Demolition Train on The Branch

Not many photos exist of Catcott after the line closed on 6 March 1966 with the rest of the former S&DJR apart from a couple of stubs. But here we are at the end of June 1967 as a demolition train waits patiently at the crossing for the gates to be opened. Sadly, there’s no longer a crossing keeper employed to perform that little luxury. Instead, Waving Wally has taken charge. Progress may be slow, though, for as many will know he’s been waving continuously since birth and doesn’t appear to have mastered any other movement.National treasure Uncle Bob is on the bridge with his trusty Land Rover, glancing down in to the viewfinder of his Rolleiflex quietly watching it all unfold whilst muttering that if he ever bumps into Dr Beeching, there’ll be ‘strong words’… or at least some very stern tutting.And finally, Bob Geeza Cat has returned now the worst of the hot weather has passed. Even he knows tweed and a heatwave are a thoroughly irresponsible combination.~~~🤫~~~Thank you those who…