Power to the park, Ryton

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Power to the park, Ryton

Image: © Robin Stott Taken: 10 Jan 2026

A surprising feature of Ryton Pools Country Park – the EDL Ryton Generating Station. This must provide the power for the miniature railway and associated café (not operating until after Easter 2026, geopolitics permitting.) Photo number 8291604.

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Image Location

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Latitude
52.34994
Longitude
-1.45456