Engine Sheds and Locomotive Depots of Britain

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Note: Closure date in most cases refers to steam operation.  The shed may still have continued in operation for diesel and electric traction, or as a signing on point for the crew.

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KETTERING   (Midland Railway)
The List of Engine Sheds at The Loco Shed Index and Loco Allocation Lists
 Built:  1866 
 Closed:  14 Jun 1965 
 Map Ref:  SP86407807  (Northamptonshire)
 Notes:  Located in the vicinity of Kettering station was a 1 track straight dead-ended shed. Facilities included a turntable.
In 1876, the shed was closed for redevelopment of the station and replaced onat the north end of the station on the east side of the line with a brick built 4 track straight dead-ended shed with a gable style slate roof. Facilities included the original turntable, a ramped coal stage and a water tank.
In 1896, the turntable was re-sited.
It was demolished in 1968, the site is now a car park. 

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