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Whitby Branch Line at Kettleness

Whitby Branch Line at Kettleness

Another local commuter train underway, headed by a BR Standard tank, skirting the cliff edge at Kettleness.  The unusual configuration of the first coach can be clearly seen in this image.

A beautiful picturesque route, this would make a lovely leisure route today (after re-alignment to avoid the continuously advancing cliff edge!).

Kettleness – Railway Station

Kettleness Railway Station

Kettleness Railway Station

This is a BR Standard loco, number 77012, standing light engine in Kettleness Station.

Another station which has found a new lease of life – as a Scout Activity Centre – the coast line being closed some 5 years before Dr Beeching. Useage was only heavy in the summer, whilst the tunnels and bridges were expensive to maintain. (Thanks to Simon Chapman).