All Stations to Longridge: A History of the Preston to Longridge Branch Line and Associated Railways
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| Management number | 233530772 | Release Date | 2026/06/27 | List Price | US$9.36 | Model Number | 233530772 | ||
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Discover the lost history of a quintessential English country branch line. David John Hindle meticulously chronicles the Preston to Longridge railway, from its 1840 opening to its final days in 1994. This richly illustrated history reveals how the seven-mile line shaped Lancashire's social and economic landscape. Explore the line's impact on local communities, the rise of industry, and the unique Whittingham Hospital Railway. Relive the steam era through vivid anecdotes and detailed accounts of railway operations. Perfect for railway enthusiasts and local history buffs, All Stations to Longridge offers a nostalgic journey through a bygone era. Uncover the stories behind:The construction and operation of the lineThe social and economic changes it broughtThe locomotives and workers who kept it running Why buy now? Because this is the definitive account of a beloved railway, capturing a slice of English history before it fades away. Read more
| ISBN10 | 1445602008 |
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| ISBN13 | 978-1445602004 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Amberley Publishing |
| Dimensions | 6.77 x 0.6 x 9.76 inches |
| Item Weight | 1.36 pounds |
| Print length | 224 pages |
| Publication date | June 1, 2017 |
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