A noticeable change occurs when one trundles in on the train towards the buffer stops: it gets dark! This view shows the huge columns which support an office block weighing 3500 tons. Victoria's ''Brighton'' side also has a similar lighting system which gives a distinct ''yellow'' effect. © David Glasspool
The fibreglass crest was at least retained over platform 4 as an indication of the station's history. When the footbridge was erected, it obscured the new crest attached to the office block. Thus, yet another identical one was produced and affixed to the bridge. A daylight gap exists between the footbridge and the office block - looking up through this reveals the earlier crest. © David Glasspool
A scene from 27th December 2002 reveals 4 Vep No. 3579 on the left, displaying a Hastings head code, and Class 465 No. 465009 in the centre. The most dominant feature is, of course, the office block mentioned in the main text. Despite the presence of this huge structure, the original retaining side walls of the station - which once supported the 1906 roof - remain in near complete condition. © David Glasspool
The hotel had an extension built adjacent to the original structure in 1878, linked by this ornate passageway over Villiers Street. © David Glasspool
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