Some of the superb GWR signalling to the east of High Wycombe station. Of particular interest is the lovely gantry of starter signals that is part supported by the railway's retaining wall. Of the original five dolls, three remain and they are all fitted with wooden centre-pivot arms in an effort to save space. Also, notice the rather grand down inner home bracket that supports three dolls all at different heights indicating their relative importance. The highest one to the left (in this view) will be for the down fast line. Notice The Belle Vue pub in the background with its distinctive Watneys sign hanging from the front. Amazingly, this pub is still there on Gordon Road but is now marketed as The BV but with not a hint of Watneys' beer in sight!
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