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Norwood Junction Improvements - Waiting Room, Office and Refreshment Room
Filename: SZ7178277.jpg
Size: 12930 x 7936 (29.6MB)
Date: 5th February 2016
Source: Network Rail
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Norwood Junction Improvements - Waiting Room, Office and Refreshment Room
SZ7178277
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Media ID 34023011
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This photograph, titled "Norwood Junction Improvements - Waiting Room, Office and Refreshment Room" (SZ7178277), offers a glimpse into the rich history of railway travel in the United Kingdom. Taken by an unidentified photographer, this image showcases the transformation of Norwood Junction Station in the late 19th or early 20th century. The photograph reveals a bustling scene of activity, with passengers eagerly awaiting their trains in the spacious waiting room. The room is adorned with elegant columns, high ceilings, and large windows that allow natural light to flood in, creating a welcoming and airy atmosphere. In the background, a railway office can be seen, where station staff would have managed the day-to-day operations of the station. To the left of the waiting room, a refreshment room beckons weary travelers. The room is filled with an inviting aroma of freshly brewed tea and coffee, and the sound of clinking crockery and lively conversation can be heard. The room's decor is simple yet charming, with wooden tables and benches, and a large fireplace to keep patrons warm on chilly days. This photograph is a testament to the importance of railways in shaping the social and economic fabric of communities in the UK. It also highlights the attention to detail and care that went into designing and maintaining railway stations during this era, ensuring that travelers were comfortable and well-catered for during their journeys. Today, Norwood Junction Station continues to serve its community, but the charm and elegance of this bygone era can still be felt in its historic buildings and the memories they evoke.
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