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Abandoned Railways in the Leicester Area - Leicester & Swannington Railway
The Leicester & Swannington Railway used to run from Leicester West Bridge to Swannington. This route suffered from a height restriction through Glenfield tunnel and locos used had to have low cab roofs and chimneys.
The site of the former West Bridge station has
this simple display to remind people of the history of this location. The site
is now a recreation ground.
At the end of the recreation ground (known to
locals as 'The Rally'), the line used to cross Fosse Road North. The original
bridge has been replaced by a footbridge, but the bridge abutments are original.
This ventilation shaft stands above Glenfield
Tunnel. It is clearly visible from the adjacent A563 ring road (New Parks
Boulevard). For a long while, this 'monument' was hidden from view by some large
bushes, but these have recently been cut back to allow this open view.
In the centre of Glenfield, this painted board
depicting a Midland 2F leaving Glenfield Tunnel reminds villagers and visitors
of Glenfield's history.
If you know where to look, the northern portal
of Glenfield tunnel still exists. The other end has been filled in and built on.