR, we are reminded of the rich history embedded within every corner of our world. This snapshot serves as both a window into our past and an homage to all those who worked tirelessly at Presteign Station over the years.
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