Wigan Junction Railway Station Bench

Made:
1874-1905 in unknown
maker:
Wigan Junction Railway
Wigan Junction Railway Station Bench

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Waiting Room Seat, Wigan Junction Railway, Wooden bench with green leatherette seat. WJR carved on back.

The railways have always provided benches and seats for passengers waiting for their train to arrive. Styles of seating have changed over the years. Some reflect the company’s aesthetic; others helpfully show the station’s name. The type of seating chosen and its location, can reflect practical considerations such as station space and the benches’ durability and comfort.

Details

Category:
Railway Furniture
Object Number:
1986-7903
Materials:
wood and leatherette
Measurements:
overall: 1829 mm
type:
station bench
credit:
British Rail, Historical Relics

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