Havenstreet Railway Station on the Isle of Wight has been listed at Grade II by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport on the advice of Historic England.
It is 1 of 7 buildings and sites newly listed in recognition of their historic and architectural interest and to celebrate 200 years of the modern railway.
The Havenstreet Station we see today was built in 1926 for the Southern Railway, which had taken over the Isle of Wight Central Railway in 1923. It replaced an earlier station building and platform, which were demolished.
As a small rural station, it was designed to be ‘single-manned’ – run by 1 railway worker acting as both a porter and the signal machinery operator. The building has a combined signal box and booking office, with an adjoining waiting room. A window in the partition between the signal box and waiting room enabled tickets to be sold directly to the customer.
The station and line closed in 1966 but were reopened in 1971 as part of the Isle of Wight Steam Railway. It remains open today and boasts key features, including the lever frame, ticket counter, furniture, and the ticket window, which are believed to be original.
Other listings announced today (Wednesday) include Weybourne Station, Sheringham Station, Cleveland Bay, Woody Bay Station, Northbrook Road overbridge and Swanage Engine Shed and Turnable.
These listings celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of modern passenger railway services with the opening of the Stockton & Darlington Railway on 27th September 1825, an event which ultimately transformed the world.
Heritage Minister Baroness Twycross has said:
“These seven sites are stunning examples of our railway heritage. They remind us how vital the railways have been for connecting people across the country, whether it’s for business or pleasure.”
“Listing all of these incredible sites is the perfect way to celebrate Railway 200 and shine a light on the role of railways in shaping our national story over the last two centuries. These listings will ensure they are protected and can be enjoyed for another two hundred years.”
Brilliant!
Well done Havenstreet Steam Railway.
Great news. Well done to all
Great news! A worthy National recognition of the magnificent Isle of Wight Steam Railway. Congratulations to all the management, staff and volunteers at Havenstreet.