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No 17 Shop, Road Vehicle Shop, c1920s

No 17 Shop, Road Vehicle Shop, c1920s


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Size: 3000 x 2428 (712KB)

Date: 13th July 2007

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No 17 Shop, Road Vehicle Shop, c1920s

This view of the Road Vehicle shops shows the construction and repair of mainly horse drawn vehicles. The GWR relied heavily on horse power, especially in good yards and for parcel deliveries

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Carriage Works Cart Horse Road Swindon Works Wagon Workshop


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This print from the STEAM Museum of the GWR takes us back to the bustling era of the 1920s, where horse-drawn vehicles were an integral part of everyday life. The image showcases No 17 Shop, a hub for construction and repair activities at Swindon Works. Here, skilled craftsmen meticulously crafted and maintained a wide array of road vehicles that formed the backbone of Great Western Railway's operations. The GWR heavily relied on horse power during this period, particularly in their expansive yards and for efficient parcel deliveries. This snapshot offers a glimpse into the workshop's vibrant atmosphere as workers diligently worked on wagons, carts, and carriages with utmost precision. With its towering ceilings adorned by hanging tools and shelves filled with various parts, No 17 Shop exudes an aura of industriousness. The air is thick with sawdust while sparks fly as blacksmiths skillfully shape metal components. Horses stand patiently nearby awaiting their turn for harness fittings or repairs. This photograph not only captures a moment frozen in time but also serves as a testament to the craftsmanship and dedication that went into maintaining GWR's extensive fleet of horse-drawn vehicles. It reminds us how these majestic creatures powered our transportation systems before automobiles took over our roads—a nostalgic reminder of simpler times when horsepower was truly equine-powered magic.

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