Bo’ness Steam Railway Scotland Vintage Postcard 7582

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Bo’ness Steam Railway Scotland Vintage Postcard 7582

A charming view of a steam locomotive at Bo’ness Station, capturing the preserved railway heritage of central Scotland as families gather to relive the golden age of steam travel.

Measurements: approx. 5 7/8 x 4 1/8 inches
Dates: not available
Condition: In decent condition. Please check our images.
Internal notes: QC passed

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Under crisp Scottish skies, a vintage steam locomotive idles at Bo’ness Station, its plume of smoke curling above a covered platform as families step aboard for a journey into rail’s romantic past. The scene is both lively and timeless — from the oil-black locomotive with red and brass trim, to the cream-canopied shelter and white picket fence, every detail evokes the dedication of heritage preservation.

Bo’ness (Borrowstounness), on the Firth of Forth, is home to the Bo’ness & Kinneil Railway, a much-loved heritage line operated by the Scottish Railway Preservation Society. The line, rolling through the countryside on original 19th-century tracks, offers visitors an immersive step into Britain’s steam-powered heyday. This postcard, published by Whiteholme Publishers Ltd., Dundee, and branded as a ‘Hail Caledonia’ product, reflects the quality and charm of Scottish-made souvenirs from the late 20th century. Serial number 7582 appears discreetly at the bottom edge.

In decent condition with only light signs of age, this card offers a heartfelt tribute to Scottish rail heritage. A fitting collectible for steam enthusiasts, railway ephemera curators, or those with fond memories of childhood visits to the Bo’ness line.

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