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First Class Saloon, Restaurant Car, 1938

First Class Saloon, Restaurant Car, 1938


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Filename: C23 051.jpg

Size: 4727 x 3506 (9.9MB)

Date: 18th May 2022

Source: STEAM Museum of the GWR

Unique Reference Number: C23 051

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First Class Saloon, Restaurant Car, 1938

An interior view of the first class saloon in composite restaurant carriage no.9674. This carriage was built in 1938 to diagram H57

STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway

Media ID 25129188

© STEAM Museum of the GWR

1930s 1938 Carriage Composite Diner Composite Restaurant Diagram H57 Dining Restaurant Car Saloon 1st Class


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This print captures the essence of luxury and elegance within the First Class Saloon, Restaurant Car of 1938. Stepping into this composite restaurant carriage, one is transported back to the glamorous era of the 1930s. The meticulous attention to detail in its design showcases a perfect blend of sophistication and comfort. The interior view reveals plush seating arrangements adorned with exquisite upholstery, inviting passengers to relax and indulge in a sumptuous dining experience. The soft lighting casts a warm glow upon the polished wooden panels that line the walls, exuding an air of refinement. Built according to diagram H57, this remarkable carriage stands as a testament to craftsmanship and innovation. Its seamless integration of both dining and saloon areas creates an atmosphere conducive for socializing or simply enjoying moments of solitude amidst opulence. Carriage no. 9674 has witnessed countless conversations over delectable meals served by attentive staff members who catered exclusively to first-class passengers' needs. It holds stories untold within its elegant confines - tales whispered between friends or shared among strangers on their journeys across picturesque landscapes. Preserved at STEAM Museum of GWR (Great Western Railway), this historical artifact offers us a glimpse into an era when train travel was synonymous with grandeur and style. As we admire this photograph, let our imaginations wander through time as we envision ourselves immersed in the refined ambiance that once graced these hallowed halls aboard Britain's iconic railways.

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