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Penzance Station, Cornwall, c. 1960
Filename: HSP2 060.jpg
Size: 3060 x 1896 (905KB)
Date: 17th June 2014
Source: STEAM Museum of the GWR
Unique Reference Number: HSP2 060
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from STEAM Museum
Penzance Station, Cornwall, c. 1960
A view of Penzance Station, Cornwall, c.1960, showing the platforms covered by a metal frame roof and a number of passengers awaiting their service
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 10013395
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
1960 1960s Cornwall Passengers Penzance Station
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the STEAM Museum of the GWR takes us back in time to Penzance Station, Cornwall, circa 1960. The image beautifully captures a bustling scene at the station, with its platforms covered by an elegant metal frame roof. This architectural feature not only adds charm but also provides shelter for passengers waiting for their services. The platform is teeming with life as we see a diverse group of individuals eagerly awaiting their trains. Men and women dressed in fashionable attire of the era can be seen conversing or engrossed in their own thoughts. Some are clutching newspapers or books, perhaps seeking entertainment during their journey. The atmosphere exudes anticipation and excitement as travelers prepare to embark on adventures or reunite with loved ones at various destinations across Cornwall and beyond. The photograph encapsulates a moment frozen in time, capturing the essence of travel during this era. As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, it serves as a reminder of how train stations were once vibrant hubs that connected people from all walks of life. It sparks our imagination about the stories behind each passenger's journey and evokes nostalgia for simpler times when train travel was both practical and romantic. This print is not just an archival piece; it transports us back to an era where Penzance Station played a vital role in connecting communities while leaving room for personal narratives to unfold within its walls.
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