Stroud Then and Now

Here is the grand Prudential building at the corner of Russell Street in Stroud. The road has no entry signs making getting to the station a bit tricky. This probably reflects the low priority for the railway in the 1970s. No less than three flagpoles adorned the roof.

From G2201

This is a very difficult shot because cars and vans chance the traffic warden and park on the corner and get in the way. On my fourth attempt I managed to get a car free shot after scowling at the lady in the green car, who then moved out of shot into the disabled bay. It looks cleaner and more handsome with the pedestrian barriers removed.

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