Centenary Lounge is proud to announce that it has been awarded a Highly Commended accolade at the prestigious National Railway Heritage Awards, held on 3rd December in London. The recognition celebrates the company’s exceptional restoration of the historic waiting room at Taunton Station, a project that has brought new life, elegance, and authenticity to one of the region’s most cherished railway landmarks.
The restored waiting room, now home to a beautifully designed Centenary Lounge café, blends meticulous historical detail with a warm, welcoming atmosphere for modern travellers. The project reflects the brand’s ongoing mission to revive the golden age of railway hospitality while preserving the architectural integrity of Britain’s railway heritage.
Aasia Baig, founder of Centenary Lounge, expressed her gratitude upon receiving the award:
“A huge thank-you to our amazing team and everyone who has supported us on this journey to bring railway heritage back to life. Here’s to many more milestones!”
The National Railway Heritage Awards celebrate outstanding achievements in the preservation, restoration, and enhancement of Britain’s historic railway assets. Centenary Lounge’s recognition highlights the company’s dedication to excellence, community impact, and authentic heritage restoration.
This honour marks another significant milestone in Centenary Lounge’s continued expansion across the UK’s rail network, with the brand committed to creating atmospheric spaces that honour railway history while offering exceptional customer experience.