Didcot - 70ft built 1935

Didcot - 70ft built 1935

Didcot - 70ft built 1935
Didcot - 70ft built 1935

 

Present Location Didcot
Length in feet 70
Built by Ransomes & Rapier
Year Built 1935
Type Outer Race
Power Hand
Gauge 4ft 8 1/2in
Operating Yes
Owner Great Western Society
Notes Original 65ft turntable was installed in 1932 by the Great Western Railway , but was removed by British Rail in mid-1960’s following the end of steam traction. The present turntable was installed by the Great Western Society in the 1980’s, with the GWR’s original turntable-pit being suitably enlarged. Ex Southampton Docks c.1976.
Date of Inspection 28/02/2009
Inspected by Nigel Hunt
Photo date 25/03/2007
Photo by Ashley Dace
Date Record Last Updated 18/04/2010

Photo Nigel Hunt 28/02/2009
Photo Nigel Hunt 28/02/2009

Photo Nigel Hunt 28/02/2009
Photo Nigel Hunt 28/02/2009



 

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