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The Charing-Cross Railway Station and Hotel, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
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The Charing-Cross Railway Station and Hotel, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
The Charing-Cross Railway Station and Hotel, 1864. 'This building...is set back from the public roadway of the Strand...A forecourt is thus left for the accommodation of the carriage traffic...there is a police-lodge at each of the principal gates...the carriage gateway has a portico which is similar to the portico, with its red granite columns, bases of grey granite, and capitals handsomely carved...This is one of the first buildings in London in which terra-cotta has been so largely used...There is a sort of verandah or glazed roof, with an ornamental iron cresting, to cover the pavement along the front of the [South-Eastern Railway] booking-offices...the hotel may be entered from the railway platform...on the first floor are the general coffee-room, a ladies' coffee-room and a ladies' retiring-room...a smoking-room with a convenient balcony overlooking the station...and a committee-room...the total amount of sleeping accommodation is 250 beds...there is a rising room, fitted with comfortable seats, in which the visitors may be conveyed up or down if they feel indisposed to use the staircases...The hotel is being constructed by Messrs. Lucas Brothers, of Lambeth, under the superintendence of Mr. E. W. [sic] Barry, A.R.A.' From "Illustrated London News", 1864
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**Step into History: The Charing-Cross Railway Station and Hotel (1864)**
This stunning photograph, captured in 1864 by Mason Jackson, offers a glimpse into London's rich architectural heritage. The Charing-Cross Railway Station and Hotel stands proudly at the heart of the city, its grand façade showcasing innovative design elements that set it apart from other structures of its time.
As you gaze upon this vintage print, notice how the building is carefully positioned to create a spacious forecourt for carriage traffic. Ornate police lodges flank each entrance gate, while a majestic portico with red granite columns and intricately carved capitals adds an air of elegance. The use of terra-cotta in its construction was particularly noteworthy at the time.
Step inside this iconic hotel, where you'll discover cozy spaces like the general coffee-rooms, ladies' retiring-room, smoking-room with balcony views of the station platform, and committee room. With 250 beds available for weary travelers seeking rest and relaxation, The Charing-Cross Railway Station and Hotel was a haven in the midst of bustling London.
As we gaze upon this photograph from "Illustrated London News" (1864), let us appreciate not only its historic significance but also the artistry that went into capturing it. Mason Jackson's lens has preserved for us a moment in time, allowing future generations to marvel at the beauty and ingenuity of Victorian-era architecture.
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