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Photographic Print : Great Western Railway Goods Depot, Liverpool, c1930
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Great Western Railway Goods Depot, Liverpool, c1930
The GWR Goods Depot was situated at the Manchester Dock Depot on Mann Island and was part of the Liverpool Dock complex. Cargo was brought over from the GWRs premises at Morpeth Dock in Birkenhead and then distributed around Liverpool by road vehicle. The Port of Liverpool building can be seen in the background
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 19754333
© STEAM - Museum of the GWR
Docks Goods Port Of Liverpool Building Road Vehicles
10"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of vintage photographic prints, featuring the iconic Great Western Railway Goods Depot at Liverpool's Manchester Dock Depot on Mann Island. This captivating image, captured around 1930, offers a glimpse into the bustling activity of the Liverpool Dock complex. The Goods Depot was a vital part of the GWR's operations, with cargo being transported from the company's premises at Morpeth Dock in Birkenhead. Bring a piece of railway history into your home or office with this beautifully printed photograph, showcasing the grandeur and importance of the bygone era of steam trains and dockside commerce.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print from the STEAM Museum of the GWR takes us back to the bustling Great Western Railway Goods Depot in Liverpool, circa 1930. Nestled within the Manchester Dock Depot on Mann Island, this depot played a vital role in the extensive Liverpool Dock complex. The image showcases an intricate network of activity as cargo is transported from GWR's premises at Morpeth Dock in Birkenhead and then distributed throughout Liverpool via road vehicles. The sheer scale of operations is awe-inspiring, with workers diligently loading and unloading goods amidst a sea of crates and barrels. In the backdrop stands the majestic Port of Liverpool building, an iconic symbol representing this thriving maritime city. Its grandeur serves as a testament to Liverpool's significance as one of Britain's major ports during that era. This photograph not only captures a moment frozen in time but also offers a glimpse into the interconnectedness between rail transport and maritime trade. It highlights how goods were seamlessly moved across different modes of transportation to reach their final destinations. As we admire this historical snapshot, let us appreciate both the physical labor involved in handling these cargoes and its contribution to shaping Liverpool's economy. This evocative image reminds us of our rich industrial heritage while honoring those who worked tirelessly behind-the-scenes to keep commerce flowing smoothly through these docks.
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