In happier times Horton signal box stands in the afternoon sunshine looking smart and well maintained. It was a Midland Type 2b design from 1875 and located on the up side of the line a short distance off the southern end of Horton in Ribblesdale station. Note the remnants of the former cattle dock to the left of the steps. After falling into disuse but still containing its frame and leavers it was damaged by fire in April 1991 and demolished soon afterwards. This now leaves a long block section between Settle Junction and Blea Moor.
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