GWR Goods Services

GWR Goods Services
Part 2A - Goods Depots And Their Operation
by Tony Atkins
In this, the second part of their series, the authors consider the organization and operation of the numerous goods depots on the Great Western system. Covered in this volume are a study of the various facilities provided at depots, the handling procedures, charging and waybilling, and the use of sacks, ropes and sheets to secure or protect the loads. A Detailed look at small consignment traffic discusses the various methods of transportation, including Direct, Tranship, Composite, Station and Pickup Wagons, with a brief look at the role of road transport in transhipments.
The second half of this volume comprises an in-depth look at the goods depots and yards in the London area, including Paddington, Smithfield, South Lambeth, Poplar, Victoria & Albert, Chelsea and others. This second provides a fascinating and heavily illustrated record of this immensely important district.
Profusely embellished with photographs, maps and documents relating to the subject in hand, this is the first of a two-part work covering the Great Western's goods interface with the public, and illustrates the aspect as never before. An essential guide to this vital aspect of Great Western Operations.
160 pages, 2007, Laminated Card Covers, 8½" x 10¾"
Wild Swan Publications
ISBN 1905184336