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Railway works open days were hugely popular from the 1950s to the 1970s
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Railway works open days were hugely popular from the 1950s to the 1970s
Railway works open days were hugely popular from the 1950s to the 1970s. Boy Scouts and other train enthusiasts swarm around Bulleid West Country class pacific No. 34090 Sir Eustace Missenden, Southern Railway, at Ashford Railway Works, Kent, in August 1949, when it was only nine months old. Boy Scouts admire the steam locomotive during an open day at the Ashford railway works
Children Childhood
Transport Railway
Clothing Short Trousers
August 1949
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Ashford
Kent
England
WA*3203954
Media ID 21425293
© Mirrorpix
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This print takes us back to the golden era of railway works open days, which were immensely popular from the 1950s to the 1970s. The image showcases a bustling scene at Ashford Railway Works in Kent during August 1949, when the Bulleid West Country class pacific No. 34090 Sir Eustace Missenden, Southern Railway, was just nine months old. In this snapshot of nostalgia, we see a swarm of enthusiastic visitors surrounding the magnificent steam locomotive. Amongst them are Boy Scouts and other train enthusiasts who have come together to admire this engineering marvel up close. Their faces light up with awe and admiration as they take in every intricate detail of the powerful machine before them. The photograph not only captures a moment frozen in time but also offers glimpses into British society during that period. The children's clothing reflects the fashion trends of the time, with many boys donning short trousers - a common sight for youngsters back then. Railways held a special place in people's hearts during this era, symbolizing progress and adventure. These open days provided an opportunity for both young and old to experience firsthand the wonders of steam locomotives and witness behind-the-scenes activities at railway works. Thanks to Memory Lane Prints' preservation efforts, we can now relive these cherished memories through their collection of vintage photographs like this one from Daily Mirror's archives.
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