Glasgow 'Blue Train' at Muirend, 1966
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Glasgow 'Blue Train' at Muirend, 1966
Image: © Alan Murray-Rust Taken: 24 Mar 1966
This was part of the second stage of electrification of Glasgow suburban services including the Cathcart Circle and the line to Neilston, inaugurated in 1962. The train is a single 3-car set in original condition with blue livery and wrap-round windows to the cab. The station building in the background survives and is Listed Category B. Although not included in the Listing, the original ornate ramp down from Muirend Road has also survived https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3438515
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