Turner St.

Turner Street and Railway Station – Blyth, Circa 1900 A snapshot of Northumberland’s industrial charm and everyday life

This sepia-toned image of Turner Street, taken around 1900, captures the heart of Blyth, Northumberland, during the town’s industrial heyday. Groups of men in flat caps gather outside dining rooms and shopfronts, while the local railway station stands proudly in the background, signalling the town’s strong connection to coal, commerce, and seafaring trade.

Blyth was a booming port town at the turn of the 20th century, exporting coal and building ships that would sail the globe. Turner Street reflects this energy—a place where local workers, traders, and visitors passed daily beneath gas lamps and brick façades.

🗓️ Did you know? In 1899, Blyth exported more coal than any other port in the UK, making its railway station a vital hub for industry and mobility.

📍 Blyth, Northumberland, England 📷 Photograph circa 1900

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