Oakleigh Yard, Northwich.... 1980s

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A train of limestone arrives from Tunstead Quarry in the Peak District.


The class 47 runs round the train... it will be taken further by the company's shunting engine. 

The empties are inspected before they leave. 
A train of tanks and a train of empty hoppers are ready to leave the yard. 
Train of empty hoppers approaches Northwich station.

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