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Wootton Bassett Junction Station, c. 1930
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Wootton Bassett Junction Station, c. 1930
An elevated view of Wootton Bassett Junction station in Wiltshire, c.1930, showing the covered footbridge between the platforms.
The station opened in 1841, was renamed Wootton Basset Junction in 1903 and closed in 1965
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 11988717
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1930s Footbridge Station Wiltshire Wootton Bassett
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back in time to the bustling Wootton Bassett Junction Station in Wiltshire, circa 1930. From an elevated viewpoint, we are treated to a remarkable sight of this historic station and its iconic covered footbridge connecting the platforms. With its doors wide open to passengers since 1841, this railway hub was later renamed Wootton Basset Junction in 1903. The station served as a vital transportation link for locals and travelers alike until its closure in 1965. This snapshot freezes a moment from an era when steam engines were still prevalent, chugging along the tracks with their billowing smoke. The covered footbridge stands as a testament to both practicality and architectural beauty. Spanning across the platforms, it provided sheltered passage for commuters during inclement weather while also adding charm to the overall aesthetic of the station. Its design speaks volumes about the attention given to detail during that period. As we gaze upon this photograph, we can almost hear the echoes of footsteps on wooden planks and feel the anticipation that filled these platforms decades ago. It serves as a nostalgic reminder of how railways once connected communities and opened up new horizons for exploration. This print is not just an image frozen in time; it is a window into history—a tribute to an era long gone but forever preserved within STEAM Museum's collection.
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