Possibly 19th century crossing at Elsenham, London to Cambridge railway (EHER 41112)
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Summary
This former farm crossing, adjacent to the underbridge above, is protected by timber gates. The warning bells to alert users to the presence of the overhead power lines should there be an over-height load are still in place. The crossing was described in a 2013 heritage assessment.
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Location
| Grid reference | TL 5257 2926 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | ELSENHAM, UTTLESFORD, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
2013. Heritage assessment.
This former farm crossing, adjacent to the underbridge above, is protected by timber gates. The warning bells to alert users to the presence of the overhead power lines should there be an over-height load are still in place. <1>
See: <2>
Sources
- <1> SEX73164 Heritage Statement: Crosby, T.. 2013. The London to Cambridge Railway Line in Essex: An archaeological assessment of the operational line from London Liverpool Street to Cambridge within the county of Essex.
- <2> SEX69698 Report: Kemble, J. and Garwood, A.. 2011. The Railways of the Blackwater and Crouch Estuaries: The Shenfield to Southminster Branch. A History and Field Survey of the Extant Structures.