Victorian Pillar Box in Fleet Street, Swindon
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member sTeamTraen
N 51° 33.748 W 001° 47.217
30U E 584084 N 5713073
Somehow this has survived the building of the shopping centre (or been transplanted here).
Waymark Code: WM4HJR
Location: United Kingdom
Date Posted: 08/26/2008
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Brentorboxer
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A beautiful piece of design in the otherwise completely soulless heart of Swindon. The photo is a bit grainy because it was taken near dusk.
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In a large outdoor shopping centre.

Condition of the box: Good/Average/Poor: Good

Is this post box still in use?: Yes

Is VR embossed on the post box or is it an "anonymous" box?: VR

Any other embossed lettering, such as manufacturer?: Not that I could see

Manufacturer Inscription: Andrew Handyside & Co Britannia Iron Works Derby & London
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