The Harwich Branch
Tue 31st March @ 14:00 - 16:30
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A Hitchin & Welwyn Garden City Branch presentation by Dave Goodyear.
The Harwich branch has a rich and varied history, with its combination of named boat trains to Parkeston Quay and extensive freight services for the Harwich Train Ferries, as well as local passenger and goods services. The line was electrified in 1986 but this unfortunately heralded the start of major changes in traffic flow which resulted in the loss of much of the branch traffic.
This talk will cover the branch history from its opening in 1854 through to the present day, showing the variety of trains through the steam, diesel and electric eras, along with the key branch infrastructure.
Doors open 13:30 for 14:00 start.