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Coalport Station, Shropshire
A general view of Coalport station on the Severn Valley Line in Shropshire, showing the station buildings and deserted platforms. Coalport station opened in February 1862 and operated with goods sidings until the station closed in September 1963. STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway. © STEAM Museum of the GWR
Media ID 18202265
Filename: Coalport HSC4 061.jpg
Size: 3180 x 2028 (1.7MB)
Date: 28th November 2018
Source: STEAM Museum of the GWR
Shropshire Station Building Coalport Ironbridge Severn Valley Severn Valley Railway
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This print captures the timeless beauty of Coalport Station, nestled in the picturesque county of Shropshire. The image showcases a general view of this historic station on the renowned Severn Valley Line, revealing its charming station buildings and eerily deserted platforms. With its doors first opening to the public in February 1862, Coalport Station served as a vital transportation hub for both passengers and goods until its closure in September 1963. The photograph transports us back to an era when steam locomotives chugged along these tracks, connecting communities and facilitating trade across the region. Today, this piece of railway history stands as a testament to the industrial heritage that once thrived here. Situated near Ironbridge and within close proximity to Coalport West, this location holds immense significance within the Severn Valley Railway network. As we gaze upon this image, we can almost hear echoes from days gone by – bustling crowds awaiting their trains or local farmers loading their produce onto waiting carriages. Preserved by STEAM Museum of GWR (Great Western Railway), this print serves as a reminder of our rich past and invites us to reflect upon how far we have come since those early days of rail travel. It is a poignant tribute to all those who played a part in shaping our transportation systems today.
