GWR Route: Hatton to Bearley and Alcester Branch

Bearley Station: gwrb772

The 9:36 am mixed train for Alcester is seen waiting to depart from Bearley circa 1938. An unidentified 48xx class 0-4-2T engine is sandwiched between Auto trailer No 74 and the goods wagons marshalled at rear of train. The warning gong can be clearly seen at the front of the auto trailer, as can the auto gear and vacuum pipe. In front of the leading wheels are the sand pipes to assist braking. Notice that the platform oil lights have been replaced with electric lights by this time.

Robert Ferris

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