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Poster Print : Swindon Station, c. 1920
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Swindon Station, c. 1920
A view of Swindon Junction Station in Wiltshire, c.1920, showing a mixture of activity on the platforms.
Swindon Junction opened in 1842 and became known as simply Swindon Station in 1961 when Swindon Town station in Swindons Old Town closed
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 1107597
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
1920 1920s Junction Station Swindon Swindon Junction Wiltshire
20x30 inch Poster Print
Discover the rich history of Swindon Junction Station with our stunning poster print from Media Storehouse, in partnership with STEAM Museum of the GWR. This captivating image transports you back in time to c.1920, showcasing the hustle and bustle of the station's platforms. Witness the mixture of steam trains and passengers, as Swindon Junction Station in Wiltshire comes alive in this evocative photograph. Bring a piece of railroad history into your home or office and relive the golden age of railway travel.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. 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.
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 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the STEAM Museum of the GWR takes us back to a bustling scene at Swindon Junction Station in Wiltshire, circa 1920. The image showcases a vibrant mix of activity on the platforms, providing a glimpse into the daily life and travel experiences of that era. Swindon Junction Station has a rich history, having opened its doors in 1842 as an important railway hub. Over time, it became affectionately known as simply Swindon Station when its counterpart, Swindon Town station in Swindon's Old Town, closed down in 1961. In this snapshot frozen in time, one can almost hear the hiss of steam engines and feel the excitement permeating through the air. Passengers eagerly await their trains while porters scurry about attending to luggage and parcels. The platform is alive with people from all walks of life - families bidding farewell to loved ones or reuniting after long journeys. The architecture exudes classic charm with its Victorian design elements blending seamlessly with early twentieth-century aesthetics. This photograph serves as a testament to both human ingenuity and engineering marvels that connected communities across vast distances during an era defined by rail travel. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece of history captured on film, we are transported back to an age where train stations were not just gateways but also bustling centers teeming with stories waiting to unfold.
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