Reigate Signal Box

Introduction

The photograph on this page of Reigate Signal Box by Ian Capper as part of the Geograph project.

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Reigate Signal Box

Image: © Ian Capper Taken: 1 Apr 2012

Built in 1929, replacing the previous box that was situated at the other end of the station, controlling the entrance to the sidings there. The new situation, alongside Reigate Level Crossing (see Image), meant that it could also be used to operate the crossing gates, a role it still plays.

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