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Locomotive No. 5932, Haydon Hall, passing through Shrivenham Station, May 1960
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Locomotive No. 5932, Haydon Hall, passing through Shrivenham Station, May 1960
A view of locomotive No. 5932, Haydon Hall, passing through Shrivenham Station, in Oxfordshire in May 1960.
Shrivenham station opened in December 1840 and closed in 1964, with the station building demolished a year later
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 7930184
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1960 1960s Oxfordshire Platform Station Shrivenham
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This print captures a nostalgic moment in history as Locomotive No. 5932, Haydon Hall, gracefully passes through Shrivenham Station in Oxfordshire during the enchanting month of May in 1960. The locomotive stands tall and proud against the backdrop of this quaint station platform, exuding an air of power and elegance. Shrivenham Station holds its own significance, having opened its doors to passengers back in December 1840. However, by the time this photograph was taken, it had sadly reached the end of its journey. In 1964, just four years after this snapshot froze time forevermore, the station closed down for good. A year later saw the demolition of its once bustling building - a poignant reminder that even grand structures can succumb to progress. The image itself is a testament to both technical mastery and artistic composition. The monochrome palette adds depth and character while capturing every intricate detail with precision. As we gaze upon Haydon Hall majestically gliding past on those iron tracks, we are transported back to an era when steam engines ruled supreme. This remarkable print from STEAM Museum of GWR serves as a window into our rich railway heritage; reminding us not only of how far we have come but also how much has been lost along the way. It encapsulates an era long gone yet immortalized through images like these – timeless treasures that allow us to relive moments otherwise forgotten.
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