It was not the brightest day for this image of the architectural gem Wemyss Bay Railway and Ferry Station. The station kiosk could be a spectacular scene with blue skies, sunshine pouring through the roof, and flower boxes full of summer colour. Of course, the chances of getting an empty station in the summer are next to none.
In Britain’s 100 Best Railway Stations by Simon Jenkins, the station was one of only ten to be awarded five stars and was chosen for the front cover. The station was designed by James Miller in 1903 for the Caledonian Railway and is remarkable in its use of glass and steel curves. The station is noted for its architectural qualities, and although it is one of Scotland’s finest railway buildings and is Category A listed, it has suffered from neglect. A significant refurbishment scheme carried out jointly by Network Rail, Inverclyde Council and the Scottish Government from June 2014 to the spring of 2016 has fully restored the station buildings and adjacent ferry terminal. (Wikipedia)
Scott K Marshall Photography (@skm1963) 
Definitely unique for a railway station!
What a beautiful station/architecture, all photographs are beautiful. Thank you, Love, nia
Thank you Nia – do you prefer the mono or the colour image?
Actually, usually I love mono but in here both of them are very impressive and I can’t prefer one of them. Really great photograph in artictecture. Welcome, Love, nia
A grand design…. and definitely worth of its ‘listed’ status.
I had no idea that you simply got off the train and walked down the platform and on to the ferry – it is amazing – it was refurbished but needs a rub down and painted – I am certain there is not the money available.
No money anywhere .. and it’s going to get worse.
That looks really cool, and reminds me a little of the British Museum in London.
Yes they have done some thing very similar this was 1904 – The Great Court of the BM was 2000. Kings Cross Station refurbishment which came after that has a similar concept.