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Nuneaton Power Signal Box before closure

Channel: John K Wells
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First opened in early October 1963, Nuneaton PSB was part of the extensive modernisation that took place in the early 1960s including electrification of the route from Euston as far as Liverpool and Manchester. It's initial extent of coverage was as far as the Brinklow area to the south and Atherstone northwards. The fringe boxes on other routes included Nuneaton Abbey Street on the Birmingham Line, Griff Junction towards Coventry and Nuneaton Midland Junction looking towards Leicester. One peculiarity became the fact that upon closure of Griff Junction, Nuneaton PSB then worked through to Hawkesbury Lane from 1983 reverting from 'track-circuit block' working to the older system of 'absolute-block' - Somewhat of a retrograde step some would argue though it seemed a more logical move as a 'temporary measure'. This then lasted throughout the remainder of the power box's life until its final closure in 2008 - 25 years!
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This video provides an overview of Nuneaton Power Signal Box prior to its closure in 2008. First opened in 1963, it played a key role in the modernisation of railway operations in the region, covering areas such as Atherstone, Coventry, Euston, and Leicester. The signal box underwent changes in working procedures, including a shift from track-circuit block to absolute-block signalling following the closure of Griff Junction in 1983. This change remained in place until the box's final closure after more than 25 years of service.

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  • Platform ID 5_Q9KEACW2I
  • Views 1,905
  • Date published 18 Oct 2024 06:00
  • Date added 14 Jun 2026 04:04
  • Recorded 23 Nov 1999
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