First Train on Border Counties Railway, 1862 - Images Database

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The first train from Newcastle via Hexham at Riccarton Junction at the opening of the Border Counties Railway in 1862. William Henry Charlton in top hat, left. Engine made by E.B. Wilson, Leeds.

Ref:: 1119
Format:: Photographic print
Type:
MODESref:: BLLHC:P2003.8
Shortref:: P3_8
Photo:: images/MODES/P3_8.jpg