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Platforms 4 and 5 at Paddington Station, c. 1910

Platforms 4 and 5 at Paddington Station, c. 1910


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Size: 1948 x 2624 (552KB)

Date: 20th February 2007

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Platforms 4 and 5 at Paddington Station, c. 1910

A view of Platforms 4 and 5 at Paddington station, London, c.1910, showing hoards of passengers gather to board a train on Platform 4 under the glass train shed roof. Porters with heavily laden luggage trolleys are lined up along the platform

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1910 1910s Crowd Edwardian London Paddington Passengers Platform Platform 5 Porter Roof Station Train Shed Boarding Glass Roof Luggage Platform 4


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This print from the STEAM Museum of the GWR takes us back to a bustling scene at Paddington Station in London, circa 1910. The image showcases Platforms 4 and 5, where an extraordinary crowd of passengers eagerly awaits their train on Platform 4. The magnificent glass train shed roof casts a beautiful glow over the platform, creating an enchanting atmosphere. Amidst this sea of people, we see porters diligently lined up along the platform with heavily laden luggage trolleys. Their presence adds a sense of order and efficiency to the chaotic scene. These dedicated individuals work tirelessly to ensure that every passenger's belongings are safely transported onto their respective trains. The photograph captures a moment frozen in time - a glimpse into Edwardian-era travel and transportation. It evokes nostalgia for an era when train stations were vibrant hubs teeming with life and excitement. As we immerse ourselves in this historical snapshot, we can almost hear the echoes of conversations, feel the anticipation in the air, and imagine what journeys these passengers are embarking upon. This remarkable print serves as both a visual testament to Paddington Station's rich history and as a reminder of how far our transportation systems have evolved since then. It is truly fascinating to witness such scenes from bygone eras preserved for future generations to appreciate and learn from at museums like STEAM Museum of the GWR.

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