Ashhurst Railway Station facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ashhurst
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| New Zealand Government Railways (NZGR) regional rail |
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The station in 2021, showing the barren platform
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| Location | York Street, Ashhurst | ||||||||||
| Coordinates | 40°17′49″S 175°45′04″E / 40.296934°S 175.751024°E | ||||||||||
| Elevation | 72 m (236 ft) | ||||||||||
| Line(s) | Palmerston North–Gisborne Line | ||||||||||
| Platforms | Single | ||||||||||
| Tracks | Mainline (1) Loop (1) |
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| Structure type | None | ||||||||||
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| Opened | 7 March 1892 | ||||||||||
| Closed | 2001 | ||||||||||
| Rebuilt | post-1980s | ||||||||||
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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.
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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.
