Local train from Manchester Exchange approaching Ashton (Charlestown) Station
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Local train from Manchester Exchange approaching Ashton (Charlestown) Station
Image: © Ben Brooksbank Taken: 26 Jul 1951
View westward from Moss Lane, towards Manchester. The train, probably going to Huddersfield, is headed by Stanier 4P 2-6-4T No. 42645. The view is across Ashton Moss to Droylsden.
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Image Location
Latitude
53.490526
Longitude
-2.122646