Oldham Werneth

The trees on the right hide the 1842 formation of the 1:27 Werneth or Chadderton incline down to Middleton Junction, finally closed completely in 1963. 142011 has come up the easy way via the 1880 route at only 1:50 through Failsworth and Hollinwood on a stopping service for Shaw & Crompton. This view was taken in 2008 before conversion to Metrolink use. The trams negotiate the 30mph curve a little quieter than the Pacers!

Location: Oldham Werneth (former)

Original line: Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway

Photographer: Mark Bartlett

Contact photographer: Mark Bartlett

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Date: 30/09/2008

Image number: 21183


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