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Discussion in 'Steam Traction' started by Leander's Shovel, Oct 20, 2007.

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  1. guycarr360

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    You misunderstand, the clipped siding was always in location, but out of use, what you have seen is track being run to that point.

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    I suspect, when thought was taken to the mainline connection in the 2000's, and prices quoted, it may have then had a consideration in a redundant siding connection over the road being used instead.
    If long term planning was to use the new site, because of the low cost mainline connection re-activation, that makes complete sense, and what you saw.
    Remember that connection was to a lifted 500m siding, and that could provide stabling and servicing for a mainline rake, a milepost in the successful council grant application.
    So for the trust another milestone passed, box ticked, and potential funder, no doubt happy, as they host an event for S&D200.
    On that point alone they deserve praise.
     
    guycarr360, Sep 21, 2025 at 11:33 AM
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