LBSCR Steyning Station - Warehouse for Steyning
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LBSCR Steyning Station - Warehouse for Steyning
Warehouse for Steyning
1860
SZ7178906
Network Rail - we run, look after and improve Britain's railway
Media ID 34531610
A Glimpse into the Past - Steyning Station Warehouse, 1860
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, we are transported back in time to the quaint and bustling Steyning Station in West Sussex, England, as it appeared in the year 1860. The image, captured by an unidentified photographer, offers a fascinating insight into the daily workings of the railway station during the Victorian era. At the heart of the scene lies the imposing warehouse, a testament to the industrial prowess of the era. With its red-brick facade, tall arched windows, and prominent chimney, the warehouse stands as a symbol of the economic activity that once thrived around the railway. The warehouse was likely used for the storage and distribution of goods, such as coal, agricultural produce, and other essential commodities, which were transported to and from the station by train. The photograph also reveals a vibrant and bustling railway scene. Trains of various sizes and configurations can be seen in the background, each one a testament to the importance of the railway in connecting communities and facilitating the movement of people and goods. The station platform is filled with passengers, porters, and railway staff, all engaged in their daily tasks. The scene is further enlivened by the presence of horse-drawn carts and wagons, which would have been used to transport goods between the station and the surrounding town and countryside. The photograph provides a captivating glimpse into the past, offering a unique perspective on the role of the railway in shaping the social and economic fabric of a community. Today, the warehouse at Steyning Station may have been repurposed, but its historical significance remains undiminished, serving as a reminder of the railway's rich heritage and the pivotal role it played in the development of our modern transport network.
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