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St Ives Station, Cornwall, September 1956
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St Ives Station, Cornwall, September 1956
A view of St Ives station, Cornwall in September 1956, looking towards the end of the line.
The station opened in 1877 overlooking Porthminster Beach and is the terminus for the line from St Erth a few miles away
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
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© STEAM Museum of the GWR
1950s 1956 Cornwall Late Summer September St Ives Station St Ives Station
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Transporting us back to the late summer of 1956, this print captures the timeless charm of St Ives Station in Cornwall. As we gaze upon the scene, our eyes are drawn towards the end of the line, where anticipation and adventure await. Opened in 1877, St Ives Station proudly overlooks the picturesque Porthminster Beach. Nestled amidst breathtaking coastal beauty, it stands as a testament to Cornwall's rich railway heritage. Serving as a terminus for the line from St Erth just a few miles away, this station has witnessed countless journeys and stories unfold over its long history. In September 1956, when this snapshot was taken, bustling platforms would have been filled with travelers embarking on their seaside escapes or returning home after memorable holidays. The platform edges lined with curious onlookers bidding farewell or eagerly awaiting loved ones' arrival. The sepia-toned hues evoke nostalgia for an era gone by - a time when steam locomotives chugged along these tracks and train travel held an air of romance and elegance. This image transports us back to simpler times; it invites us to imagine ourselves strolling along those platforms under clear blue skies while feeling the gentle sea breeze caress our faces. Preserved within this print is not just a glimpse into St Ives Station's past but also an invitation to embark on our own journey through time.
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