Muirton railway station explained

Muirton
Status:Disused
Borough:Muirton, Perth and Kinross
Country:Scotland
Original:London, Midland and Scottish Railway
Postgroup:London, Midland and Scottish Railway
British Railways (Scottish Region)
Events:Opened
Events2:Closed

Muirton railway station, also known as Muirton Halt railway station, served the suburb of Muirton, Perth and Kinross, Scotland, from 1936 to 1959.

History

The station opened on 31 October 1936 by the London Midland and Scottish Railway. It primarily served St Johnstone FC's football ground, Muirton Park. It was only used on match days and it closed on 21 November 1959.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Book: Quick, M E. Railway passenger stations in England, Scotland and Wales - a chronology. 2002. Railway and Canal Historical Society. Richmond. 306. 931112387.