Junction of WCML Trent Valley line and WCML W. Midlands line
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The photograph on this page of Junction of WCML Trent Valley line and WCML W. Midlands line by Rod Grealish as part of the Geograph project.
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Image: © Rod Grealish Taken: 11 Aug 2024
The West Coast Main Line was opened in sections. The original route, to the right, was opened in 1837 and went through the West Midlands (Wolverhampton, Birmingham and Coventry). The more direct line avoiding the West Midlands conurbation was opened in 1847 rejoining the original line at Rugby. The newer line curves sharply here to the left on what is known as the Queensville curve. The image was taken from Wolverhampton Road railway bridge, Stafford.
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