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by Rockers
Thu Jun 29, 2006 12:02 pm
Forum: Sightings & Gen
Topic: Ashton Gate Swing Bridge
Replies: 10
Views: 2585

They've just recently removed all the rail south of the bridge.
Always have a look on my way past.
by Rockers
Fri Jun 02, 2006 12:28 pm
Forum: In The News & Press Releases
Topic: Rubber highway can be built on disued railways.
Replies: 1
Views: 1178

Rubber highway can be built on disued railways.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/science/nature/5034912.stm

LOL Best of luck building through the Tesco's, 2.4 bed semis etc that have comprimised all these routes.
by Rockers
Wed May 31, 2006 11:10 am
Forum: In The News & Press Releases
Topic: Severn Beach line - "Train is a real lifeline"
Replies: 2
Views: 1451

I used it to get to work the other week in Avonmouth.
The ticket was pretty cheap and it was a pleasant little journey.
Bit of a shame I had to ask a mate to give me a lift back because there was no return between 5 and 7. Would of had to wait nearly 1 1/2 hrs for the train after work! We no return ...
by Rockers
Sat Dec 17, 2005 7:29 pm
Forum: General Chat & Needs and Wants
Topic: Home page map
Replies: 10
Views: 3041

Yep. The short sighted morons have done a good job. There lack vision never fails to amaze me.
I little glimmer of hope for the remainder is that BANES have now safe guarded whats left as sustainable transport routes under PPG13.
Whether or not it will make much difference.
by Rockers
Fri Dec 16, 2005 4:41 pm
Forum: General Chat & Needs and Wants
Topic: Home page map
Replies: 10
Views: 3041

Good site this.

Have you been out to Farrington yet to see what remains of the GWR Bristol to Frome line there. The embankments there behind the church.
But little remains of anything else. The humpback bridge was removed years ago so i was told.
This line really has took a kicking by the ...
by Rockers
Fri Dec 16, 2005 1:25 pm
Forum: General Chat & Needs and Wants
Topic: Clutton Station, 1873-1968.... 2004-
Replies: 11
Views: 2861

Wow I cant believe I'm reading this, what excellent news.
What days do you organise work parties, would love to come down and have a look, only live in Farrington.

Hi all btw.