Crewe: The BR Blue Years

A nostalgic photographic look back at the railway hub of Crewe during the heyday of British Railways.

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Crewe has long been a destination for the rail enthusiast keen to see lots of interest and continuous operation. In the era when Rail Blue dominated, it drew huge numbers with the guarantee of loco-hauled trains, close view of the large diesel depot and the potential to explore beyond the station to see heavy freight activity. If you were to visit one the occasion of a works open day, then the bonus of a look inside the town extensive workshop facility with large number of locomotive under repair of construction could also be enjoyed.

This book features shots from the platform ends at the station, visits to the depots, and a trip around the world-famous locomotive workshops, as well as plenty of time spent at the lineside enjoying everyday scenes now consigned to history.