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Poster Print : Opening of Padstow railway station, Cornwall. 27th March 1899
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Opening of Padstow railway station, Cornwall. 27th March 1899
Crowds of people waiting for the first train to arrive at Padstow station on the 27th March 1899. The station was the western terminus of the North Cornwall Railway and was operated by the London and South Western Railway
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© From the collection of the RIC
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Media Storehouse Poster Print of the Opening of Padstow Railway Station, Cornwall, 1899. Witness the excitement of the crowd as they eagerly await the arrival of the first train at Padstow station on the 27th of March, 1899. This historic moment marked the western terminus of the North Cornwall Railway, operated by the London and South Western Railway. Bring this piece of Cornwall's rich railway history into your home and relive the magic of the past.
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Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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.
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Stepping into History - A Glimpse of Padstow's Railway Inauguration
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photo print, captured on the 27th of March in 1899, transports us back to a momentous day in Padstow's history. The image showcases the grand opening of Padstow railway station, an event that stirred excitement and anticipation among locals and visitors alike. As we gaze upon this remarkable scene, our eyes are drawn to the bustling crowds gathered at the station. Men clad in smart suits stand alongside women adorned in elegant dresses while children eagerly peer through gaps between adults' legs. Their collective energy is palpable as they await the arrival of the first train to grace these tracks. The station itself stands proudly amidst its surroundings – a testament to architectural brilliance. Its sturdy structure boasts intricate details that blend seamlessly with neighboring houses, creating a picturesque backdrop for this historic occasion. In just moments, cheers will erupt from these very streets as the London and South Western Railway's locomotive pulls into view. This inaugural journey marks not only a significant milestone for Padstow but also signifies progress and connectivity for Cornwall as a whole. Today, this photograph serves as an invaluable window into our past – reminding us of how rail travel transformed communities and shaped our world. It captures not just men and women awaiting transportation but also embodies dreams realized and opportunities unlocked by this new mode of transport. Preserved within Royal Cornwall Museum's archives, this snapshot allows us to relive those exhilarating
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