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Poster Print : Welcoming party on the opening day of Padstow railway station, Cornwall. 27th March 1899
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Welcoming party on the opening day of Padstow railway station, Cornwall. 27th March 1899
A large group of welcoming dignitaries await the arrival of the first train into Padstow railway station on the opening day 27th March 1899. The station awning is decorated with flags and bunting for the occasion. 259 3/4 miles from Waterloo, the station was the western terminus of the North Cornwall Railway and was operated by the London and South Western Railway. The railway brought long-awaited prosperity to the town, a fish store and market built near the station enabled locally caught fish to be transported far and wide. A year after the coming of the railway, the imposing Metropole Hotel overlooking the station opened its doors for the first time. Photographer: Unknown
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Media ID 12387037
© From the collection of the RIC
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Step back in time with our vintage poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This striking image captures the excitement of the welcoming party on the opening day of Padstow railway station in Cornwall, 27th March 1899. A large group of dignitaries eagerly await the arrival of the first train, their eager expressions and colorful attire bringing the history of this historic moment to life. Add a touch of nostalgia to your home or office with this beautiful and authentic-looking poster print from the Royal Cornwall Museum."
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Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Caption: In this photo print, we are transported back in time to the grand opening day of Padstow railway station on 27th March 1899. A large gathering of esteemed dignitaries eagerly awaits the arrival of the first train, marking a momentous occasion for this Cornish town. The station's awning is adorned with vibrant flags and bunting, adding an air of festivity to the scene. Situated 259 3/4 miles from Waterloo, Padstow served as the western terminus for the North Cornwall Railway and was operated by the London and South Western Railway. This new railway connection brought about a long-awaited era of prosperity for Padstow. With a fish store and market conveniently located near the station, locally caught fish could now be transported far and wide, expanding trade opportunities for fishermen. A year after its inauguration, another symbol of progress emerged in close proximity to Padstow railway station -the magnificent Metropole Hotel. Overlooking the bustling hub of activity at the station, it opened its doors to guests seeking comfort and luxury. This remarkable photograph captures not only a significant moment in history but also showcases how transportation infrastructure can transform communities. Preserved by time yet brimming with life from over a century ago, this image offers us glimpses into an era when railways were catalysts for growth and development. [Photographer: Unknown] [Victorian Era] [Cornish History]
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