1870s Banbridge Extension Railway Company £10 Share Certificate Issued To The Earl Of Annesley . The Banbridge Extension Railway Company was formed in the 19th century to extend railway connectivity from Banbridge towards Rathfriland, Castlewellan, Newcastle, and Dundrum. However, the company faced significant financial difficulties, becoming bankrupt by 1875. Financial Failure: The company was declared bankrupt by 1875, leading to the sale of its property. Context: This company is distinct from the successful, neighboring Banbridge Junction Railway (opened 1859, connecting to Scarva) and the Banbridge, Lisburn, and Belfast Junction Railway (opened 1863). Small tear at the bottom as seen in the photo.
