This section of the site is provided in partnership with The Swindon Society and The Richard Jefferies Society. It enables you to see how the surrounding area used to look and learn more about your town. We are adding value by providing a current photograph taken as far as possible from the same position. The project involves a fair bit of detective work, so if you can add or correct information, please get in touch. This is your site, so if you would like to get involved in extending this project, please let us know.
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| GWR, The Works aerial view north east |
The Works began operations in Swindon in January 1843 initially as a repair facility extensively developing expanding Swindon's population enormously over the years. The photographer perched on top of the Carriage works roof pointing north east recording the newly extended General Offices building, to its left 'B' Shed complex. Note there is no date for this photo so we have estimated one. |
June 1, 1920 |
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| GWR, 'Crocodile' bogie |
The Great Western 'Crocodile' bogie wagon used to transport heavy and awkward loads. The building in the background is the General Offices, around 1900 it was fitted with double-glazed sash windows, an attempt to cut down noise as well as retain heat. Above the main entrance are two likenesses of GWR 'Firefly' class locomotives can be seen. Note no date is given for this photo so we have estimated one. |
June 1, 1920 |
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| GWR, Men at work |
This photo rescued from the works shows the men in action. Written accross the picture is 'Not to be issued' and 'Too many men on job' and 'For Drawing Office use only'. Note there is no date so we have estimated one. |
June 1, 1920 |
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| GWR, J1 Iron Foundry |
J1 Iron Foundry the largest on site converted into a diesel engine fitting shop at the end of its locomotion production and repair days. Note no date is given so we have estimated one. |
June 1, 1920 |
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| GWR, Carriage & Wagon works, Manager |
Carriage Works Manager from 1902 to 1920 F.W. Marillier who was also involved in constructing Ambulance Trains during World War I. Note no date is given so we have estimated one. |
June 1, 1920 |
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