Passing the staff, Dean Forest Railway
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Passing the staff, Dean Forest Railway
Image: © Chris Allen Taken: 26 Jun 2010
The train being double-headed by 9681 and 3717 is approaching Parkend Station and the driver is handing over the staff that controls single line working and ensures that there is no chance of a coming together. Telephoto shot from the footbridge at Parkend Station.
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Image Location
Latitude
51.766843
Longitude
-2.555682