The tiny ex Bexhill signal box is still in one piece at the end of the down platform. It was commissioned by the SECR in 1876 being built to a standard Saxby and Farmer design. It is unusual in that it still retains its chimney stack and pot, most being removed when the boxes were gradually updated over the years. Notice the mirror on the end for the signalman to be able to see the station past the obstructive wall. The box closed in February 2015 when re-signalling took place on this stretch of line. As it is complete one hopes that it can be preserved somewhere such as on one of the local heritage lines.
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