Thornaby Railway History: Rare Photos, The Depot & Life "Below the Railway"

Описание: Join us at the Thornaby on Track exhibition (April 2025) as we uncover the fascinating railway heritage of Thornaby. From the famous Thornaby Roundhouse (The Bullring) to the world’s first railway suspension bridge, discover the history that shaped Teesside.

Recorded on April 5th, 2025, this video takes you inside a curated collection of rare photographs, memorabilia, and personal accounts from the Thornaby Railway and Depot. We explore the incredible stories of the North East Railway, special seaside excursions, and the gritty reality of life and work in the area known locally as ‘below the railway’.

Whether you are a railway enthusiast, a local historian, or a proud resident of Stockton-on-Tees, this tour features exclusive insights into Head Wrightson, Bonlea Foundry, and the memories of Eric Whitfield and Noel Kirton OBE.

Timestamps:
00:00 Thornaby On Track: Intro
00:48 Thornaby's Railway Heritage Overview
01:06 The World's First Railway Suspension Bridge
01:36 Thornaby Station by Bill Adams
02:21 East Signal Box at Thornaby
04:29 Thornaby Vs Stockton South
05:13 Bonlea Foundry History
05:29 Thornaby Roundhouse (The Bullring)
05:52 Noel Kirton OBE
06:16 My Life Below The Railway by Eric Whitfield
06:37 North East Railway Excursions
07:01 Shift Paperwork & Siding Diagrams
07:32 Head Wrightson Display
08:26 Thornaby Depot by Richard Watson
08:47 Railway Memorabilia Table Displays
09:39 The Suspension Bridge Revisited
09:59 Pictures "Below the Railway" (Eric Whitfield)
10:39 Thornaby Town Hall Clock

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