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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| Built: | Jul 1874 | |
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| Closed: | 3 Nov 1956 | |
| Map Ref: | SS97444629 (Somerset) | |
| Notes: | Located to the south of Minehead station, this shed was the timber built 1 track straight dead-ended with a gable style slate roof previously standing at WATCHET . On rebuilding, the entrance was changed from an archway to a straight lintel. Facilities included a turntable and water tank also moved from Watchet. It was demolished in 1961. | |
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