Andrew Triggs
Paddy Bradley Collection
Paul Barlow
Devon Weekend Ramblings Part 1 Meeth Halt 14.6.2019 Andrew Triggs A weekend away gave me the opportunity to visit some disused railways sites, the 1st of 4 emails, starting with covering Meeth Halt, which only lasted from 27.7.1925 to 1.3.1965, while driving past by car on the way to Great Torrington. 1. With a short working life of just under 40 years, Meeth Halt survives as part of the Tarka Trail, looking towards Petrockstowe 14.6.2019 Copyright Andrew Triggs 2. In the opposite direction, along the platform, still in good condition, towards Hatherleigh 14.6.2019. Copyright Andrew Triggs 3. From the former line and Level Crossing site by the A386 road 14.6.2019. Copyright Andrew Triggs Thanks Andrew Redruth Viaduct Paddy Bradley Collection An unusual view of the timber viaduct at Redruth taken from West Trewirgie Road, above the school. -From the Paddy Bradley Collection. A very significant building to the right of centre is the now long gone Flower Pot Chapel which was destroyed by fire. On this side of the embankment lies Treruffe Chapel - this building has survived the ravages of time and has been converted into flats. Brunels viaduct is 489' long with a maximun height of 61' was partially replaced in 1887 by a masonry structure built alongside the timberwork. viaduct. Being in the centre of town there wasn't sufficient space to build the double track replacement structure alongside the existing viaduct and in consequence the replacement viaduct was built in two halves lengthwise, once one half was completed the timber structure was removed and work continued. Looking at the structure from below it is impossible to see any joint between the two halves. Work started in 1887 and was completed in August 1888. The English Riviera Express Paul Barlow Many thanks to you Paul, a wonderful shot, a real reward for your efforts.
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