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Woodhall Spa, LNER poster, 1923-1930
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Woodhall Spa, LNER poster, 1923-1930
Poster produced for the London & North Eastern Railway (LNER) to promote rail travel to Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire, . The poster shows holidaymakers relaxing under the trees, with the spa baths and pump room seen in the background. Woodhall Spa was originally an Edwardian town, founded on spa waters discovered on the Lincolnshire heathland in the 19th century. It became a fashionable holiday destination with many large, grand hotels. Artwork by Howard K Elcock
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This print takes us back to the golden age of rail travel, specifically promoting a trip to Woodhall Spa in Lincolnshire. The poster, created between 1923 and 1930 for the London & North Eastern Railway (LNER), showcases the allure of this Edwardian town nestled amidst picturesque surroundings. In this artwork by Howard K Elcock, we are transported to a serene scene where holidaymakers find respite under the shade of towering trees. The spa baths and pump room serve as an enchanting backdrop, inviting visitors to indulge in relaxation and rejuvenation. Woodhall Spa's reputation as a fashionable holiday destination is evident through its grand hotels that once graced its streets. Originally discovered on Lincolnshire heathland in the 19th century, Woodhall Spa owes its existence to natural springs with healing properties. This poster captures not only the beauty of nature but also highlights how rail travel played an instrumental role in bringing people closer to these therapeutic waters. Preserved within the National Railway Museum's Pictorial Collection, this print serves as a reminder of a bygone era when railway posters were works of art themselves. It encapsulates both nostalgia for simpler times and admiration for masterful craftsmanship. Whether you're drawn by history or seek tranquility among lush landscapes, this vintage LNER poster transports you back in time while enticing you with all that Woodhall Spa has to offer.
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