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A coffing has been laid beside the track at Coanwood Station on the Haltwhistle to Alston
A coffing has been laid beside the track at Coanwood Station on the Haltwhistle to Alston line on 1st May, 1976, as it has been closed to passengers
NCJ
Mirrorpix
Media ID 21635715
© Mirrorpix
Coffin Journey Protest Public Transport Railway Sign Station Trains
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Step back in time with our stunning mounted photo from the Media Storehouse range by Memory Lane Prints. This captivating image transports you to Coanwood Station on the Haltwhistle to Alston line on 1st May, 1976. Witness the intriguing sight of a coffing, an essential part of railway maintenance, laid beside the track. A poignant reminder of a bygone era, this mounted photo is a must-have for railway enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Order yours today and bring a piece of the past into your home.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 15.2cm x 20.3cm (6" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print from Memory Lane Prints takes us back to the 1970s, capturing a poignant moment at Coanwood Station on the Haltwhistle to Alston line. On the 1st of May in 1976, a coffin was laid beside the track, symbolizing the closure of this once bustling station to passengers. The image evokes a sense of nostalgia and reflection as we witness an era when public transport played a vital role in connecting communities. The presence of the coffin serves as a powerful protest against this loss, highlighting how deeply intertwined railways were with people's lives and daily journeys. In this snapshot frozen in time, we see not only the physical object itself but also its symbolic significance. It represents more than just transportation; it embodies memories, connections, and perhaps even dreams that were abruptly halted by progress or changing times. The sign hanging above reads "Coanwood Station" reminding us of its former purpose and importance within the local community. Trains passing through may have once been filled with laughter, anticipation, or farewells from loved ones - now replaced by silence and emptiness. Through this photograph captured by NCJ (not mentioned if it is related to any company), we are transported back to an era where public transport held immense value for society. It prompts us to reflect on our own relationship with transportation today while honoring those who fought passionately for their beloved railway lines during times of change.
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