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Toddington Station, Gloucestershire, July 1959
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Toddington Station, Gloucestershire, July 1959
A view of Pannier tank locomotive no. 9445 and trailer no. 238 leaving for Cheltenham, from Toddington station in Gloucestershire, July 1959.
Toddington first opened in December 1904 and closed to passengers in March 1960. The station reopened in 1984 as part of the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway (heritage)
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1950s 1959 Gloucestershire Pannier Tank Station Toddington
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Step back in time to the summer of 1959, as captured in this nostalgic print from Toddington Station, Gloucestershire. The image showcases the timeless beauty of a bygone era, featuring the iconic Pannier tank locomotive no. 9445 and trailer no. 238 departing for Cheltenham. Toddington Station holds a rich history, having first opened its doors to passengers in December 1904. However, it bid farewell to its bustling platform in March 1960 before finding new life decades later. In 1984, the station was lovingly restored and reopened as part of the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway – a cherished heritage site that transports visitors into the past. The photograph perfectly encapsulates the charm and allure of Toddington Station during its heyday. As wisps of steam rise gracefully from the locomotive's chimney and passengers eagerly await their journey ahead, one can almost feel transported back to that summer day over six decades ago. This snapshot serves as a testament to both our enduring fascination with trains and our commitment to preserving historical landmarks like Toddington Station. Let it serve as a reminder that while time may move forward relentlessly, we have the power to preserve fragments of our past for future generations.
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