Seaham Signal Box
Introduction
The photograph on this page of Seaham Signal Box by John Lucas as part of the Geograph project.
The Geograph project started in 2005 with the aim of publishing, organising and preserving representative images for every square kilometre of Great Britain, Ireland and the Isle of Man.
There are currently over 7.5m images from over 14,400 individuals and you can help contribute to the project by visiting https://www.geograph.org.uk
Image: © John Lucas Taken: 13 Aug 2012
The box was retained specifically to control the adjacent foot crossing but in July 2012, Network Rail applied for an Order to close the crossing and make alternative arrangements (using an underpass) for crossing the railway. If and when the application is allowed, the box will be closed. See also Image and Image The foot crossing was closed and 'box demolished by 2014. See Image