Wiganers at Work
Railways in the Wigan Area
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Photo: Harry Gardner
Item #: 293
This became one of the boxes that i later worked in as a relief signalman on BR
Hi Harry Did you know my uncle David Lucas I think he worked at Hindley as a signal man in the 60's and 70's
Anyone know why crow nest and not crow`s nest?
My Dad, John Ford worked here too during the 50's and 60's then at Hindley until he was made redundant.
Crow nest signal box,along with Atherton and Walkden close on 25/3/13.Area to be signalled from Manchester Piccadilly
This signal box is still open in May 2013. Don`t know when it`s due to close.
The box is still operating today 20/6/2013, but is due to close shortly. The line will be controlled by Warrington power box.
I was told years ago by my mother, that my Dad Andrew Garner worked here as a young man, prior to doing his national service, in the RAF.
Sorry Tony J, he must have been before my time.