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Framed Print : Kington Station, Herefordshire, June 1950
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Kington Station, Herefordshire, June 1950
A general view of Kington station in Herefordshire, June 1950, showing the platforms and the stone-built station building.
Kington station opened in 1875. Passenger services ceased in 1955, with the station fully closing in 1964
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 11242910
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
1950 1950s Herefordshire June Station Station Building Kington
18"x14" Modern Frame
Introducing the exquisite Framed Print of "Kington Station, Herefordshire, June 1950" from the Media Storehouse collection, proudly brought to you in collaboration with the STEAM Museum of the GWR. This stunning black and white photograph transports you back in time, capturing the essence of a bygone era. The image showcases a general view of Kington station in June 1950, with its stone-built station building and bustling platforms. A perfect addition to any home or office, this framed print is not only an attractive piece of décor but also a fascinating glimpse into railway history. Experience the charm and nostalgia of Kington station as it once was, now beautifully framed and ready to hang.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time to the picturesque Kington Station, Herefordshire, captured in this vintage print from June 1950. The image showcases the charm and simplicity of rural railway life during the 1950s. Nestled amidst rolling hills and lush greenery, Kington Station stands as a testament to an era long gone. The photograph offers a general view of the station, highlighting its well-maintained platforms and impressive stone-built station building. Constructed in 1875, this architectural gem served as a vital transportation hub for both passengers and goods throughout its existence. However, by June 1950, passenger services were nearing their end at Kington Station. Despite this impending change, the scene exudes tranquility and timeless beauty. It invites viewers to imagine bustling platforms filled with travelers eagerly awaiting their trains or bidding farewell to loved ones. Sadly, just five years after this snapshot was taken, passenger services ceased altogether in 1955. Eventually succumbing to closure entirely in 1964 – marking the end of an era for Kington Station. This print preserves not only a moment frozen in time but also pays homage to an important piece of local history that continues to captivate railway enthusiasts today.
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