With the arrival of the tamper a lot of work has been done on the alignment and making sure that the line is brought up to passenger carrying standards. Andy G was on hand with his camera to catch some of the action.
We start with a ride on the works train as fresh ballast is brought along to back up where the tamper has moved the stones under the sleepers.
Once the ballast has been spread out it's time to pack the voids left by the tamper and ensure that the sleeper tops are clear, for the moment this is being done manually. Here we see the team on the rise up from Gasworks Bridge working on each sleeper.
Now looking up towards the crossing the works are moving along nicely.
And on the other side of the bridge alongside the footpath the line is receiving more attention.
At Weston the white line along the platform edge is progressing.
And just a few minutes later James has almost completed the white line.
Meanwhile the tamper is seen approaching Black Meadow Crossing, working it's magic on the alignment.
Alan, after his training, is testing the recently delivered guards chair. All that's missing is the mug of tea.
The tamper has now reached Weston and is receiving some love and admiration from the team. Hand packing the extension would have been hard work!
Continuing with the station signage further cast signs have been erected. Here is the right of way notice at the entrance.
The passageway which leads to the platform across the goods shed siding.
Under a changing sky the tamper takes a rest. Look at the track now it has been aligned.
Another nice touch is the wooden fence and gates to our neighbours, Stonehouse Brewery.
Thanks to Andy G and Phil B for the photos.
Until next time.
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