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Perranporth Station, April 1960
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Perranporth Station, April 1960
Locomotive No 4593 stands at Perranporth Station on 23rd April 1960 while the driver chats to a member of station staff before continuing on its journey to Newquay. The island platform sits between two running lines on the Truro to Newquay railway. A glimpse of a train waiting on the opposite platform can be seen to the left of the photograph
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
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Cornwall Locomotive Perranporth Station
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This evocative photograph, taken at Perranporth Station on 23rd April 1960, captures a moment in time as Locomotive No. 4593 prepares to continue its journey to Newquay. The station, located in the picturesque coastal town of Perranporth in Cornwall, is a hive of activity as the driver engages in a friendly conversation with a member of the station staff. The island platform, nestled between two running lines, is a testament to the era of steam rail travel. The rustic charm of the wooden platform and the worn railway tiles are a stark contrast to the sleek and powerful locomotive that dominates the scene. The locomotive's number, 4593, is clearly visible on the side, adding to the historical significance of the image. A train waits patiently on the opposite platform, its windows reflecting the sun and casting an intriguing reflection of the scene unfolding on the platform. The Truro to Newquay railway, which passes through some of the most beautiful countryside in Cornwall, is a popular route for steam train enthusiasts and tourists alike. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when steam trains were the primary mode of transport and the rhythmic sound of their engines could be heard echoing through the countryside. The Steam Museum of the GWR is proud to preserve and celebrate this rich railway heritage through its collection of historic locomotives and memorabilia.
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