The sign says it all! The footpath crossing leading to Galleyhurns Farm between Uffington and Bourton on the middle section of the GWML in west Oxfordshire. This incredibly rural spot affords great views of the line in both directions but they will be totally spoilt when the electrification paraphernalia arrives in the coming year or so. That is if the crossing remains open as it seems like a classic example of the type that Network Rail has an obsession with closing. Power car 43070 'The Corps of Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers' leads the 10.15 1B22 Paddington to Cardiff Central past this lovely spot.
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