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Newquay Station, Cornwall
Filename: newquay6.jpg
Size: 2904 x 1872 (1.2MB)
Date: 10th July 2014
Source: STEAM Museum of the GWR
Unique Reference Number: Harry Collection
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
STEAM Museum Photo Prints and Wall Art
Newquay Station, Cornwall
A view of Newquay Station, Cornwall showing a locomotive at the platform. The Newquay gasworks are just visible in the background. A Portsmouth Navy Week poster lines the wall on the platform; Navy Weeks were popular events at dockyards in the 1930s through to the 1960s, and stations like this would have helped transport thousands of visitors to these events
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 10040082
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
1930s Cornwall Locomotive Newquay Station Gasworks
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the essence of Newquay Station in Cornwall during the 1930s. The focal point of the image is a magnificent locomotive, proudly standing at the platform ready to transport eager passengers on their journeys. As we delve deeper into this snapshot of history, our eyes are drawn to the faint silhouette of Newquay gasworks in the background, reminding us of an era when steam-powered transportation and industrial progress were intertwined. A delightful surprise awaits us as we notice a vibrant Portsmouth Navy Week poster adorning one wall on the platform. These events were highly anticipated and popular among visitors during that time period, attracting thousands to dockyards across Britain. This station played a crucial role in facilitating transportation for these enthusiastic attendees who flocked from near and far to witness naval spectacles. The charm of this photograph lies not only in its depiction of bustling railway activity but also in its ability to transport us back to an era filled with excitement and anticipation. It serves as a poignant reminder that stations like Newquay played an integral part in connecting people and places, enabling them to embark on unforgettable adventures or attend thrilling events such as Navy Weeks. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from STEAM Museum's collection, it sparks curiosity about how life must have been during those times - when locomotives roared through picturesque landscapes while communities thrived around stations like Newquay.
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