Lochburn railway station facts for kids

Lochburn railway station was a train station in Maryhill, Glasgow, Scotland. It was open for about 27 years, from 1890 to 1917. This station was part of the Glasgow, Dumbarton and Helensburgh Railway line.

What Was Lochburn Station?

Lochburn railway station was a busy spot that helped people and goods move around the Maryhill area. It had two platforms, which are the raised areas where passengers wait for trains. The station was built by a company called the North British Railway.

A Look at the Station's History

Lochburn station first opened its doors on 1 May 1890. On one of the platforms, there was a building where staff would work and passengers could wait.

Near the station, there was a special building called a signal box. This box was used to control the train signals and tracks, making sure trains ran safely. It also managed the tracks that led to nearby factories.

Some of these tracks, called sidings, went to the Lochburn Iron Works. This was a factory that made things from iron. Another siding served the Phoenix Chemical Works, which later became known as the Kelvindale Chemical Works. These sidings were important because they allowed goods from these factories to be loaded onto trains and sent to other places.

Lochburn station closed down on 1 January 1917.