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Station Master BB98_05551
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Station Master BB98_05551

STATION MASTER, Finmere Station, Oxfordshire. In 1898-99 the Great Central Railway Company (formed 1897) created a main railway route from Sheffield through Nottingham and Leicester to London. Here the stationmaster at Finmere Station is pictured in 1904 in full railway uniform. The line was closed 1966-69 and subsequently was largely dismantled. Photographed by Alfred Newton and Son. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England

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Edwardian People Railway Work

Photo Print 10"x8"

Introducing the stunning "Station Master BB98_05551" photograph print from S W A Newton, exclusively available in the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, brought to you by Historic England, transports you back in time to Finmere Station in Oxfordshire. Taken between 1898 and 1899, this photograph showcases the Great Central Railway Company's dedication to creating a main railway route from Sheffield through Nottingham and Leicester to London. The meticulously preserved Station Master stands proudly in front of the train, embodying the era's spirit of progress and innovation. Bring this piece of history into your home or office with our high-quality photographic prints. Each print is carefully crafted to ensure vibrant colors, sharp details, and long-lasting durability. Add a touch of nostalgia and charm to your space with this unique and intriguing photograph from the Media Storehouse collection.

Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.

Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Your artwork will be printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image

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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, taken by S W A Newton of Alfred Newton and Son in 1904, we catch a glimpse of the daily routine at Finmere Station in Oxfordshire during the Edwardian era. The image captures the stationmaster in his full railway uniform, exuding a sense of authority and pride as he goes about his duties. The year 1898-99 marked a significant moment in British railway history with the creation of the Great Central Railway Company. This new railway line, formed in 1897, aimed to establish a main route from Sheffield through Nottingham and Leicester to London. The arrival of the railway brought about considerable change to Finmere Station and the surrounding community, connecting them to the wider network and opening up new opportunities for travel and commerce. The stationmaster, with his stern yet approachable expression, appears poised to oversee the comings and goings of passengers and freight. His meticulously pressed uniform, complete with cap, epaulets, and badges, underscores the importance of his role in the efficient operation of the railway. Unfortunately, the golden age of the railway did not last forever. By the 1960s, the line through Finmere Station had been closed, and the infrastructure was largely dismantled. Today, this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of a bygone era, when the railway played a central role in the lives of communities across the country. It invites us to reflect on the rich history of rail travel and the people who dedicated their lives to ensuring the smooth running of the network.

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