Story told to Dawn Robinson by John Going, 94,  of Widemouth Bay. Sadly, I understand this dear man is now in hospital. He was very ill when I chatted with him late last year, so I wish him and his family well. It was a privilege to meet John, and […]

An atmospheric shady view under the canopy of platform one. W.H.Smiths newsagent is on the right.

A close up of the substantial goods shed a few years after closure.

A general view of Bude Station looking north. Note the locomotive turn-table pit lower left and the large goods shed on the right.

A group of enthusiasts inspect the sad remains of Bude Station a few years after closure. Note the Smiths Newsagent shop on the platform boarded up with corrugated iron.

Last day of operations at Bude Station. A diesel multiple unit awaits the last few passengers.

The view south from platform 1 shortly after closure.

A Southern Railway ‘N’ class mogul awaits the off to Exeter and beyond via Halwill Junction and Okehampton

The railway Triumphal Arch in 1898

The railway Triumphal Arch in 1898