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Removing the platform at a former halt has cleared the way for double tracking at Cameron Bridge on the Levenmouth project, a new line for communities in the east of Scotland. Critically, the demolition of the redundant passenger station opens up the prospect of reconnecting freight to adjacent industrial installations.
(Permalink) Cameron Bridge Diageo Levenmouth Railfreight Cameron Bridge: A view of the spoil from the demolition of the older Cameron Bridge station's platform. Cameron Bridge [1st]: Looking west over the site of Cameron Bridge station and yard on 14 September 2022, with the freight sidings lifted and the way cleared for laying the new double track line to Levenmouth. |
Campaigners fear Levenmouth could lose out on plans for a freight terminal for the new railway line.
(Permalink) Cameron Bridge Diageo Levenmouth Levenmouth Rail Campaign Group Methil Docks Railfreight Cameron Bridge [1st]: As part of an investigation into reopening the Levenmouth branch to passenger traffic, BR and Fife Regional Council officials travelled down the line in saloon DM45020, hauled by 37240. The train pau ... Methil East Junction: Looking south west from the footbridge over the lines south of Methil East Junction with a train leaving the north end of the Methil docks to run to Kirkland yard in February 1970. Note coal hoist 8A ... |