When the re-signalling of the Wherry Lines is completed during the spring of 2019, it is likely that this will be the only 'signal' box that will remain in use. Whilst technically it controls the swing bridge and associated signals Network Rail have not been able to identify a suitable way to automate the opening and closing of the Reedham swing bridge. So, for the foreseeable future, the GER 1904 box will continue to fly its red flag and do what it has done successfully for well over 100 years! 37405 leads the 15.48 Lowestoft to Norwich across the swing bridge with 37407 on the rear. Note, the The Broads cruiser making its way up River Yare under the bridge with the crew, no doubt, distracted by the clatter and noise of the train passing overhead!
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