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Ashhurst
New Zealand Government Railways (NZGR)
regional rail
Ashhurst Railway Station, New Zealand 2021.jpg
The station in 2021, showing the barren platform
Location York Street, Ashhurst
Coordinates 40°17′49″S 175°45′04″E / 40.296934°S 175.751024°E / -40.296934; 175.751024
Elevation 72 m (236 ft)
Line(s) Palmerston North–Gisborne Line
Platforms Single
Tracks Mainline (1)
Loop (1)
Construction
Structure type None
History
Opened 7 March 1892
Closed 2001
Rebuilt post-1980s
Services
Preceding station   Historical railways   Following station
Whakarongo
Line open,
station closed
7.31 km (4.54 mi)
  Palmerston North - Gisborne Line
KiwiRail
  Woodville
Line open,
station closed
13.8 km (8.6 mi)

The Ashhurst Railway Station was once an important train stop in New Zealand. It was located on the Palmerston North–Gisborne Line, a railway track that runs between Palmerston North and the Manawatu Gorge. The station served the small town of Ashhurst.

About Ashhurst Station

Ashhurst Railway Station was part of the New Zealand rail network. It helped people travel and goods move between different towns.

Early Days of the Station

When it first started, Ashhurst was a "flag-stop" station. This meant trains would only stop there if someone waved a flag to signal they wanted to get on or off. It was a bit like a bus stop where you have to signal the driver!

Becoming a Formal Stop

On 7 March 1892, Ashhurst became a formal, regular stop. This meant trains would always stop there, making it easier for people in Ashhurst to use the railway.

Changes Over Time

The station continued to operate for many years. However, like many older railway stations, it eventually faced changes.

Station Sold and Demolished

In 1980, the Ashhurst Railway Station was sold. After it was sold, the original station buildings and other facilities were taken down. A simple shelter was put in their place for people waiting for trains.

Station Closes

The Ashhurst Railway Station officially closed in 2001. This meant that trains no longer stopped there for passengers.

What's Left Today

Today, no regular passenger trains use the railway line that passes through Ashhurst. There are no buildings or shelters left at the old station site. Only the abandoned platform remains, a quiet reminder of its past.

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