Sack Barrow, North Eastern Railway

Made:
1854-1923 in unknown
maker:
North Eastern Railway

Sack barrow, North Eastern Railway, wooden frame with two small wheels, marked "NE 81" and "York".

A variety of different size trolleys and barrows were needed to transport passenger luggage or goods safely around the station. As the railways could be asked to carry virtually anything, this wheeled transport needed to be robust and versatile to ensure the goods remained undamaged while moving around the station.

Details

Category:
Fixtures & Fittings from Railway Buildings
Object Number:
1981-7029
Materials:
wood (unidentified) and metal (unknown)
Measurements:
overall: 1219.2 mm x 482.6 mm,
type:
sack barrow
credit:
British Rail, Historical Relics