Luggage Trolley, North British Railway

Made:
1844-1923 in unknown
maker:
North British Railway

Luggage trolley, North British Railway. Small wooden bodied 4-wheel barrow, marked '8335' 'York'. Originally painted red.

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:
1981-7031
Materials:
wood (unidentified) and iron
Measurements:
overall: 755 mm x 780 mm x 1230 mm,
type:
luggage trolley
credit:
British Rail, Historical Relics