19th century gated crossing point, Saffron Walden Branch Railway (EHER 40494)

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Summary

Gated crossing point across branch line.

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Grid reference	TL 5659 2422 (point) Location seems to be inaccurate.
Civil Parish	SAFFRON WALDEN, UTTLESFORD, ESSEX

Type and Period

LEVEL CROSSING (Mid 19th century - 1865 AD to 1866 AD)

Description

Crossing point comprising four concrete gate posts, two either side of the cutting and a pair of timber gates. The crossing is banked slightly along its flanks suggesting its was used as a cattle drove way. The gates have deteriorated but the concrete posts remain upright and intact. <1>

Sources

<1> SEX64753 Report: Garwood, A.. 2004. Saffron Walden-Bartlow Branch Line An Archaeological Assessment 2004.

Related Events (1)

Heritage Assessment: Desk-based assessment of the Essex County Council of the former Audley End-Saffron Walden-Bartlow branch railway line, 2004-2005 (EEX54306)

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