This article on Rushden Station has been compiled by our work-experience student, Rory, who attends Isebrook School, Kettering. He did the research himself with the help of his work coach, and wrote the text. He chose the photos from our collection and edited those that needed it. We are proud of him and what he has achieved during his time with us.
The Rushden Station opened in 1893 for goods traffic and for bringing coal to Rushden for local use. The passenger service began in 1894 from Higham Ferrers.
The first passenger train with 16 coaches
The footbridge at Rushden Station
The passenger service ended in 1959, but the Holiday Specials continued until 1964.
The bridge over the High Street was demolished in 1973.
The bridge before the demolition started
Work men removing the plates during demolition
The Rushden Historical Transport Society began in 1976. In 1984 the group secured a lease for the old station. In 1996 the group purchased the station and used it as their headquarters. The old station is now a superb museum and club for the members to enjoy.
Rushden Historical Transport Museum
Well done Rory
Love those photos. They brought back some memories. My grandmother lived in Beaconsfield Plc, so the bridge over the road, and the footbridge are clear in my memory. Great to see the images that confirm my memories.
I remember my Dad taking me from Rushden to Higham Ferrers in 1959 before the line closed. I was about 4. So sad that so many stations and lines were closed. Thankfully, Rushden was saved and is now a real asset. It is a shame that the Higham Ferrers station was demolished.
Nice article ❤️
Thank you. Rory worked hard on the article so I will pass on your comments. Gill
I can remember the bridge, but can’t remember the building on the left, what is now a seating area.
That’s where the stables were for the station horses. Gill