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GWR Trip Notice, July 1912
The front cover of a booklet providing information about the GWR Mechanics Institution Trip travel arrangements in July 1912. It shows the number of GWR employees and their families who would be taking the Trip holiday and to where. STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway. © STEAM Museum of the GWR
Media ID 15117309
Filename: A booklet of information about Trip arrangements in 1912.jpg
Size: 2276 x 3429 (2.7MB)
Date: 11th June 2018
Source: STEAM Museum of the GWR
Unique Reference Number: RY1993/155
1900s Holiday Staff Swindon Works Trip Mechanics Institute Notice
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Step back in time to July 1912 with this print of the GWR Trip Notice. This front cover of a booklet provides a fascinating glimpse into the travel arrangements made by the esteemed GWR Mechanics Institution for their annual holiday trip. The notice reveals not only the sheer number of dedicated GWR employees and their families who eagerly anticipated this much-anticipated excursion, but also sheds light on where they would be venturing off to. The image transports us to Swindon Works, bustling with excitement as staff members prepare for a well-deserved break from their tireless efforts. It is heartwarming to imagine these hardworking individuals embarking on an adventure alongside their loved ones, creating lasting memories together. Intriguingly capturing a slice of history from over a century ago, this snapshot showcases how companies like GWR recognized the importance of providing leisure opportunities for their workforce. The Mechanics Institute Trip served as not just a holiday getaway but also fostered camaraderie and strengthened bonds among colleagues. This rare piece from the early 1900s serves as an invaluable reminder that even amidst industrial progress, people's need for rest and rejuvenation remains timeless. A testament to both innovation and compassion within workplaces during that era, this print truly encapsulates the spirit of unity and appreciation between employer and employee.
