Grenfell railway station facts for kids
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The Grenfell railway station, as viewed from the street side, built in 1901.
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| Location | Koorawatha-Grenfell railway line, Grenfell, Weddin Shire, New South Wales, Australia |
| Built | 7 May 1901 |
| Owner | Transport Asset Holding Entity |
| Official name: Grenfell Railway Station | |
| Type | State heritage (built) |
| Designated | 2 April 1999 |
| Reference no. | 1155 |
| Type | Railway Platform/ Station |
| Category | Transport - Rail |
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The Grenfell railway station is a special old building that is protected because of its history. It used to be a busy train station on the Koorawatha-Grenfell railway line in Grenfell, Australia.
This historic place was added to the New South Wales State Heritage Register on April 2, 1999. This means it's recognized as an important part of the state's history and culture.
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Grenfell Railway Station: A Look Back
The Grenfell railway station first opened its doors on May 7, 1901. It was built with a special design called "Pioneer sub-type 2 and class A6." This design was common for stations built around that time.
What Does the Station Look Like?
The station complex includes the main station building and a large shed for goods. Both of these were finished in 1901. The platform where people waited for trains was made of timber and packed earth.
The station also had a "turntable." This was a big spinning platform that helped turn trains around so they could go back the other way. It also had places for trains to get coal and water, and an "ash pit" for cleaning out the engines.
Passenger trains stopped running to Grenfell in 1974. The station is now closed for regular train services. However, local groups have worked hard to restore it. The old goods shed is now used by a group called the Men's shed, where local men can meet and work on projects together.
In 1985, some parts of the station yard were changed. The turntable and other facilities for servicing engines were removed.
Why Is Grenfell Station Special?
The Grenfell railway station is considered very important because it's one of the best examples of an old "pioneer terminus station." A terminus station is the very last stop on a railway line. It's special because it still has its original timber platform.
The station building is in good condition and can be used for new purposes. The old locomotive facilities, even though some were removed, are still a great example of a small, complete station from that time. It's one of the few remaining places like it in the state.
The Grenfell railway station was added to the New South Wales State Heritage Register because it's a rare and important part of New South Wales' history. It shows us how train travel used to be and how stations were built a long time ago.
Images for kids
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Grenfell railway centenary plaque, 8 September 1901 – 2001
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Railway Station from track side, built 1901
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Grenfell Goods Shed, built 1901
