The Birmingham to Derby Line

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This stretch of railway line through the Midlands connects Birmingham with the strategically important railway centre of Derby. The area is served by local passenger services as well as forming part of the key cross-country route linking Scotland and the North East of England with Bristol and the South West. However, it is the variety of freight traffic that draws the rail enthusiast to this area. The frequent passing of coal trains may have ceased, but this line still has a lot to offer. From oil and steel to aggregates and container traffic, all the country’s main freight operators are regular visitors to the area. Intermediate stations of Burton upon Trent and Tamworth are also fascinating. The latter’s split-level platforms are particularly busy as the town sits at the intersection of this cross-country route and the West Coast Main Line, which passes below. Less well known is the important junction at Water Orton, where services towards Leicester and the east of England leave the main Derby line.
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Stock Code A2445.0
Author Jackson J
ISBN13 9781398124455
Format Softback
Height(mm) 234
Width(mm) 165
Page Count 96
Pictures 100
Publication Date 15 Sep 2025
Publication Status Not yet published
Publisher AMBERLEY PUBLISHING
Record last updated 15/07/2025