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Depot: Springs Branch (Wigan)
Depot Details
| Depot Name |
Springs Branch (Wigan) |
| Depot Codes |
| Code | From | To | | 25 | 01/01/1875 | 31/12/1922 | | W25 | 01/01/1923 | 31/01/1935 | | 10A | 01/01/1923 | 31/03/1958 | | 8F | 21/03/1958 | 05/05/1973 | | SP | 06/05/1973 | |
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| Pre Grouping Company |
LNWR |
| Big 4 Company |
LMS |
| British Railways Region |
LMR |
| 1947 Directions |
The shed is on the east side of the main line about one mile South of
Wigan, North Western Station. The yard is partially visible from the line.
Turn right outside Wigan North Western Station into Wallgate, and
turn right into King Street. Continue into Darlington Street, and turn
right into Warrington Lane. Continue along Warrington Road for about
one mile, and turn right into Morris Street. The shed entrance is at the
end of this cul-de-sac. Walking time 30 minutes. |
| Chronology |
| Date | Event | | 1875 | Change of code to 10A | | 21/03/1958 | Change of code to 8F | | 04/12/1967 | Closed to steam locomotives | | 06/05/1973 | Change of code to SP |
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