Steven Dickens
Chester to Manchester Line Through Time
- ISBN 13:
- 9781445632773
- author:
- Steven Dickens
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Amberley Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 96
- Dimensions:
- 23.3 x 1.5 x 16.7 cm
- Genre:
- Reference, Transport, Railways, Steven Dickens,Chester to Manchester Line Through Time,Amberley Publishing,1445632772,Local History, Names & Genealogy,Europe - Great Britain,Railroads - Pictorial,Subjects & Themes - Historical,Lancashire, Greater Man
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Chester to Manchester Line Through Time by Steven Dickens explores the history of a railway line that once connected two major cities in North West England. From its origins in 1849, the line underwent significant changes, including extensions and terminus shifts, before eventually closing in 1969. The book delves into the contrasts of this railway line, which spanned from the historic Roman city of Chester to the industrial areas around Northwich and the affluent suburbs of Greater Manchester. By examining the line's development over time, Dickens reveals the diverse communities and industries that were served by this railway. This book is a fascinating look at a piece of Britain's transportation history, offering insights into the people and places that were connected by the Chester to Manchester Line.