GWR Route: North Warwickshire Line

Shirley Station: gwrsh493

Shirley Signal Box was located at the Birmingham end of the down platform. Immediately behind the signal box is the goods yard, access to which was to the left of the photograph. Note the height of the box appears to be lower than other boxes on the line. The reason being was the limited visibility caused by the low road bridge at the end of the station.

Whereas it was normal practice to raise the signal box to provide a clear view down the line, this practice would restrict the signalman's view. Note the rural outlook behind the box, the oil lamp post and the short flight of steps into the box. C1930

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