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Photographic Print : Brimscombe Station, Gloucestershire, 1962
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Brimscombe Station, Gloucestershire, 1962
A view of Brimscombe Station in June 1962. The image was taken looking to the Gloucester direction and shows the main station building in the Brunel chalet style.
Brimscombe station opened in June 1845 and closed in early November 1964
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 13989464
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
1960s Platform Station Station Building 1962 Valance
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Discover the past with our exquisite photographic print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring Brimscombe Station in Gloucestershire, as it looked in June 1962. This captivating image, sourced from the STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway, offers a glimpse into the rich history of railway travel. Taken from the Gloucester direction, the print showcases the main station building in its stunning Brunel chalet style. Bring the nostalgic charm of a bygone era into your home or office with this beautiful and authentic piece of railway history.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 17.4cm (11" x 6.9")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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
In this evocative photograph taken in June 1962, Brimscombe Station in Gloucestershire, England, exudes the charm and character of a bygone era. The image, captured looking towards Gloucester, showcases the main station building in its distinctive Brunel chalet style. This architectural masterpiece, with its red-tiled roof and ornate valance, stands proudly against the backdrop of lush greenery and the train tracks that stretch out into the distance. Brimscombe Station, a cherished piece of railway history, first opened its doors to the public in June 1845. The station played a significant role in the transportation of goods and passengers between the thriving industries of the Stroud Valley and the larger commercial centres of Gloucester and beyond. The 1960s, however, marked the twilight years for this historic station. The photograph captures the station in its final days of operation before its closure in early November 1964. The platform, dotted with wooden benches, invites weary travellers to rest and take in the serene surroundings. The rustic charm of the station is further emphasized by the vintage signage and the intricate detailing on the station building. The train tracks, lined with sleepers and gravel, lead the eye towards the horizon, hinting at the adventures and destinations that once lay beyond. This photograph, taken half a century ago, serves as a poignant reminder of the rich railway heritage that once thrived in Brimscombe and the surrounding areas. It invites us to pause, reflect, and appreciate the beauty and history that can be found in the most unexpected places.
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