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Railway Stations (Britain's Heritage)

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Railway stations were a prominent feature of most towns and villages in Britain until post-war modernisation and closures swept many away. The largest and most imposing stations were in large towns and cities. Among the most impressive were the London termini such as King’s Cross, Liverpool Street, Paddington and Waterloo. They handled and (still handle) millions of long distance and commuter travellers every year. Elsewhere, larger cities like Birmingham, Manchester and Glasgow often had more than one important station. Behind their imposing façades, they provided all manner of facilities for passengers – waiting rooms, bookstalls, refreshment rooms, luggage and lavatories. Meanwhile, country stations, especially those on branch lines, were an important part of rural life, providing a vital link for goods and passengers to and from the countryside. As the start and end point of millions of daily commutes, business trips, days out and family holidays, railway stations are undoubtedly among Britain’s most special buildings. This book is part of the Britain’s Heritage series, which provides definitive introductions to the riches of Britain’s past, and is the perfect way to get acquainted with the railway station in all its variety.
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Tim Bryan spent twenty-one years working as curator at the GWR and STEAM museums in Swindon and is now Head of Collections at the British Motor Museum, Gaydon. He is the author of more than fifteen books, and many articles on railway and heritage topics.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The next station stop is...

Q. · 24 September 2019

Whilst Tim Bryan’s look at Britain’s railway stations is a good and informative read, it’s also a depressing book in many ways. Informative in that you get to learn a few things but depressing because many of the elegant Victorian and Edwardian structures built to serve as an access to trains have been swept aside in an effort to ‘modernise’ the railways.Despite national protests, the fine Roman style arch and Great Hall at Euston were both demolished to make way for a modernist design described as a ‘hideous concrete box’, and that is the way British Rail, and many other corporates it has to be said, seem to be going. It’s progress, so they will claim, but it’s not always for the better.Fortunately, the brain-dead planners have yet to wield their red pen in places such as Helsby Junction, Rannoch, Stamford, Huddersfield, the Centurion Bar at Newcastle and many other wonderful buildings. But how long will they survive? If this book makes you want to visit the stations mentioned, then it’s succeeded. Though the photos are good, there are no ‘then and now’ ones but I know which I prefer.

5.0 out of 5 stars Railway Stations British Heritage

T. · 27 December 2023

Brought this for my son who is a big fan of Steam Trains. He was very pleased with this book as he likes investigating if some stations still exist today.

5.0 out of 5 stars Good story

M.R.G. · 24 September 2023

Making these building,a little bit interesting and strong

4.0 out of 5 stars OK

A.C. · 17 November 2023

Not quite as much info, as expected - slim volume, but interesting none the less.

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent

D. · 18 March 2023

Great little book

3.0 out of 5 stars It's okay 👌

S.V. · 22 July 2023

This book has some interesting bits of information about various stations and a few quite nice pictures. However, it is a lot smaller than I thought it would be and it has very small writing. But, generally it is okay 👌.

5.0 out of 5 stars Informative guide

G. · 23 August 2022

A present for family member, I haven't given it yet, but I flicked through and looks very interesting with photos and information.

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Condition: New

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Railway Stations (Britain's Heritage)-0
Type: Paperback

AED7486

Price includes VAT & Import Duties
Availability: In Stock

Quantity:

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Order today to get by 7-14 business days

Delivery fee of AED 20. Free for orders above AED 200.

Returns & Warranty policies

Imported From: United Kingdom

At BOLO, we work hard to ensure the products you receive are new, genuine, and sourced from reputable suppliers.

BOLO is not an authorized or official retailer for most brands, nor are we affiliated with manufacturers unless specifically stated on a product page. Instead, we source verified sellers, authorized distributors or directly from the manufacturer.

Each product undergoes thorough inspection and verification at our consolidation and fulfilment centers to ensure it meets our strict authenticity and quality standards before being shipped and delivered to you.

If you ever have concerns regarding the authenticity of a product purchased from us, please contact Bolo Support. We will review your inquiry promptly and, if necessary, provide documentation verifying authenticity or offer a suitable resolution.

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Description:

Railway stations were a prominent feature of most towns and villages in Britain until post-war modernisation and closures swept many away. The largest and most imposing stations were in large towns and cities. Among the most impressive were the London termini such as King’s Cross, Liverpool Street, Paddington and Waterloo. They handled and (still handle) millions of long distance and commuter travellers every year. Elsewhere, larger cities like Birmingham, Manchester and Glasgow often had more than one important station. Behind their imposing façades, they provided all manner of facilities for passengers – waiting rooms, bookstalls, refreshment rooms, luggage and lavatories. Meanwhile, country stations, especially those on branch lines, were an important part of rural life, providing a vital link for goods and passengers to and from the countryside. As the start and end point of millions of daily commutes, business trips, days out and family holidays, railway stations are undoubtedly among Britain’s most special buildings. This book is part of the Britain’s Heritage series, which provides definitive introductions to the riches of Britain’s past, and is the perfect way to get acquainted with the railway station in all its variety.
Read more

Review

Select Guide Rating

About the Author

Tim Bryan spent twenty-one years working as curator at the GWR and STEAM museums in Swindon and is now Head of Collections at the British Motor Museum, Gaydon. He is the author of more than fifteen books, and many articles on railway and heritage topics.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars The next station stop is...

Q. · 24 September 2019

Whilst Tim Bryan’s look at Britain’s railway stations is a good and informative read, it’s also a depressing book in many ways. Informative in that you get to learn a few things but depressing because many of the elegant Victorian and Edwardian structures built to serve as an access to trains have been swept aside in an effort to ‘modernise’ the railways.Despite national protests, the fine Roman style arch and Great Hall at Euston were both demolished to make way for a modernist design described as a ‘hideous concrete box’, and that is the way British Rail, and many other corporates it has to be said, seem to be going. It’s progress, so they will claim, but it’s not always for the better.Fortunately, the brain-dead planners have yet to wield their red pen in places such as Helsby Junction, Rannoch, Stamford, Huddersfield, the Centurion Bar at Newcastle and many other wonderful buildings. But how long will they survive? If this book makes you want to visit the stations mentioned, then it’s succeeded. Though the photos are good, there are no ‘then and now’ ones but I know which I prefer.

5.0 out of 5 stars Railway Stations British Heritage

T. · 27 December 2023

Brought this for my son who is a big fan of Steam Trains. He was very pleased with this book as he likes investigating if some stations still exist today.

5.0 out of 5 stars Good story

M.R.G. · 24 September 2023

Making these building,a little bit interesting and strong

4.0 out of 5 stars OK

A.C. · 17 November 2023

Not quite as much info, as expected - slim volume, but interesting none the less.

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent

D. · 18 March 2023

Great little book

3.0 out of 5 stars It's okay 👌

S.V. · 22 July 2023

This book has some interesting bits of information about various stations and a few quite nice pictures. However, it is a lot smaller than I thought it would be and it has very small writing. But, generally it is okay 👌.

5.0 out of 5 stars Informative guide

G. · 23 August 2022

A present for family member, I haven't given it yet, but I flicked through and looks very interesting with photos and information.

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